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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · 1d

ERP + E-Commerce = Business Bliss

Integrate with SellStack and watch your operations sync smoother than a Tim Hortons double-double on a cold morning.

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · 20d

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.

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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Sep 18

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · May 29

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. 🍃

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · May 28

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/

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · May 22

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.

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Apr 22

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Apr 11

Exactly

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Apr 10

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.

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Apr 8

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Apr 8

Excited to be formally announcing the release of our very own SellStack 365 Cannabis ERP Edition E-Commerce platform integration with the powerful industry-leading manufacturing and supply chain platform! So much more to come.

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iTristan Group and 365 Cannabis Launch SellStack 365 Cannabis ERP Edition

A Game-Changer for Cannabis E-Commerce and Supply Chain Integration, a powerful collaboration aimed at transforming the cannabis industry.

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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Apr 3

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Mar 31

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

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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Mar 26

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Mar 19

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.

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Feb 24

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Feb 20

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.

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Feb 18

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Feb 12

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

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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Feb 10

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

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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Jan 20

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.

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Jan 16

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

iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Jan 13

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...

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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Jan 8

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

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iTristan Group @itristangroup.bsky.social · Dec 31

New Volume City it looks like, I hear the food is good there

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