5 Common Cannabis Retail Pricing Strategies
By Guest Blogger on Dec 3, 2018 12:00:00 AM
One of the things that most surprise people about cannabis retailers is that they require the same thought and consideration as other established businesses. One of the main considerations that operators need to strategize is how their products will be priced.
Inventory Procedures for Dispensary Owners in California
By Dave Emmett on Nov 27, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Imagine this: After much time and effort, you have convinced investors to put money behind your dreams and are ready to open a retail cannabis dispensary in California. You have engaged a realtor that helps you find the perfect potential location and you’ve worked with an architect to …
8 Cannabis Compliance Issues for Cannabis Dispensary Retailers
By Gary Cohen on Nov 6, 2018 12:00:00 AM
It’s true that we’ve seen progress socially and politically for legalization, but the struggle to keep cannabis retail stores free from legal scrutiny is still an uphill battle.
How Manitoba Cannabis Retailers Can Remain Compliant
By Faai Steuer on Oct 4, 2018 12:00:00 AM
The country of Canada is waiting with baited breath for October 17, the scheduled opening date for legal non-medical cannabis. In preparation, the Liquor, Gaming, and Cannabis Authority (LGCA) in Manitoba recently passed provincial cannabis retailer regulations.
How to Enforce Canada's Cannabis Purchase Limits at Your Retail Operation
By Dave Emmett on Oct 3, 2018 12:00:00 AM
As Canadian citizens celebrate the passage of Bill C-45 and look forward to the start of legal recreational cannabis sales in October, Canadian cannabis retail shop owners are making preparations to ensure their operations are up, running and compliant with new federal and provincial …
How Cova POS Addresses Alberta's Compliance and Reporting Requirements
By Faai Steuer on Sep 28, 2018 12:00:00 AM
When opening a retail cannabis store in Alberta, there are many moving parts and regulations to consider. Retailers can cut down on compliance risks by choosing a point of sale (POS) and inventory management system that can track inventory, transactions, and securely store data, all w …
How to Protect Your Cannabis Retail Data in Canada
By Gary Cohen on Sep 6, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Security is a primary concern for any business — and cannabis retail is no different. Of course, the physical security of your dispensary is one aspect of this, and in the past we’ve discussed ways to prevent internal theft and fraud at your retail cannabis operation.
How to Streamline Your Cannabis Retail Business with POS Integration
By Guest Blogger on Sep 4, 2018 12:00:00 AM
The logistics of moving product from farm, to inspection, to customer, is not something new. Technology has always been a part of production, as well as online and offline commerce. However, the specific ins and outs of the business of selling cannabis require tweaks and adjustments. …
How California Cannabis Retailers Can Ensure They Remain Compliant
By Gary Cohen on Aug 3, 2018 12:00:00 AM
One month after California’s transition to a fully regulated commercial cannabis market, many operators are still struggling to get up to speed with the Bureau of Cannabis Control’s statutory and regulatory requirements.
How to Lose Your Cannabis Retail License
By Faai Steuer on Jun 7, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Obtaining a cannabis retail license is no easy feat. There’s a hefty amount of paperwork involved, as well as mandatory background checks and, of course, money in application and licensing fees. Needless to say, once you’ve received your license, you’re going to want to take precautio …