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Quality Systems 101: CAPA Programs Drive Improvement & Prevent Costly Mistakes

No business is perfect, especially when humans are part of the equation. But, how do you tackle fixing quality issues as they […]

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A Guide to Outsourcing Your Cannabis Delivery Service

If you are interested in adding a new delivery option for your cannabis dispensary, choosing a third-party service is a great move. […]

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Can Cannabis Get Even More Social?

Cannabis has always had it tough when it comes to marketing. Part of it is simple logistics. A DTC playbook, heavily contingent […]

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Navigating the Complexities of Out-of-Home Cannabis Advertising Nationwide

Cannabis hit major milestones in the first half of 2021. Adult use cannabis is legal in five more states, bringing the total […]

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Unnecessary Obstacles for the Canadian Edibles Market

The edible cannabis market in Canada is still green. Delayed by a year from the legalization of dried flower, the edibles and […]

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SC Labs Develops Comprehensive Hemp Testing Panel

SC Labs, a cannabis testing company with roots in Santa Cruz, California, announced this week that they have developed a comprehensive hemp […]

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How Effective is Your Internal Auditing Program?

The word “audit” evokes various emotions depending on your role in an organization and the context of the audit. While most are […]

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Amazon Now Backs Federal Legalization

Amazon’s Senior Vice President of worldwide operations, Dave Clark, wrote a blog post yesterday that is making headlines in the cannabis community. […]

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The Importance of Smart Cannabis Packaging

Regardless of their size, all consumer package brands spend a significant amount of money and resources on packaging to attract consumers’ attention. […]

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The New Delta 8 THC Market: A Q&A with the Founders of DeltaVera

Delta 8 THC (delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol) sprung onto the scene late last year in a big way. While similar to the much more widely-known […]