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The Constraint Conundrum: How to Turn Obstacles into Opportunities in R&D

Post 6. The Constraint Conundrum: How to Turn Obstacles into Opportunities in R&D R&D projects are inherently fraught with challenges, from limited resources to evolving market demands. This post explores the intricate relationship between constraints and uncertainty, providing practical strategies to overcome these obstacles and drive innovation. By understanding how constraints can both hinder and […]

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Using TRIZ to Identify Technological Uncertainty: A Strategic Approach to R&D

In the world of R&D, identifying the right technological uncertainty to focus on can be the difference between success and stagnation. One powerful tool that can help you pinpoint these uncertainties is TRIZ, the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving. Originally developed to systematize innovation, TRIZ offers a structured approach to problem-solving that can also be

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How big are the potential risks associated with mislabeling cannabis potency?

Cannabis flowers are agricultural products that inherently exhibit variability in potency. As a result, Health Canada allows for a 15% tolerance range for licensed producers (LPs), who are expected to label their products according to the average tested value of representative samples. To better understand the likelihood of Health Canada discovering any nonconformances resulting from

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Microbial Load in the Cannabis Industry: Understanding the Right Indicator

In the cannabis industry, regulations focus on live microbial counts to ensure safety. However, dead microbes can also be harmful, as some produce moldy flavors even after their death. To provide a better quality index for consumers, Robust Solutions Pro has introduced the concept of “accumulative microbial load” – the total amount of live and

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Do Consumers Feel Higher with Higher Potency Cannabis Inhaling Products?

Do consumers feel higher and faster with higher potency cannabis inhaling products? The potency of cannabis products is a hot topic among consumers, with many believing that higher-potency products result in a stronger and faster high. However, the relationship between potency and the subjective experience of being high is more complex than many realize. When

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Why can large growing rooms not grow flowers as well as their small counterparts?

Large growing rooms often struggle to produce flowers as well as their smaller counterparts due to challenges related to maintaining consistent temperature and moisture levels throughout the space. Traditional HVAC systems are often insufficient to address these challenges, as they typically focus on maintaining an average temperature and moisture level across the growing room. However,

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How to make your pre-rolls and pre-milled flowers better than the rest?

If you do not own a cultivar, you cannot differentiate your cannabis flower products by that cultivar. Even if you own an excellent cultivar, you can only differentiate your flower products during the commercial life of that cultivar, generally one year. It is very SAD. Then, what can you do to differentiate your non-infused pre-rolls

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Compare common cone-type and straight-type pre-rolls 

Cone-type vs. straight-type pre-rolls As the pre-roll market continues to experience a surge in demand, it has attracted an influx of producers looking to capitalize on this trend. To set themselves apart from the competition, producers must carefully consider their production methods and how they impact the overall smoking experience. Two of the most popular

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