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Metrc compliance for cannabis retail

How to Avoid an Audit & Catch Metrc Inventory Discrepancies in California

Cannabis retailers can use these three red flags (as shared with us recently by software consultant Brian Maravandi from AlfaLINQ), to quickly identify a compliance problem.
Read more to discover if your dispensary has a potential Metrc issue to fix
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David Hua
CEO and Co-Founder
Cannabis 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
Metrc integrated and user friendly POS system Meadow makes managing inventory simple

5 Reasons Your Dispensary Inventory is Inaccurate

Learn why your dispensary inventory is off and how to fix it with Meadow POS
Let's look at five of the most common reasons behind cannabis retail inventory inaccuracies and how they can easily be avoided with our user-friendly dispensary POS system.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Dispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis ComplianceCannabis Retail
This image features a split-screen design, with Jane's logo on the left side against a bright yellow background and Dutchie's logo on the right side set against a bold red background. A prominent "VS" in white text is positioned in the center, dividing the two sides with a diagonal line, symbolizing a direct comparison between the two companies.

Jane vs. Dutchie: Choosing the Right Dispensary Software for Your Business

Jane vs. Dutchie: Explore this in-depth comparison of two leading dispensary software solutions. Uncover their strengths, challenges, and hidden costs to find the best fit for your dispensary, and see how reliability impacts success.
Which dispensary software is best for your business? Learn about their features, challenges, and the hidden costs you need to know.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis DeliveryCannabis MarketingCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail
- Carefully Select Team Permissions to take better control of your Cannabis Dispensary

Team Permissions: Streamlining Dispensary Operations with Meadow

Effectively customize and manage your dispensary operations with Meadow's Team Permissions Guide.
By carefully assigning permissions based on staff roles, dispensaries can minimize risks, optimize operations, and enhance customer service.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis RetailCannabis Delivery
A split-screen graphic compares two cannabis software platforms, Cova and Flowhub. The left side features the Cova logo against a yellow background, showcasing its minimalist, interconnected dot design. The right side displays the Flowhub logo with a green cannabis leaf icon on a green background. A bold white "VS" is centered between the two logos, emphasizing the comparison. The vibrant colors and clean design convey a head-to-head evaluation of the two platforms.

Cova vs. Flowhub: Choosing the Best Dispensary Software

How do Cova and Flowhub compare in the world of dispensary software? Discover their strengths, weaknesses, and what cannabis retailers need to know.
Looking for the right dispensary software? Dive into our comparison of Cova and Flowhub to see their strengths, weaknesses, and a proven alternative.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis DeliveryCannabis MarketingCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail
Choosing a cannabis POS system is an important decision that goes beyond just searching for the lowest monthly fee. Each system offers a different approach to workflows that will affect all facets of your operations every single day, and it's an important decision as your POS system not only processes sales but interfaces with required Metrc tracking, and will affect how easy it is for your operation to remain compliant.

How to Choose the Best Dispensary POS System in California: A Metrc-Focused Guide

Running a dispensary in California comes with challenges—but Metrc compliance shouldn’t be one of them. Discover what to look for in a cannabis POS system to simplify compliance, optimize inventory, and enhance your customer experience.
Ensure compliance, streamline operations, and grow your CA dispensary. Learn how.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis RetailCannabis DeliveryCannabis Compliance
Follow these steps to run a compliant delivery service in California with Point of Sale software solution Meadow

How to Start a Cannabis Delivery Service in California

California cannabis delivery success depends on proper licensing, compliance, and efficient workflows.
Follow these steps to launch a successful cannabis delivery service in California.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis DeliveryCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail
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
This cannabis retail guidebook covers how dispensaries can prepare for 4/20 marketing, inventory and omni-channel sales to maximize revenue and drive customer loyalty.

The Ultimate 420 Dispensary Guide for 2025

Get expert advice on staffing, sales channels, promotions, and more in this detailed guide for cannabis retailers.
Plan your best 4/20 yet—download the full guide now.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
Cannabis RetailCannabis DeliveryCannabis MarketingCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory Management

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