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New York Cannabis Technology & Security Solutions

For new and existing cannabis businesses in New York, including CAURD licensees. We help you get started, maintain compliance, and grow.

For Emerging New York Cannabis Businesses

Application Support

New York Application Consulting
Get technology and security guidance for your initial application and subsequent documentation requirements, including security floorplans and point of sale/seed to sale/inventory tracking software selection. It's never too early to start thinking about these technical aspects of your business as it's an important part of operations and compliance. Poor technology and security selections can cause costly disruptions and are expensive to redesign and replace.

Consulting

New York Cannabis Consulting
The New York cannabis licensing process is notoriously complicated and confusing. We've been involved in the successful rollouts in the state before and can provide technical guidance on technology and security every step of the way - including software selection, hardware procurement, and security requirements. We can also refer you to preferred vendors and consultants that can assist you with other aspects of your launch, including HR, accounting, recruiting, and more.

IT & Security Hardware

New York Cannabis Hardware
Cure8 can help you get the cannabis IT and security hardware you need at a reasonable price, so you can 1) get open, 2) get compliant and reliable tech and security for your business, AND 3) avoid investing too much upfront in one part of your business. We can select and purchase hardware for you based on your requirements and budget, OR you can shop our self-service store. Hardware we offer includes POS system hardware, barcode scanners, scales, label printers, and security cameras.

Installations

Quick & Compliant Setups
Once you have your license, we can help you set up the tech and security for your facility. This includes POS systems, surveillance systems, menu displays, sound systems, internet, phones, WiFi, and low voltage cabling. We plan installations rigorously so that they typically take only 1-2 working days for an average facility, minimizing your costs and letting you focus on other things and open as soon as possible.

Cannabis Security Services & Solutions

Stay Secure & Compliant
Including surveillance system installation, security camera procurement, security floor plans, and security equipment lists. We've helped design, set up, and manage the technical aspects of hundreds of cannabis facilities throughout North America.

Trusted Across the USA & Canada

Get Started with Cure8

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For Existing New York Cannabis Operators

IT Takeovers

For Easier, More Dependable IT
Let Cure8 take over your IT and surveillance system management. Our team provides expert-level 24/7/365 monitoring, management, and support for as many locations as you have. Tech and security help that doesn't take breaks, vacations, or has other duties to attend to. Get issues fixed overnight so you never miss a sale or workday. Includes strategic-level vCIO advisory services.

Managed Services

24/7 IT Management
New York cannabis managed IT services lets you stay in full control at the strategic level, while Cure8 takes care of day-to-day tech and security maintenance and support. Includes 24/7/365 monitoring, incident response, and tech support, keeping you secure and compliant and preventing outages.

IT Support

When You're in a Jam
Need help with a specific technical issue or project? Reach out to Cure8 to see if we're able to assist. No one knows more about cannabis IT, software, or networks, and how to fix and optimize them, than us. Get help with problems like network outages, POS outages, hardware replacement, power backup solutions, internet backup solutions, and more.

HIPAA Services

Audits and Maintenance
Medical cannabis dispensaries are advised to comply with HIPAA requirements on protecting the privacy and security of patient Protected Health Information (PHI). Cure8 can help with reviewing and upgrading your tech to meet these requirements, which can be a competitive differentiator and help protect your organization from changes in the law. HIPAA is also a standard cybersecurity baseline.

Our Clients Love Us

“Your company and service…I deem essential. I look forward to working on the next stores with you. Thanks for all your help.”

Rhonda Reid

Owner

The Nug Co

“From the start Munir & Shankar were awesome, they were totally on top of communication, had an answer for everything I asked, and knew exactly what my shop needed. As for Greg, great communication, and he did a super clean job wiring up the rack (not to mention all of the other hardware). These three made the whole process smooth and stress free. Congratulations on having such a killer team!”

Jason Robicheau

Owner

Grateful Mind

“As the owner of one of the largest and busiest stores in Canada, I don’t have time for tech outages. Cure8 keeps me up and running so I never miss a sale, and helps ensure every customer walks away from my store happy.”

Colin Campbell

Store Owner

Tokyo Smoke

More Info

We serve all areas including:

  • New York City
  • Buffalo
  • Rochester
  • Yonkers
  • Syracuse
  • Albany
  • New Rochelle
  • Mount Vernon
  • Schenectady
  • Utica
  • White Plains
  • Hempstead
  • Troy
  • Niagara Falls
  • Binghamton
  • Freeport
  • Valley Stream
  • Long Beach
  • Rome
  • North Tonawanda

We serve all areas including:

  • Albany
  • Allegany
  • Bronx
  • Broome
  • Cattaraugus
  • Cayuga
  • Chautauqua
  • Chemung
  • Chenango
  • Clinton
  • Columbia
  • Cortland
  • Delaware
  • Dutchess
  • Erie
  • Essex
  • Franklin
  • Fulton
  • Genesee
  • Greene
  • Hamilton
  • Herkimer
  • Jefferson
  • Kings (Brooklyn)
  • Lewis
  • Livingston
  • Madison
  • Monroe
  • Montgomery
  • Nassau
  • New York (Manhattan)
  • Niagara
  • Oneida
  • Onondaga
  • Ontario
  • Orange
  • Orleans
  • Oswego
  • Otsego
  • Putnam
  • Queens
  • Rensselaer
  • Richmond (Staten Island)
  • Rockland
  • Saratoga
  • Schenectady
  • Schoharie
  • Schuyler
  • Seneca
  • St. Lawrence
  • Steuben
  • Suffolk
  • Sullivan
  • Tioga
  • Tompkins
  • Ulster
  • Warren
  • Washington
  • Wayne
  • Westchester
  • Wyoming
  • Yates

We serve all areas including:

  • Brooklyn (Kings County)
  • Queens
  • Manhattan
  • Bronx
  • Staten Island (Richmond County)
  • East New York, Brooklyn
  • Jamaica, Queens
  • Astoria, Queens
  • Upper West Side, Manhattan
  • Harlem, Manhattan
  • Upper East Side, Manhattan
  • Washington Heights, Manhattan
  • Borough Park, Brooklyn
  • Flatbush, Brooklyn
  • Williamsburg, Brooklyn
  • Sunset Park, Brooklyn
  • Bushwick, Brooklyn
  • Flushing, Queens
  • Crown Heights, Brooklyn
  • Park Slope, Brooklyn

The history of the legal cannabis industry in New York State is marked by significant shifts in public opinion, legislative changes, and evolving regulations. Here’s a general overview of the key milestones in the development of the legal cannabis industry in the state:

  1. Early Prohibition and Medical Cannabis (1930s-2014): Like much of the United States, New York initially enacted strict cannabis prohibition laws in the 1930s. However, in 2014, the Compassionate Care Act was signed into law, legalizing medical cannabis for qualified patients with certain medical conditions.

  2. Medical Cannabis Implementation (2016-2017): After the passage of the Compassionate Care Act, the state began the process of implementing the medical cannabis program. Licensed organizations were authorized to cultivate, manufacture, and distribute medical cannabis to registered patients.

  3. Decriminalization and Shift in Policy (2019): In 2019, New York State decriminalized the possession of small amounts of cannabis. This change reduced penalties for possession and aimed to address racial disparities in cannabis-related arrests.

  4. Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization (2021): In 2021, the state took a significant step by legalizing adult-use recreational cannabis. The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) was signed into law, allowing adults aged 21 and older to possess, purchase, and consume cannabis for recreational use. The MRTA also expunged certain past cannabis-related convictions and established regulations for cultivation, distribution, and retail sales.

  5. Cannabis Regulatory Body Formation: Following legalization, the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) was established to oversee the adult-use, medical, and cannabinoid hemp programs. The OCM is responsible for licensing, regulation, and enforcement within the cannabis industry.

  6. Social Equity and Licensing: The MRTA places a strong emphasis on social equity, aiming to rectify the disproportionate impact of cannabis prohibition on marginalized communities. The law includes provisions for promoting diversity and providing economic opportunities for those affected by past cannabis policies.

  7. Cannabis Sales and Implementation (Ongoing): While the legalization of adult-use cannabis is a landmark step, the full implementation of the legal industry, including the launch of retail sales, is an ongoing process. Regulations for licensing, taxation, and retail operations are being developed and refined.

  8. Evolving Regulations: As the industry continues to develop, New York State will likely see adjustments to regulations, licensing procedures, and taxation frameworks. These changes will shape the industry’s growth, consumer access, and economic impact.

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