Expert Guides14 min read
Cannabis Facility Design: 7 Decisions That Shape Long-Term Success
Seven facility planning decisions that shape a cannabis operation's compliance, efficiency, and long-term profitability.
Sam Andras
Knowledge Center
Cannabis industry news, trends, and insights
Practitioner-led writing on compliance, finance, operations, and market strategy from the people doing the work.
Knowledge Center7 min read
One of the Biggest Mistakes Cannabis Companies Make: Building Too Big, Too Soon
After 15 years in cannabis, Krysta Jones has seen one mistake hold companies back more than any other: building too much before proving enough. This article covers how to protect your runway, manage overhead, and scale with confidence.
Krysta Jones
Knowledge Center5 min read
Cannabis Promotional Products That Build Customer Loyalty and Drive Repeat Business
Branded merchandise is one of the most practical ways dispensaries stay visible between customer visits. This article covers how cannabis promotional products strengthen brand loyalty, improve consistency, and support year-round marketing campaigns.
Gregg Roth
Knowledge Center8 min read
Cannabis HR: How to Build a Compliant, High-Performing Workforce
Cannabis operators often overlook one of their biggest performance drivers: their people. This article covers how to build a compliant, high-performing cannabis HR strategy, from payroll compliance and retention to leadership development and scalable
Stewart Baskin
Knowledge Center6 min read
Florida Cannabis Regulations in 2026: What MMTC Operators Need to Know About the New Rulemaking Era
Florida's medical marijuana rules are moving from emergency rules into regular rulemaking. Attorney Vijay S. Choksi of Blank Rome explains what that means operationally for MMTCs, from licensing and packaging to seed-to-sale tracking.
Cannabis LAB
Knowledge Center14 min read
CLAB How to Write a Cannabis Business Plan That Attracts Investors in Today's Market
This article guides you through what investors are looking for from cannabis companies in 2026 with structure, clear steps, and action points. Need more help? Cannabis LAB (CLAB) can connect you with cannabis business experts.
Toros Bardakjian
Industry Guides
How to Start a Cannabis Business
A beginner's guide to launching a cannabis business — from licensing and compliance to funding and operations.
Cannabis LAB
Industry Guides
Cannabis Marketing Rules
Cannabis marketing is heavily restricted. Here's what you can and can't do — and how to market your brand effectively within the rules.
Cannabis LAB
Industry Guides
Investing in Cannabis
Thinking about investing in cannabis? Here's what every investor needs to understand before putting money into the industry.
Cannabis LAB
Industry Guides
Cannabis Banking & Finance
Banking in cannabis is complicated. Here's a practical guide to understanding your options for accounts, loans, and financial services.
Cannabis LAB
Industry Guides
Entering the Cannabis Industry
New to cannabis? Here's your starting point for understanding the industry and finding your place in it.
Cannabis LAB
Knowledge Center4 min read
Marijuana vs. Hemp Debate
Marijuana, cannabis, hemp, CBD—all wonderful words, but do we really understand the relationships between them? We're about to ask some crucial questions about the relationship between marijuana [...]
Cannabis LAB
Knowledge Center3 min read
Medical Cannabis Finally Becomes Available in Polish Pharmacies
A bill legalizing medical cannabis in Poland came into effect in November 2017, but since then, the therapeutic plant has been unavailable within the country. As of January 2019, weed is finally av [...]
Cannabis LAB