lot tracking barcodes

Lot tracking for Canadian cannabis retailers

What is lot tracking? Cannabis producers are required to track which lot (also known as batch) a cannabis product came from. Regulators can use that information to trace information such as: When was this plant grown? Where was it grown from? How old is the plant? The final packaged product contains a lot identifier so […]

Lot number barcodes

A guide to Canadian cannabis barcodes, and how your store can best prepare for them

Managing cannabis products can seem straightforward at first, but things change when you receive your first shipment of legal cannabis in their respective packaging. The packages will look something like the above. The barcode below is what is known as a GS1 stacked databar, or a lot-tracked barcode. The lot-tracked barcode is a superset of […]

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Cannabis Retail Data Security

Cannabis retail data security is critical for the smooth day to day operations of a cannabis store. Losing client data can cripple customer verification systems. Not only does losing data throw a wrench into daily operations, it also lowers client trust. Nobody likes having their personal information and government ID’s leaked onto the internet. Securing data […]

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Proactive vs. Reactive Inventory Audits

Cannabis Inventory Audits Greenline has seen both proactive and reactive inventory audits in action with live cannabis retailers, and it pays to be proactive with inventory accuracy. To better understand the difference, here is what that means: (Reactive) An issue or discrepancy is found which prompts an inventory audit (Proactive) Scheduled stock audits that identify discrepancies before […]

Greenline Purchase Order

AGLC, BC LDB, AGCO receipt email imports with Greenline

When we talk about what takes the most time when managing a cannabis retail POS system, we consistently hear the same thing: “We want purchase ordering to be faster” Greenline has a feature for exactly that – receipt email imports. Here’s how it works: Download your AGLC, BC LDB, or AGCO confirmation receipt email Upload […]

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What to look for when shopping for Cannabis POS software

Choosing the correct cannabis POS software is essential for smooth daily operations and cannabis retail licence security. Here are some tips to identify what software best suits your location and unique business needs. 1. Design and usability Intuitive POS system layouts lead to smoother sales flows and faster customer service. The best POS systems are […]