What’s Happening with Waitr and Cova - Update from Cova CEO Gary Cohen
By Gary Cohen on Mar 11, 2022 12:00:00 AM
On December 16, 2021, we announced we were in negotiations to be acquired by Waitr Holdings. I'm sad to report these negotiations have ended and we will no longer be combining companies. You need only look at current market conditions to see why.
How to Choose the Best Cannabis Delivery Software for your Dispensary
By Gary Cohen on Mar 7, 2022 12:00:00 AM
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 …
420 is Coming: Are Your Cannabis Dispensary POS and Technology Ready?
By Faai Steuer on Feb 28, 2022 12:00:00 AM
The cannabis industry’s biggest holiday is just over a month away, and it is time for you to start planning now if you want to make the most of it. In previous years, many dispensary POS systems have had a chronic reputation of crashing on 420, as they are not well-equipped to handle …
Why You Should Avoid Using Free POS For Your Cannabis Dispensary
By Faai Steuer on Oct 20, 2021 12:00:00 AM
As the legal cannabis industry goes mainstream, many new tech startups backed by investors are popping up everywhere and offering a ‘free POS system’ to cannabis dispensaries. But does free POS mean that it costs nothing? While many POS companies may tempt you with marketing their sys …
5 Must-Visit Booths for Cannabis Retailers at MJBizCon 2021 in Vegas
By Gary Cohen on Oct 5, 2021 12:00:00 AM
The cannabis industry’s most awaited event is finally here, and it is happening in the sin city from October 20th to 22nd at the Las Vegas Convention Center. After almost two years of no trade shows and conferences, MJBizCon 2021 will be a fantastic opportunity for cannabis profession …
How Illinois Dispensary Uses POS Data to Optimize and Scale Operations
By Faai Steuer on Aug 12, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Cannabis dispensary operations are a wealth of lucrative data insights that can help optimize operations and increase profitability. Most business data is readily available via your cannabis POS system, but very few dispensaries use it to improve decision-making. Data analytics, if do …
How to Improve Budtender Performance by Empowering Them with Data
By Henry Finkelstein on Jun 8, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Budtenders are the most valuable employees at a cannabis retail store. They educate the customer, build relationships that inspire loyalty, and guide cannabis consumers to the best and most suitable products for an elevated experience. Encouraging budtenders to improve performance is …
7 Key Considerations When Choosing a Cannabis Dispensary POS System
By Faai Steuer on May 17, 2021 12:00:00 AM
Canada's cannabis industry has witnessed tremendous success since federal legalization in 2018. In the US, 35 states authorize the use of medical cannabis, and 17 of them have now allowed recreational marijuana consumption. Potential dispensary owners must keep in mind that the cannab …
5 Ways Automating Your Dispensary Payroll Can Save Thousands of Dollars
By Danny Lum on Nov 25, 2020 12:00:00 AM
Having a smooth, efficient payroll system is an essential component of running a successful cannabis dispensary; especially when wages contribute largely to the cost of your operations. Making sure your employees are paid accurately and on time improves morale, strengthens your busine …
From Medical to Recreational: How to Transform Your Maine Caregiver Dispensary to Adult-Use
By Gary Cohen on Oct 22, 2020 12:00:00 AM
After being postponed for well over a year, recreational cannabis has been legalized by the state of Maine on October 9th, albeit abruptly.