BLAZE ECOM | Scan to Shop

Scan to Shop

Self-Guided Shopping for Cannabis Retail

BLAZE ECOM™ Scan to Shop is redefining how walk-in customers engage with dispensary staff and products. Customers can take control of their own shopping experience in a pressure-free environment using their mobile devices. In-store shoppers simply scan product QR codes using their phone camera to learn about the products, add to cart, and checkout independently.

BLAZE® Powers Hall of Flowers Mobile App

See how the Hall of Flowers mobile app used the BLAZE ECOM™ Scan to Shop in-store shopping experience to streamline sample sales and reduce wait times at the on-site dispensary.

How it Works

New Customers

Step 1: Scan Products with Camera or App to Shop

Step 2: Create an Account

Step 3: Link Preferred Bank Account to Pre-pay at Checkout

Step 4: Pickup Express Order

Returning Customers

Step 1: Scan Products with Camera or App to Shop

Step 2: Pre-pay at Checkout with Preferred Bank

Step 3: Pickup Express Order

Easy Implementation and Activation

BLAZE ECOM™ Scan to Shop is easy to implement and activate. This innovative solution is ideal for experiential store layouts but also works well for hybrid models. Customers can use the web flow or the dispensary mobile app to start scanning product QR codes.

Create a Unique Shopping Experience

The BLAZE ECOM Scan to Shop leaves a lasting impression on customers who enjoy the freedom of shopping at their own pace. They can access the same product information available to budtenders allowing them to discover new products, add them to their cart, and check out when they are ready.

Offer Express Pickup

Give your loyal customers a quick and easy way to build their own cart, checkout, pay, and pick up their orders without ever standing in line. Offering express pick-up is a great way to reduce wait times and service customers who want to get in and out without sitting in line.

Reduce Labor Costs

Save on your labor expenses with a smaller staff footprint on the sales floor. Scan to Shop makes it easy to serve more customers faster with less involvement from sales associates. Employees can be reallocated to assist with fulfillment or guide first time customers. Scan to Shop is designed to make customer interaction more effective and efficient.

Increase Average Basket Size

Boost your bottom line by incentivizing customers to link their preferred bank account with BLAZE ECOM. Provide shoppers the freedom to purchase products without the limitation of cash in their pocket. Increases the average order value by 30-35% simply by integrating with BLAZEPAY® ACH.

Seamless Shopping Ecosystem

Create a frictionless shopping experience whether customers use the mobile app or your website for Scan to Shop. Customers will have the same login, payment method, order history, and integration no matter what method they use.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the BLAZE ECOM™ Scan to Shop in-store shopping experience cost?

There is a small, flat, monthly fee for the BLAZE ECOM™ Scan to Shop in-store shopping experience add-on. Contact us for more details.

Do I need a mobile app to use BLAZE ECOM™ Scan to Shop?

No. You do not need to have a mobile app to use the Scan to Shop in-store shopping experience but it is recommended for the most seamless shopping experience for customers. The web version provides a similar experience.

How do customers pay for their order with BLAZE ECOM™ Scan to Shop?

Customers can pay for their order by connecting their preferred bank account using the BLAZEPAY ACH integration. Once connected, this will become the default payment method for faster checkout. Alternatively, customers can pay with their debit card or cash upon pickup. The payment types can be configured to suit your business objectives.

How do customers know when their order is ready for pickup?

Customers using a mobile app, receive a push notification when their order is ready. Customers using the web version will receive an email notification when their order is ready. We recommend that you also have an offline SOP to notify customers who are waiting in-store for express pickup.

How do I get QR Codes for all of my products?

Retail staff can generate QR codes for products in the BLAZE ECOM™ mission control under products. Select a product, click see QR code, and click download. That’s it!