Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is a compound that can change your life. There are many ways to use it for therapy, treatment, and/or enjoyment.
Since 2004, there have been several cannabis technology startups that have gone viral, garnering them millions of views and engagement. Some of these tech startups have been Apple Inc.’s iDevice app Store, Google’s Play Store, and now the Amazon App Store for Android devices.
These companies gain their funding from the cannabis industry itself, so it is not just an app store; it is a marketplace for products used in the cannabis industry. These companies create applications that streamline processes within the cannabis industry such as charting revenues or expenses, tracking products or services used, scheduling meetings or events, and ultimately managing sales and marketing campaigns.
This genre of technology has gained mainstream attention due to its successful outliers such as Hi-Tek Industries Inc., a Canadian company that creates software tools for the marijuana business.
What is cannabis?
Cannabis is a genus of plants native to Eurasia and Africa. They are notable for their large number of species and unique features.
Cannabis is an flowering plant with several major types, including industrial hemp, marijuana, and 1912 legal medical cannabis. All three are used for various purposes, such as constructing houses or housing structures, growing vines and flowers, and using the leaf material as an instrument.
Building materials made from leaves and stems are not very common, but when used in musical instruments such as flutes or trumpets, they make beautiful crafts. The length of the stem can be important in how you use it.
Is cannabis legal?
As of now, cannabis is legal in some parts of California, including cities like Santa Rosa and Stockton. However, you can only legally buy it in dispensaries, not at grocery stores or grocers.
The legality of cannabis varies from city to city, and has even changed over the years. For instance, in the early 1900s, marijuana was once illegal!
As the technology advances for creating products for cannabis consumption, companies are creating new products every day. Some have been successful and some have not.
Who are the innovators?
Innovators can be anyone, so why not take a look at some of the pioneering cannabis technology and products that are making a statement?
Many companies in the cannabis space are still testing their waters, but these five have shown they are willing to work hard and be persistent. Whether they are developing CBD products or marijuana-infused coffee beverages, these companies are consistently pushing the boundaries of technology and cannabis.
These five companies were named by California’s Cannabis Cup judges as one of the top five breakthrough technologies for 2018. Each received an honorable mention for winning the competition, but we will focus on them this time around.
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Online shopping
Today, there are literally thousands of online shopping sites. Most offer free membership, making it a very easy way to shop.
Many of these sites offer exclusive deals and features only for users of their services. Some even monitor your internet usage and alert them if you’re making a purchase, making this a very secure way to shop.
Of course, this also makes it very easy for people to steal your money! Because how can you trust that the seller will be legit if you can just buy from someone else?
Nonetheless, no one should ever buy anything until they have visited the site in question and seen for themselves that it works and that they have customer feedback! This way, no one but you can protect yourself.
Delivery service
California has a lot of dispensaries, and a lot of customers. That’s why there are so many delivery services in the state now!
Delivery services offer their customers a way to get their hands on cannabis without being at the dispensary. They range from $5 to $20 per delivery, allowing them to charge some profit.
Some companies offer discounted rates for late-night requests, which is another benefit. Having the option to get your cannabis as soon as possible is appealing to some, like people who travel for business or those with busy lifestyles.
Overall, these delivery services make getting your CBD or THC just as easy as walking into one of the local dispensaries.
Mobile app
The use of an app on your phone or computer that tracks consumption and payment is now the norm for most people looking to start smoking cannabis.
This app has you create a “BC” account, which is basically your username and password for the app. You then can create a new account or go back to an existing one by using the same credentials.
The BC Mobile App has you set up a “BC” account, so make sure you do it right from your computer or from the app itself.
Visiting stores
When you visit a cannabis store, you can expect to meet the gardener, the receptionist, the bud tender, and other staff members. Each of these individuals has a role in letting customers know about products and offering help if needed.
The receptionist will take your call and determine if he or she would like to go into an area where they can be comfortably addressed by a knowledgeable person, such as a bud tender. If so, the bud tenders will offer some assistance with selecting a product and/or learning how to use it.
The bud tenders will also answer any questions that the receptionist may have about cannabis, what products they recommend, how to use them, and how they work.
Products with cannabis
Although cannabis is classified as a non-drug, some products related to cannabis are designed for drug use. For example, marijuana produces the euphoric effects that yield favorable reactions in users, making them desire to consume it again.
Because of this, many products are designed for use by people of all ages. Some are marketed for children, due to their compliance with reliable and understandable instructions.
Some examples of products that are intended for use by people include oils and lotions that contain cannabis flower; sprays that contain just cannabis oil; and chewables or tablets that contain just the active ingredient.
Most of these products are not available in stores or from companies because they are considered legal, but you can say if you feel comfortable using them.
