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Commerce software. Creator of SellStack Shop. Real time supply chain ecosystem logistics wizards.
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Tariffs got your cannabis business in a twist?

digBiz Ep 23: Ian Ray from 365 Cannabis breaks down the chaos and how ERP & E-Commerce platforms like SellStack can be your lifeline.

Watch the podcast, link in bio.
November 3, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Tariffs are coming.
Your margins are crying.
Your ERP is blinking.
Your e-comm platform? Hopefully not just decorative.

digBiz Ep 23 with Ian Ray: real talk on tariffs, supply chains, and the tech stack you actually need to keep calm and carry on cannabis.

Watch the podcast, Link in bio.
October 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
ERP + E-Commerce = Business Bliss

Integrate with SellStack and watch your operations sync smoother than a Tim Hortons double-double on a cold morning.
October 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Packaging cost up 40%.
Vendors dodging calls.
Tariffs, baby.

digBiz Ep 23: We asked Ian Ray from 365 Cannabis how to stop your ERP E-Commerce ecosystem from becoming a very expensive spectator.
Link in Bio.
October 8, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The T-Word That’s Shaking Up Cannabis Supply Chains

In Episode 23 of the digBiz Podcast, things get real. Hosts Jason and Chris welcome Ian Ray from 365 Cannabis to unpack the T-word - yeah, tariffs - and how they're impacting cannabis producers across North America.

Watch and listen: Link in Bio
September 18, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Jason + Chris are back in part 2 of growing multi-location operations. In this industry, distribution in each location is just the nature of the strain.

However, vendors, workflows + systems don’t have to be scattered. 365Cannabis and SellStack organize your operation under one digital canopy. 🍃
May 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Proof we go outside!

Find Jason at the Grow Up Conference at Toronto's Pearson Convention Center.

More than just a conference and tradeshow; it’s a pivotal platform dedicated to shaping the future of cannabis in Canada and beyond.

Find out more at growupconference.com/toronto/
May 28, 2025 at 3:01 PM
What happens when your competition starts scaling with strategy? In this episode, we unpack the quiet shift reshaping entire markets — one SKU, one system, and one state at a time. If you think spreadsheets are enough, think again. The Joneses are coming — and they’ve already unpacked.

Link in bio.
May 22, 2025 at 6:34 PM
In digBiz episode 21 we're joined again by Chris Guthrie to take a glance into the future of perishable supply chain logistics, uncovering how AI-driven automation, shifting global trade policies, and evolving consumer demands are reshaping the way we move, store, and sell fresh goods.

#ERP
April 22, 2025 at 7:17 PM
With instant access to live data, sales teams can see exactly what’s available, pre-sell upcoming harvests, and fulfill orders faster and more accurately than ever. This isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about predictability. Revenue stops being a guessing game when based on hard numbers.
April 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM
If you’re still running on spreadsheets and manual tracking, you aren’t just hurting efficiency—you’re driving away your best employees. How long can you ask your team to walk, chew gum, calculate pi, and make an omelet at the same time?

> Read the article, link in bio.

#Compliance #ERP #ECommerce
April 8, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Profitability: Can you sell 1,000 units a day and know exactly what it costs? For many cannabis businesses, the answer is no—and that's a big problem.

#ECommerce #CannabisIndustry #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #ScalingUp #CannabisBusiness #Compliance #ERP
April 3, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Early on, many cultivators envisioned premium flower in high-end jars, believing top-shelf products deserved top-tier packaging. But then the data started coming in, what the market actually wanted were pre-rolls for convenience, not jars.

The lesson? Data doesn’t lie.

#CannabisBusiness #ERP
March 31, 2025 at 5:31 PM
From seed to premium cut, growing and selling cannabis is an art. But scaling your business efficiently, profitably, and in full compliance is where the true challenge lies. 🌱

#Compliance
March 26, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The cannabis industry is no longer the Wild West. What started as a passion-driven movement—where experienced cultivators prided themselves on their ability to grow the perfect plant—has transformed into a full-scale industry with regulatory oversight, intense competition, and razor-thin margins.
March 19, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Your supply chain shouldn’t be a liability—it should be a weapon. Companies that integrate every step from manufacturing to last-mile delivery don’t just survive—they dominate.

Are you optimizing or just operating?
#E2E #SupplyChainExcellence #BusinessStrategy
February 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The last mile—the final stretch before a package reaches the customer—is where reputations are made or destroyed.

For perishables and e-commerce, speed & precision aren’t optional—they’re the standard. Businesses investing in route optimization ensure deliveries are fast, fresh, and flawless.
February 20, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Modern supply chains are delicate ecosystems—one disruption can send shockwaves through your business. The key? Building resilience into every layer.

A connected, agile supply chain isn’t just efficient—it’s a competitive advantage. Are you prepared for what’s next?

#Resilience
February 18, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Too much stock? You’re bleeding money. Too little? You’re losing customers. Traditional inventory forecasting doesn’t cut it anymore. In today’s market, data-driven inventory management isn’t optional—it’s survival.

Are you still guessing, or are you optimizing?
#Logistics
February 12, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The solution? End-to-end visibility. Advanced ERP platforms and IoT tech can bridge the gaps, providing real-time data from procurement to final delivery.

In fast-moving industries like perishables, the difference between success and failure is milliseconds. Is your supply chain ready?

#ERP
February 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
To thrive in this environment, companies that embrace an End-to-End (E2E) supply chain approach, integrating every aspect of operations, from manufacturing to last-mile delivery and are bold enough to pursue it, the rewards are clear: agility, efficiency, and an unassailable edge in the market.
January 20, 2025 at 4:10 PM
What happens when companies profit BIG from open-source projects but forget to give back?

Open source isn’t just free lunch—it’s a potluck. So if you’re eating, make sure you’re bringing something to the table!

#OpenSource #Controversy #ElephantInTheRoom #TechCommunity #ElasticSearch #Redis
January 16, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Take Apache and NGINX—these unsung heroes handle nearly half the websites you visit daily. They’re like the invisible web wizards, making sure your online shopping, doomscrolling, and cat memes load in a flash.

Read the full article: itristan.com/reading-room...
January 13, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Take Google and Kubernetes—Google doesn’t just grab a plate and leave. They bring the good stuff, contributing code, features, and even the fancy dessert. Or Red Hat with Linux—they’ve basically been the chef keeping this feast alive for decades.

#OpenSource #Linux #ReciprocityGoals #FeastMode
January 8, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Here’s the deal: companies like Google (hi, Kubernetes) and Red Hat (all hail our new Linux overlords) use open-source tech to build mega products. But they don’t just take—they give back BIG.

Because when businesses and communities collaborate, we all win.

#OpenSource #Kubernetes #Linux
December 19, 2024 at 7:35 PM