PEDDLER DISTRIBUTION

Connecting cannabis producers and pharmacies for seamless access to medicine.

CHALLENGE

Existing medicinal cannabis distribution networks in Australia were inefficient.

A need for more accessible distribution of medicinal cannabis.

Current processes were overly complex.

The supply chain involved too many intermediaries.

SOLUTION

Custom designed Shopify marketplace.

Seamless transactions between producers and pharmacies.

Optimised logistics within the medicinal cannabis distribution process.

Extensive product catalog, real-time stock availability & streamlined ordering.

END PRODUCT

Integrated Shopify, Xero, Shippit, & CartonCloud.

Transformed Australian medicinal cannabis distribution & improved patient access to vital medications.

Simplified pharmacy product sourcing & helped producers reach the market.

Optimised logistics & ensured compliance.

THE CHALLENGE

Peddler Distribution recognised a critical gap in the Australian medicinal cannabis market: the need for a more efficient and accessible distribution network. Existing processes were often complex, involving numerous intermediaries and significant logistical challenges, hindering the smooth flow of products from producers to pharmacies. To address this, Peddler aimed to create a streamlined platform with three core objectives: to simplify market entry for producers by providing international cannabis companies with the necessary support for product registration, market entry, and distribution; to empower pharmacies by offering a single, easy-to-use platform to source a wide range of medicinal cannabis products from various producers; and to ensure efficient logistics by optimising the storage, shipping, and delivery of medicinal cannabis products to pharmacies.

THE SOLUTION

To address the challenges in the medicinal cannabis distribution network, Hitori partnered with Peddler Distribution to design and develop a custom Shopify-based marketplace, revolutionising the process and connecting cannabis producers and pharmacies to facilitate seamless transactions and efficient logistics. This platform offers a comprehensive suite of features tailored to both producers and pharmacies. For producers, the platform provides simplified onboarding with a user-friendly registration system, efficient product and inventory management tools, and centralised distribution through Peddler’s licensed pharmaceutical warehouse. Pharmacies benefit from easy account access, an extensive product catalog from various brands with advanced search and filtering, real-time stock information, and a streamlined ordering process. To deliver a robust and efficient platform, Hitori integrated key services, including Shopify as the core e-commerce platform, Xero for streamlined invoicing and payment processing, Shippit for efficient shipping management, CartonCloud for advanced warehouse management, and Stripe/PayPal to facilitate optional online payments from pharmacies.

THE END PRODUCT

The Peddler Distribution marketplace has fundamentally transformed the distribution of medicinal cannabis products in Australia. By creating a streamlined and efficient platform that directly connects producers and pharmacies, the solution has simplified the sourcing and ordering process for pharmacies, allowing them to access a wide range of suppliers with ease. Producers now have a seamless pathway to bring their products to market, while the platform optimises logistics, reduces supply chain complexities, and ensures adherence to regulatory compliance and secure transactions. As a result, Peddler Distribution has become a key player in the Australian medicinal cannabis market, providing an essential service that benefits producers, pharmacies, and ultimately improves patient access to vital medications.

KEY FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY

FOR PRODUCERS

  • Simplified Onboarding: A user-friendly registration system allows cannabis companies to create accounts and initiate the approval process.
  • Product and Inventory Management: Producers can easily log in to manage their product listings, update stock quantities, and provide detailed product information, including images, descriptions, and categories.
  • Centralised Distribution: Producers can efficiently manage their product distribution through Peddler’s licensed pharmaceutical warehouse.

FOR PHARMACIES

  • Easy Account Access: Pharmacies can quickly register and gain access to the platform to browse and order products.
  • Extensive Product Catalog: A comprehensive catalog features products from various medicinal cannabis brands, with advanced search and filtering options to quickly find specific products (e.g., by category).
  • Real-time Information: Pharmacies can view real-time stock availability and place orders directly through the platform.
  • Streamlined Ordering: A simple and efficient order placement process ensures a smooth experience for pharmacies.

TECH STACK

  • Platform: Custom Shopify Development
  • Backend: (Shopify’s infrastructure)
  • Frontend: Custom Shopify theme
  • Integrations: Xero, Shippit, CartonCloud, Stripe/PayPal

KEY INTERGRATIONS

To deliver a robust and efficient platform, Hitori integrated the following key services:

  • Shopify: The core e-commerce platform, customised to meet the specific needs of the medicinal cannabis distribution marketplace.
  • Xero: Integration for invoicing and payment processing, streamlining financial transactions.
  • Shippit: Integration for efficient shipping management, enabling seamless order delivery to pharmacies.
  • CartonCloud: Integration for advanced warehouse management, optimizing inventory control and logistics.
  • Stripe/PayPal: Optional integration to facilitate online payments from pharmacies.

PEDDLER PRODUCERS

Client: Peddler Distribution