Theft

While many cannabis business owners may be tempted to just tick off the required boxes to meet their insurance needs, that could be a mistake…

Having the right technology and processes will increase the effectiveness of your surveillance system Retail security balances industry regulatory requirements with cash handling, customer data…

As one of the most rapidly evolving industries worldwide, cannabis faces risks, unlike any other market. Despite forecasted growth rates and a broader societal acceptance,…

The images are terrifying, like something out of Hollywood. Masked robbers barging in with automatic weapons, pointing guns at employees and customers, demanding cash and…

Cannabis businesses face many of the same risks as luxury retailers, pharmacies and banks because of product popularity, cash-heavy environments and requirements for security. While…

Organized retail crime is a growing problem. Since the coronavirus pandemic began, brazen daylight robberies have become more frequent, and, shop owners say, more violent.…

My editorial on robberies in the March issue of Marijuana Venture obviously struck a note with readers. I’ve been writing a monthly column for eight…

Marijuana Venture Presents: Cannabis Security and Common Pitfalls to Avoid With the growing threat of criminals targeting cannabis businesses, Marijuana Venture will host its first-ever…

A friend of mine owns several cannabis retail stores in the Seattle area. Recently, I was at his office for a visit. I wasn’t alone.…

In the cannabis business, only 10% of shrink comes from external theft – the other 90% is due to employee theft. Remove that temptation, combat shrink, and improve…