4 Ways Cloud Security Monitoring Can Benefit Your Facilities

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]As with many industries, the advent of cloud computing has revolutionized the security monitoring field. The ability to provide services via an internet connection has not only increased the ability for security companies to provide monitoring services, it has also allowed services to evolve. From using AIs to monitor security…

Security System Planning Guide for Marijuana Dispensaries

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Introduction Marijuana is a growing market in Canada. With recreational marijuana use and sales poised for legalization, potentially by the end of 2018, the opportunity for prospective producers and sellers has never been as promising. According to Statistics Canada, Canadians had spent $5.4 billion on cannabis, of which 80%…

How Canadian Laws Affect Recreational and Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The legislative landscape in Canada for marijuana legalization is in flux. At the federal level, Bill C-45 (currently sitting with the Senate) will legalize recreational marijuana sales and use across Canada. Until Bill C-45 comes into effect, the sole avenue for legal marijuana production, sales and usage is through the…

How Professional Security Systems Support Your Marijuana Dispensary Insurance

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]With the legalization of marijuana in effect across Canada, dispensaries across the country have to wade through new legalities to ensure their success.  One such issue is insurance.  Like any retail business, insurance is vital for a business’ survival. And in the case of new dispensaries popping up throughout Canada,…

Dispensaries, Labs, and Cultivation facilities: The Different Security Measures Required for Each

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]With the tension that comes with the pressure on Justin Trudeau to hasten the process of marijuana legalization, medical marijuana security for licensed MMPR facilities is as important as ever. As the medical cannabis industry grows, without extensive security measures to protect licensed facilities, they may become an easy target. …

Medical Marijuana Security Systems Best Practices: Building a Dispensary Security Plan

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]In general, designing a marijuana security system is at-par in complexity to securing banks and laboratories handling controlled substances. Not only are marijuana businesses affected by the regulatory environment, but they must also address challenging and diverse security issues. When it comes to building a marijuana dispensary security plan, it’s…

3 Marijuana Dispensary Issues That Can Affect Your Business

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The legalization of recreational marijuana presents a major business opportunity. Ontario cannabis stores will officially attain legal status in 2019, with 25 licenses available in Ontario Despite the transition of recreational marijuana sales to legal status, there are still risks tied to running a marijuana dispensary. These risks are due…

How to Get a Dispensary License in Canada

[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Marijuana legalization nearing in Canada. In fact, it could occur this summer should the Senate pass Bill C-45 and Bill C-46. As such, it’s not surprising that many are searching for promising investment and business opportunities in the marijuana dispensary space.  It’s natural then to ask, “how do I get…