Cannabis & Hemp Retail Insights / Compliance & Regulations (5)

POS Tips for Cannabis Sales Compliance & Reporting

By Faai Steuer on Dec 30, 2025, 12:00:00 PM

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The ever-shifting world of cannabis regulations turns simple sales into a high-stakes dance with the rules. Achieving airtight compliance with sales reporting doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle. Instead, with the right approach and smart, automated tools, you can do more than …

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How Dispensaries Handle Banking & Cash in 2026

By Faai Steuer on Dec 20, 2025, 10:30:00 AM

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If you’re running a dispensary or about to open one, chances are you already know things work a little differently for cannabis retail – especially when it comes to banking and cash. It's not just about keeping track of the till anymore. It's about finding creative, safe ways to work …

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How the SAFE Banking Act Will Transform Dispensary Banking

By Faai Steuer on Dec 19, 2025, 9:29:59 AM

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Navigating cannabis banking has never been for the faint of heart. If you’re running a dispensary, chances are you’ve felt the grind of running a business that’s legit in your state, yet can’t even open a bank account without jumping through flaming hoops. Well, there’s real hope comi …

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CBD Retail vs. THC Dispensary: What Sets Operations Apart?

By Faai Steuer on Nov 28, 2025, 8:00:00 AM

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If you’re dreaming about opening your own CBD shop or expanding a thriving dispensary, you’ve probably asked yourself: What really separates CBD retail from THC dispensaries? At Cova, we chat with folks breaking into this market every single day. Each retail model brings its own quirk …

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Preventing Fraud and Chargebacks in Cannabis Retail

By Faai Steuer on Nov 24, 2025, 10:30:00 AM

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If you own or operate a cannabis shop, you know firsthand how thrilling - and nerve-wracking - this industry can be. Every day, you’re juggling enormous possibilites with real-world risks, especially when it comes to fraud and chargebacks. In this wild world of dispensary retail, prot …

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How to Start a Cannabis Dispensary in Minnesota: Step-by-Step Guide

By Faai Steuer on Nov 23, 2025, 11:59:59 AM

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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 …

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How to Prevent Theft & Shrinkage in Your Dispensary

By Faai Steuer on Nov 17, 2025, 10:30:04 AM

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Ever found yourself double-checking your inventory late at night, or waking up wondering if you did enough yesterday to protect your dispensary from loss? Retail is a wild ride - cannabis retail can be even wilder. With every gram in demand and every regulation ready to trip you up, a …

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Master Dispensary Inventory Audits with POS System Tips

By Faai Steuer on Nov 11, 2025, 5:30:00 PM

Man organizing products in a retail store

Running a cannabis dispensary comes with a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to inventory. If you’ve ever stared at your storeroom shelves wondering if every single gram is accounted for, you’re definitely not alone. Trust me, mastering inventory audits might just be …

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Are Cannabis Compliance Certifications Worth It?

By Faai Steuer on Nov 8, 2025, 9:15:00 AM

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Thinking about investing in a cannabis compliance certification? If you're running, managing, or dreaming of launching a dispensary, you already know that compliance is more than a boring checklist - it's the backbone of a thriving business in this ever-shifting industry. With shiny n …

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Dispensary Security Best Practices: Cameras, Alarms & Systems

By Faai Steuer on Nov 6, 2025, 9:00:00 AM

Customers buying items at a cannabis shop

Running a cannabis dispensary has never been for the faint of heart, but these days, the stakes feel higher than ever. Between the maze of rules and the real threat of theft, simply locking up at night just doesn't cut it. Security is your shield, and getting it right could mean the d …

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