July 1, 2024
Like many others, the cannabis industry is experiencing a significant shift towards automation. This trend is particularly evident in the production of pre-rolls, where automated solutions are transforming the landscape. As the demand for cannabis products grows, companies seek efficient ways to scale their operations while maintaining high quality and consistency. Automation offers a viable... [continue]
June 18, 2024
The call for sustainability is louder than ever in today’s rapidly evolving market. Companies across various industries are stepping up to the challenge, and AssurPack® is at the forefront of this movement in the cannabis packaging sector. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, the demand for eco-friendly solutions has grown, pushing businesses to innovate and... [continue]
April 29, 2024
One of the greatest threats to a supply chain is recalls. Recalls are a problem because they can cost money to fix or replace defective products, open a company to liability for a lawsuit, or reimburse consumers. These recalls can tarnish a company’s reputation and lead to multi-billion dollar losses. Recently, Proctor & Gamble recalled... [continue]
March 26, 2024
A Director of Regulatory Compliance From Pharma Unpacks Schedule III Implications for the Cannabis Industry with AssurPack®. The recent news of the potential rescheduling of cannabis to Schedule III could be a massive shift in the cannabis industry, with profound implications for all stakeholders, including packaging companies. In this blog, we delve into the insights... [continue]
January 15, 2024
The sun has set on 2023, and we enter the new year with 24 states fully legalized and 15 states with legalized medical use. New cannabis products and brands hit the market daily, affecting the legal landscape. Based on what we’ve seen in the market, we’re going to break down the coming trends for 2024... [continue]
October 24, 2023
With recent rumors swirling about the Department of Health recommending a rescheduling of cannabis to Schedule III, operators have been considering what the future of cannabis might look like, ranging from facility design to packaging. The most significant benefit of rescheduling is that IRC 280e would no longer apply to cannabis businesses, meaning that cannabis... [continue]
June 14, 2023
Younger generations are buying cannabis at a higher rate and in higher quantities than older generations. Millennials and Gen Z shoppers approach their cannabis experience differently than Gen X and Boomers. Long gone are the days of buying eighths in a plastic-wrapped ball. Now consumers have options and want differentiation. Gen Z and Millenials are... [continue]
June 8, 2023
New York made history on March 31st, 2021, becoming the 15th state in the US to legalize adult-use cannabis. This law allows for a regulated market to grow, process, and sell it and for consumers ages 21+ to grow up to three plants and carry three ounces of cannabis at any given time. Along with... [continue]
May 4, 2023
Cannabis companies have a lot to celebrate after 4/20 2023. Across every industry product sector, consumers marked the holiday by breaking new sales records—more than $100 million in legal cannabis transactions in one day. According to the cannabis analytics firm Headset, sales hit $160K per minute during the holiday. Retailer Jane Technologies charted a big... [continue]
March 27, 2023
Our favorite holiday is right around the corner. 4/20 has become a massive worldwide celebration of cannabis culture. With retail dispensaries and their customers gearing up to mark milestones in the growing legalization movement, AssurPack® offers some tips on planning the ultimate 4/20: 1. Go bold. 4/20 is an opportunity for pull-out-all-the-stops retail experiences. The... [continue]