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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Lauren has extensive experience in cannabis retail, specializing in retail strategy, merchandising, dispensary workflows, inventory management, and operational best practices. She focuses on optimizing dispensary operations to drive long-term success.

Posts by Lauren Sutton

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How to Switch Dispensary POS Without Losing a Day of Sales

A dispensary POS migration playbook: prep, overnight cutover, Metrc cleanup, and go-live with zero downtime. See how operators switch in days, not months.
Here's exactly how to migrate your cannabis point of sale — and keep the doors open.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis RetailDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis ComplianceCannabis DeliveryCannabis Industry Leadership
Copy paste prompts for Dispensary Operators who want to level up with AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude

7 Ways Dispensaries Are Using AI Tools Like ChatGPT and Claude to Work Smarter

Here are 7 practical use cases — with copy-paste prompts built for dispensaries.
Cannabis operators are using AI tools to cut hours of work. Learn how to save time here.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis MarketingCannabis ComplianceCannabis RetailCannabis Industry Leadership
The event marked the launch of PEACE BY PAX, PAX's new impact platform that supports social reform, safe access, and sustainability. The Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary Act (SB-34) permitted the tax-free donation of cannabis to low-income patients. Steven Jung, PAX's COO and a former Captain in the United States Army, emphasizes the need for patients to have access to safe, regulated, and affordable cannabis. This is one of the core pillars of PEACE BY PAX. PAX partnered with compassionate community leaders across the Bay Area to make this event a success for patients who depend on cannabis for medicinal purposes.

SB-34 Cannabis Donations in California: PAX Compassion Case Study

How PAX teamed up with NorCal dispensaries to run a Day of Peace compassion event, and how your dispensary can organize SB-34 cannabis donations too.
Discover how PAX collaborated with local dispensaries in NorCal to organize a Day of Peace compassion cannabis event. Learn how you can do the same at your dispensary.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis RetailCannabis ComplianceCannabis Industry Leadership
Elevate Woodland Hills Dispensary Inventory Software

Driving Growth with Meadow’s Dispensary Software: Elevate’s Success Story

See how Elevate unified in-store, delivery, and pickup across its California dispensaries on Meadow POS with accurate inventory, trusted data, and faster service.
Unlock the story behind Elevate’s growth and their trusted partnership with Meadow.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis DeliveryCannabis MarketingCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis RetailCase Study
7 Proven Tactics to Boost Your Dispensary’s SEO: Boost your dispensary’s online visibility with smarter SEO. Learn 7 proven tactics—plus how Meadow helps you get found.

Dispensary SEO: How to Boost Your Dispensary’s Online Presence

Boost your dispensary’s online visibility with smarter SEO. Learn 7 proven tactics—plus how Meadow helps you get found.
Stronger SEO means more traffic and more sales. Get the tips and tools to stand out in search.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis RetailCannabis Marketing
Retail Standard Operating Procedure for closing a cannabis dispensary in California - a complete checklist

Cannabis Dispensary SOPs: Closing Procedures Checklist

Streamline your dispensary’s closing routine for a smoother workflow, plus POS features for security and protection beyond closing time..
Follow these steps and end your dispensary day securely, every time.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis RetailCannabis DeliveryCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory Management
Follow these best practices and SOPs for opening a cannabis retail dispensary efficiently with Meadow point of sale system

Cannabis Dispensary SOPs: Opening Procedures Checklist

It takes a dedicated cannabis retail team to start the sales day right. Delegating these key tasks to the appropriate team members can drive your dispensary’s success.
Review this essential dispensary opening checklist.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis DeliveryCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail
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3 Strategies to Secure the Best Vendor Deals for Your Dispensary

Improve dispensary inventory flow and profitability with cannabis-specific tips for securing credits, promos, and consignment.
Start negotiating for support that protects your margins and moves your product.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Dispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail
Upgrade your cannabis retail point of sale system to Meadow

Building the Best Dispensary POS: New Tools & Features for 2023

Sell more cannabis with less work, using Meadow's connected cannabis retail, delivery, eCommerce, CRM, and marketing platform—designed to grow with you.
Read more about the biggest improvements and most recent product upgrades to our point of sale platform in the last year
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis RetailCannabis DeliveryCannabis Compliance
Elevate Efficiency Through Cannabis Delivery from Vendors - Access safe, secure cannabis delivery from trusted vendors and reduce the amount of manual labor involved in your business processes.

Cannabis Dispensary SOPs: Receiving Inventory

Everything you need to know about receiving a delivery of cannabis products from a distributor in states like California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Michigan
Everything you need to know about receiving a delivery of cannabis products from a distributor in states like California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Michigan
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis RetailCannabis Delivery