What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth marks the day that enslaved African Americans were no longer under the hands of Texans. This federal holiday is meant to celebrate the freedom that African Americans gained that day, as well as bring light to the racism that African Americans still experience in modern-day history. On June 19th, 1865, Gordon Granger landed in Galveston, Texas, …
Since preventing shoplifting and other methods of external theft is usually the priority of cannabis security plans, internal theft can sometimes be overlooked. On average, employees cause about 90% of all theft losses. Additionally, when asked, 60% of employees stated that they would steal from their employer if they knew they wouldn’t get caught according to the FBI. Despite the obvious dangers …
Customer diversion can occur at any retailer, and cannabis dispensaries are not immune. Though the increased security systems and procedures in place at a cannabis retailer make theft extremely difficult, those seeking to steal may still be attracted by the high-value cannabis. Like any business, customer diversion at a cannabis retailer could be as simple as an act of shoplifting, …
While all businesses face the risks of theft or diversion of product, retailers face the added risks associated with shoplifting. Additionally, cannabis retailers could be targeted for their valuable cannabis products and cash on-site if not properly secured. Despite this, there are many ways that cannabis business owners can prevent shoplifting in cannabis retail by utilizing effective security policies and …
The holiday season is just around the corner! While this might bump up your customers and profits, it can also increase your potential risks. Cannabis businesses will need to take extra care in making sure that any current security is reliable and properly maintained and that updates or repairs are made prior to holiday sales. Preparedness is key, so create …
As the holiday season approaches, many retailers are preparing for the increase in customers (and risk!) that comes with the season. In preparation for busy stores, many retailers are hiring temporary employees or seasonal workers to help accommodate the additional customers, keep shelves stocked, and expedite purchases. While increasing the number of temporary employees on-site is an excellent way to …
For some people, November is a month to celebrate with friends and family over homemade casseroles and pies. For others, it’s the time to open up heavy wallets and grab all the great deals. While most of the country prepares for Black Friday, cannabis purchasers know that “Green Wednesday” is really when the huge cannabis sales are happening. “Green Wednesday” …
Sunday is Halloween, and while this holiday isn’t weed specific, Halloween conjures up a large increase in cannabis sales across the country. Halloween now has the third highest cannabis sales of any American holiday. As cannabis legalization continues to spread, cannabis sales and use during Halloween, or “Halloweed,” are increasing. In 2016, the state of Washington generated $2.11 million in …
Today is 710, a holiday for cannabis enthusiasts who enjoy consuming cannabis oils, dabs, and concentrates. While 420 may still be the most universally celebrated cannabis holiday, 710 is quickly growing in popularity as cannabis access spreads throughout the U.S. The date 710 was chosen because when the numbers are flipped upside down they spell OIL. Cannabis oil products have a …
Today is Earth Day and discarded masks are littered all over the planet – in the streets, sewers, and invading the habitats of local wildlife. Since wearing a face mask will likely still be the norm for the foreseeable future, many are looking for ways to use and dispose of personal protection equipment (PPE), like masks, responsibly. For those looking to make more environmentally-friendly choices on Earth Day, a hemp mask may be the solution. Typical …
