Cannabis Security Beyond Compliance
Security systems such as cameras, electronic access control, and alarms are tools. Tools are not solutions; they are tools. A strong security management program based upon experience, best practices, and standards must be developed and implemented.
2:15 PM - 3:00 PMWed
Cannabis Business
Speakers
Tim Sutton
Senior Consultant
Guidepost Solutions, LLC
Licensure to operate as a cannabis organization in New Jerseyrequires the development and submission of a security plan with specific details about all things required by the state. A security plan utilizing the minimum technology and operational procedures as required for compliance with the regulations should not be mistaken as a security plan designed to protect the people and property within your facility. No single state’s security requirements meet the physical protection standards utilized by every other type of business. Most states’ requirements include antiquated and misunderstood elements for security compliance or fail to address many areas entirely. Attendees of this session will learn the differences between security plans for compliance and security plans that will mitigate against the risks the industry faces. A quality security program is comprised of a security management pl, security operations plan, and a security technology plan. Too often security technology is all that is considered. Security systems such as cameras, electronic access control, and alarms are tools. Tools are not solutions; they are tools. A strong security management program based upon experience, best practices, and standards must be developed and implemented. Combined with the security systems as tools, the security management program will lead to a security solution supporting the operations of a quality cannabis business.