Newspaper reveals origins of 420

The Origin of 420

Today is one of the most celebrated dates in the cannabis industry. On 420, also known as Weed Day, people around the world get together to appreciate cannabis. Although most people have probably heard the phrase 420 or know about the holiday, many are unsure about the meaning and origin of 420. While there are multiple theories into the origin …

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Creating a 420 Security Plan

420 is widely regarded as the biggest holiday in the cannabis industry with people throughout the world celebrating their appreciation of the industry. Most events have gone virtual due to the pandemic, and events such as the Couchlocked 420 Comedy Special hosted by Berner from Cookies and the “World’s Biggest Virtual 420 Celebration,” Higher Together, presented by Weedmaps are each attracting large audiences.  Dispensaries …

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Halloween 2020: How to Protect Yourself from Crime and COVID-19

Halloween is the most violent day of the year. In some cities, crime rates double the yearly average as people in overly festive moods cause mischief. Several different factors affect violence, like the crime prevention a city has in place, the day of the week Halloween falls on, or college towns nearby. Even the weather affects the crime rates for Halloween.  This year, …

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Holiday Security for Dispensaries

We all know the holiday season is very busy with a lot more people out shopping than usual. So how are you going to maintain your security and safety programs during this busy time? Since the cannabis holiday season operates differently from the rest of the year, you need to understand precisely how your current programs handle security and safety. …

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Holiday Security – Prevent Shoplifting

The holiday season is here! Of course, we all know this is the busiest time of the year for retailers. Unfortunately, as revenue increases over the season, so do losses! The hustle and bustle of holiday chaos is the perfect atmosphere for potential shoplifting. Here’s what you can do to deter shoplifting in your store this holiday season: Train your …

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM CRIMINALS​ON BLACK FRIDAY

Black Friday is one of the Biggest shopping days of the year. Unfortunately, while you’re excited for all of the great deals, criminals are excited for all of the distracted shoppers. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make yourself a less desirable target for criminals this black Friday:      Find a visible parking spot. Even if it takes …

Will Seasonal Workers Increase Shrink Rates this Holiday Season?

Did you catch the Newsletter from Loss Prevention Media: Will Seasonal Workers Cause Your Shrink Rates to Rise this Holiday Season?  If you’re in a pinch, we’ve highlighted our favorite parts directly from the article here; But we recommend you read the full article from their Newsletter too! Less loyal workers are more likely to steal, making part-time seasonal hires a risk that …