The CKS Cannabiz Matrix: Seed to Sale Solutions

The CKS Cannabiz Matrix: Seed to Sale Solutions

7/22/2025

Our “Cannabiz Matrix” division provides world-class software, systems and support for the cannabis-hemp supply chain — technology solutions to manage and optimize your business from Seed-to-Sale — business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C).

Technology for the Cannabis Supply Chain

CKS’ Cannabiz Matrix delivers complete solutions for companies which:

MAKE IT = Grow, Farm, Produce Raw Materials & Finished Goods.
MOVE IT = Distribution & Logistics for Raw Materials & Finished Products.
SELL IT = Dispensary Retail-POS & Inventory Management.

CKS solutions for the cannabis industry offer full accountability, traceability & compliance.

Grow, Farm, Produce Raw Materials & Finished Goods

Microsoft D365 helps cannabis producers streamline cultivation and production with:

D365 Supply Chain Management: Enables real-time visibility into raw material usage, batch tracking, and production scheduling.
IoT Integration: Monitor grow conditions (humidity, temperature, lighting) and automate alerts for anomalies.
Compliance & Traceability: Track every plant from seed to harvest with audit-ready records, ensuring Health Canada and state-level compliance.

Distribution & Logistics for Raw Materials & Finished Products

D365 enhances logistics and distribution with:

Warehouse & Transportation Management: Optimize inventory placement, automate picking/packing, and manage delivery routes.
Integrated Barcode Scanning: Ensure accurate tracking of cannabis products through every handoff.
Chain of Custody: Maintain secure, compliant transfer logs for every shipment, critical for regulated substances.

Dispensary Retail-POS & Inventory Management

D365 supports retail operations with:

D365 Commerce: Unified POS, e-commerce, and customer engagement tools tailored for dispensaries.
Real-Time Inventory: Sync stock levels across locations, preventing overselling and ensuring product availability.
Customer Insights: Leverage AI-driven analytics to personalize promotions, understand buying patterns, and build loyalty.