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A point-of-sale (POS) system screen at a cannabis dispensary displays a purchase transaction, while a customer hands a black credit card to the cashier, with cannabis jars and products in the background.

Choosing the Best POS System for Your Cannabis ...

Introduction: POS Is Not Just a Cash Register Anymore Think your POS system is just there to ring up sales? Then you’re thinking like it’s still 2017. In today’s cannabis...

The Retail Security Budget Dilemma: Why Cutting Corners Could Be Costing You More Than You Think

The Retail Security Budget Dilemma: Why Cutting...

In retail, every dollar counts.Margins are razor-thin. Competition is brutal. One bad season—or even one bad week—can push a store into the red. So it’s no surprise that when retail...

Axis vs Hanwha Vision: Battle of the Titans in AI Video Surveillance

Axis vs Hanwha Vision: Battle of the Titans in ...

In the ever-evolving world of video surveillance, two names consistently rise above the noise: Axis Communications and Hanwha Vision (formerly Hanwha Techwin). Both are giants outside the Chinese sphere of influence,...

The Great Surveillance Deception: Why Most 'AI Cameras' Aren't Really AI — And What That Means for Security

The Great Surveillance Deception: Why Most 'AI ...

Introduction "AI-powered cameras." "Smart detection using artificial intelligence." If you’ve been anywhere near a modern security trade show, vendor pitch, or product spec sheet in the past five years, you’ve...

Why Businesses Are Replacing Security Guards with AI (And Saving Thousands)

Why Businesses Are Replacing Security Guards wi...

When you think of security, the first image that comes to mind might be a uniformed guard, patrolling a hallway or watching over CCTV screens. But the world has changed....

Why Your Security System is Helping Criminals – And How to Stop It

Why Your Security System is Helping Criminals –...

Your Cameras Are Watching — But Who's Watching Them? You installed security cameras to catch criminals, but what if they’re actually helping them instead? Sounds crazy, right? But the truth...

The AI Revolution in Video Security: Why Human Error is Your Biggest Risk

The AI Revolution in Video Security: Why Human ...

Security systems are meant to protect businesses, but what if the biggest vulnerability isn’t external threats—it’s human error? Studies show that 90% of all security breaches are caused by human mistakes,...

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How AI-Powered Cloud Surveillance is Revolution...

The Hidden Threat: Are Your Security Cameras Failing You? Imagine this: A retail store owner arrives in the morning to find their front window shattered. They rush to check the...

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Franchise Security Audits: Are You Protecting Y...

Introduction: Security as a Strategic Imperative for Franchises Running a franchise means managing multiple locations, each with unique security challenges. While many franchise owners focus on operations, marketing, or customer...

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How Safe Do You Feel Knowing Your Security Reli...

Introduction: Security Isn’t Optional—It’s Essential In a world where threats evolve daily, relying on outdated security technology is like locking your doors but leaving the windows wide open. Whether you’re...

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The Future of Retail Security Cameras: Why Clou...

Introduction: Retail’s Changing Security Landscape Retail security demands have evolved significantly over the years. Shrinkage, shoplifting, vandalism, and employee theft remain major concerns, but the solutions to these problems must...

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Why Small Businesses Should Avoid NVR Systems i...

Introduction: Outdated Technology, Big Risks for Small Businesses For years, Network Video Recorder (NVR) systems were the default choice for video surveillance. But as the business landscape evolves, small businesses...

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How Much Could You Save by Switching to Cloud C...

Introduction: The Hidden Costs of Traditional Surveillance At first glance, traditional NVR (Network Video Recorder) systems seem like an affordable solution for video surveillance. However, when you consider the hidden...

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Cannabis Retailers Across Canada Are Hiring AI Employees for Their Safety

Yahoo Finance. April 11, 2025

Unlike traditional models reliant on costly guards or outdated camera setups, Ranger is purpose-built with artificial intelligence. It connects directly to existing CCTV infrastructure, detecting suspicious behavior in real time and preventing incidents before they escalate — all without expensive hardware upgrades.
Ranger also brings long-term memory and decision-making to security operations. It learns to differentiate between employees, customers, and unknown visitors, and can take critical actions such as calling 911, locking or unlocking doors, and escalating incidents based on context.
"Security has always been one of the biggest headaches in running a cannabis store. You worry about break-ins, staff safety — and hiring guards is expensive and unreliable. Bringing in an AI employee like Ranger was a no-brainer for us," said Zara Lah, a cannabis retail owner in Toronto.
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