Closing Out 2025 & How Cannabis Operators Can Prepare for a Compliant 2026

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Episode Information
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🎙In the final episode of 2025, host Jenny Germano of 'Under the Microscope with Jenny' addresses preparation for a compliant 2026 for cannabis operators. Drawing from her extensive background, Jenny offers action steps on record-keeping standards, navigating the rescheduling processes, preparing for potential state and federal regulatory changes, and improving overall compliance best practices. She emphasizes the importance of meticulous business records management, staff training refreshers, understanding the evolving regulations, and being proactive with federal standards such as OSHA, QMS and ISO 9001. Additionally, she discusses the potential impacts of cannabis rescheduling and the essential steps operators can take to stay updated, diligent and ready. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help cannabis businesses maintain compliance and readiness for a successful new year.

🌿Our Host: Jenny Germano, Founder of ICS Consulting
🌎 ICS Consulting: https://www.icsconsultingservice.com

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

01:12 Preparing for Year-End and 2026
03:33 Record Keeping Essentials
12:59 Rule Changes and Compliance
16:28 Operational Reset for 2026
30:42 Cannabis Rescheduling Insights
49:13 Wrap Up & Future Plans

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