Why Integrating Your POS with Weedmaps & Leafly Matters
By Faai Steuer on December 16, 2025
Customers move from in-store browsing to online ordering in a blink, and expectations for accuracy are sky-high. It might feel like you’re juggling flaming batons just to keep menus up to date. As you look for ways to beat the competition and build loyal customers, there’s one piece o …
Memorable Dispensary Branding: Go Beyond the Logo in 2026
By Faai Steuer on December 12, 2025
If you’re running a dispensary in 2025, you already know that cannabis retail branding is no longer a simple logo-and-color game. Your mission is to stand out, create raving fans, and build a lasting presence in a buzzing market that keeps getting more competitive. So how do you actua …
Customer Spotlight: How Sparq Brings Luxury Cannabis Retail to Life
By Dayna Van Buskirk on December 11, 2025
When Rob Brunsch and his partners founded Sparq dispensaries in 2020, they weren’t looking to simply compete in cannabis retail; they wanted to change the game. Coming from a luxury retail background, the partners envisioned a dispensary that would deliver the same caliber of customer …
Dispensary CRM: The Key to Loyalty & Growth for Cannabis Retailers
By Faai Steuer on December 10, 2025
Today’s cannabis shoppers know what they want, and honestly, they won’t stick around if things feel impersonal or old school. Gone are the days when you could just blast out a generic sale email and call it a job well done. If you’re ready to transform your store from "just another di …
The Best POS Systems for Texas Hemp THC & CBD Stores
By Faai Steuer on November 30, 2025
Disclaimer: The legal status of hemp products in Texas has shifted multiple times in 2026 and this page is constantly being updated. This page is current as of August 28, 2026 but what is legal today may not be legal tomorrow. Readers should verify product legality and details in this …
Why Dispensary POS Integrations Are Essential for Cannabis Retail
By Faai Steuer on November 30, 2025
Cannabis Retail Tech Trends 2025: AI, Kiosks & Smart Stores
By Faai Steuer on November 26, 2025
The pace of change in the cannabis retail world can almost make your head spin. In 2025, what used to sound like science fiction is now just another day at your dispensary. If you’re running a shop or managing a multi-store brand, the real question is: how do you keep up and, more imp …
ID Scanning & Age Verification: Secure, Compliant Sales
By Faai Steuer on November 26, 2025
Running a cannabis dispensary today is a high-wire act. You’re balancing customer service, compliance, and keeping the lights on, all while regulators seem to move the goalposts every few months. When it comes to ID scanning and age verification, you simply can’t afford to wing it. Th …
Dispensary POS System Costs: Smart Budgeting Guide for 2025
By Faai Steuer on November 25, 2025
Thinking of opening a cannabis dispensary or giving your current tech stack a serious upgrade? Understanding dispensary POS pricing isn’t just another task on the startup checklist; it plays a huge role in long-term efficiency, compliance, and profit. If you’ve compared systems and wo …
How to Start a Cannabis Dispensary in Minnesota: Step-by-Step Guide
By Faai Steuer on November 23, 2025
So you’re thinking about opening your very own cannabis dispensary in Minnesota? You’re not alone - it’s a thrilling moment for enterprising folks like you. With Minnesota giving the green light to recreational cannabis in August 2023, lots of people have their eyes on this fresh hori …
Cova vs. Flowhub: The Ultimate Dispensary POS Comparison
By Faai Steuer on November 21, 2025
If you've ever felt bogged down sorting through countless cannabis POS systems, you’re not alone. Choosing the right technology partner can mean more than convenient sales - it can shape your shop’s reputation, customer loyalty, and your own peace of mind. If you’re weighing Cova vs. …
Cannabis Holiday Marketing & Sales Tips for Your Best December Ever
By Faai Steuer on November 19, 2025
Retail’s busiest month of the year is right around the corner – and for cannabis dispensaries, it’s time to start prepping to make the most of the December sales rush. Between gift-giving, self-care purchases, and seasonal celebration, the average dispensary sees noticeable spikes in …