As cannabis breaks into the mainstream, Visual Capitalist's Iman Ghosh points out that the complex web of regulations surrounding the plant may well be what compels the industry to think outside the box.

Today's infographic from Valens GroWorks highlights some of the most anticipated areas of technology-based disruption in "cannabiz" – the business behind cannabis.

POTENTIAL INDUSTRY GAME-CHANGERS

As the cannabis industry grows, the business behind it must grow as well – and to get an edge, industry players are investing in new technologies and innovative practices that could be industry game-changers.

Here are some of the most disruptive moves happening that could shape the future of cannabis:

AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY

As consumers become more discerning, they've come to demand premium quality cannabis. That's why many indoor growers are exploring various means to improve the productivity of cannabis plants.