How to Reduce Cannabis Inventory Loss with FIFO & Shelf Life Management
By Faai Steuer on April 11, 2022
In the cannabis industry, where products are highly perishable, inventory losses eat up profits, and out-of-stock products impact customer experience. If your inventory is too low, you may not be able to meet demand, and too much stock can lead to significant waste if not sold off bef …
5 Tips to Avoid Cannabis Violations and Keep Your Dispensary Compliant
By Faai Steuer on March 25, 2022
Cannabis Compliance is one thing every dispensary must be aware of, as violations can cost you dearly. Adhering to compliance not only secures you the legal right to operate a cannabis business but also helps avoid fines and penalties. Infringement of any federal or state regulations …
How to Open and Manage a Cannabis Dispensary in California
By Faai Steuer on March 15, 2022
Since the early days of legalization, California has been a pioneer of the cannabis industry. Today, the California cannabis market is one of the largest and hosts a diverse range of successful entrepreneurs and intelligent consumers alike. However, as consumer behavior is changing fa …
How to Choose the Best Cannabis Delivery Software for your Dispensary
By Gary Cohen on March 7, 2022
The pandemic and a preference for convenience have certainly changed the way people purchase just about everything, including cannabis. There has been a significant increase in E-commerce and delivery orders for cannabis products in the past couple of years- and these revenue streams …
AGLC E-Commerce & Delivery Regulations for Cannabis Retailers in Alberta
By Faai Steuer on February 22, 2022
The AGLC is changing how cannabis will be sold online in Alberta from March 8, 2022. Consumers will now have the choice to purchase cannabis products directly from their preferred retailer, as the provincial E-commerce website will be shut down. This legal change, passed by the legisl …
How to Start Cannabis Delivery & Grow Your E-Commerce Business in Alberta
By Faai Steuer on February 6, 2022
Alberta’s licensed cannabis retailers will be legally allowed to sell products online and provide cannabis delivery services in the province from March 8, 2022. With this progressive move, Alberta has followed other major Canadian provinces, where private retailers can sell cannabis t …
How to Open and Run a Cannabis Dispensary in Michigan
By Faai Steuer on January 24, 2022
Michigan was the 10th U.S. state to legalize recreational cannabis, officially opening the door for medical and recreational marijuana retail sales in late 2018. Managed by the Michigan Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA), the MI cannabis dispensary laws outline all regulations for pros …
Dispensary Budtender Job Description Template and Key Responsibilities
By Faai Steuer on January 17, 2022
If you’re launching your cannabis retail business or are expanding into a new location, you know that there’s a lot involved with the process. Between licensing, local approvals, finding a location, and preparing for daily operations, there’s a lot on your plate. But running a store r …
How to Open and Run a Cannabis Dispensary in New Mexico
By Gary Cohen on January 13, 2022
In June of 2021, New Mexico joined the growing list of American states to legalize adult-use recreational cannabis, opening doors for a thriving local market. The Cannabis Regulation Act (CRA) established New Mexico dispensary and cannabis laws and assigned regulatory responsibilities …
How to Legally Market your Cannabis Dispensary on Social Media
By Faai Steuer on November 17, 2021
Although cannabis retail has been legal in Canada for over 3 years now, and more than one-third of American states have legalized it for recreational use, social media marketing can still be quite challenging for cannabis dispensaries. As regulations constantly change, it’s difficult …
How to Start Cannabis Delivery Program at your Retail Store in Ontario
By Gary Cohen on October 27, 2021
Ontario recently announced that the province is considering making cannabis pickup and delivery, temporary measures introduced at the peak of Covid-19 last year, permanent for all private cannabis retailers. Under the Supporting People and Business Act, this proposal from the AGCO wou …
How To Choose The Best E-Commerce Platform for Your Cannabis Retail Business
By Gary Cohen on September 8, 2021
Just a decade ago, it’d have been hard to imagine getting cannabis delivered legally to your house. But eCommerce is increasingly becoming an industry standard for cannabis retailers in Canada, especially with British Colombia allowing private cannabis retailers to offer delivery serv …