Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Lit Alerts Cannabis Market Data & Insights ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://litalerts.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Data Operations Specialist Job Description](https://litalerts.com/2026/08/12/data-operations-specialist-job-description/) - We’re seeking a Data Operations Specialist to join our team and manage the foundation of our catalog: our brand, retailer, and product data model. This role is central to improving the efficiency, quality, and accuracy of the core data entities that power our business. - [Part-Time Front-End React Developer Job Description](https://litalerts.com/2026/08/13/part-time-front-end-react-developer-job-description/) - We’re seeking a Part-Time Front-End React Developer to join our team and help elevate our responsive web application. In this role, you will take ownership of a backlog of 100+ UI/UX enhancements, executing straightforward front-end updates, component polishes, and usability fixes that will directly improve our user experience. - [Ohio Brand Power Rankings July 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/08/13/ohio-brand-power-rankings-july-2026/) - The July 2026 Brand Power Rankings illustrate how shifting consumer demand, new product drops, and strategic distribution moves are shaking up the Ohio cannabis landscape. - [Ohio Brand Power Rankings June 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/07/12/ohio-brand-power-rankings-june-2026/) - The June 2026 Brand Power Rankings track how consumer preferences, retail distribution, and product promotions are shaping the market. - [MSO Brands Continue Their Dominance in NJ](https://litalerts.com/2026/07/08/mso-brands-continue-their-dominance-in-nj/) - New Jersey’s adult-use cannabis market continues to evolve, but Multi-State Operators (MSOs) remain a dominant force. Recent analytics show that the top 10 MSO brands alone account for nearly 30% of all cannabis sales in the Garden State. - [The East Coast 8th Index - August 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/08/11/the-east-coast-8th-index-august-2026/) - August delivered a captivating chapter in regional market dynamics: New York and New Jersey continued their high-stakes game of price leapfrog, multiple states established fresh historical floors, and regional price averages stabilized even as individual markets shifted beneath the surface. - [The Challenger Brands of Illinois – July 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/07/20/the-challenger-brands-of-illinois-july-2026/) - Illinois consumers are increasingly seeking specific operational value—either ultra-potent infused options, clean aeroponic single-origin drops, or specialized strain-specific ingestibles. - [New York Brand Power Rankings with Cultivated Media – July 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/08/04/new-york-brand-power-rankings-with-cultivated-media-july-2026/) - After a chaotic June that saw widespread market churn and aggressive repositioning across New York’s dispensary shelves, the state’s adult-use cannabis landscape appears to have hit a moment of strategic breath-holding. - [New York Brand Power Rankings with Cultivated Media – June 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/07/06/new-york-brand-power-rankings-with-cultivated-media-june-2026/) - Comparing the newly released June 2026 data against May 2026 reveals a market undergoing massive structural changes. We are moving away from a period of quiet stability and entering an era of aggressive mid-tier churn, corporate portfolio adjustments, and high-impact cultural branding. - [The East Coast 8th Index - July 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/07/14/the-east-coast-8th-index-july-2026/) - As we cross into the second half of 2026, the data from July reveals a landscape defined by significant price compression, historic market lows, and fascinating micro-shifts in regional pricing tiers. - [The Challenger Brands of Massachusetts - June 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/06/16/the-challenger-brands-of-massachusetts-june-2026/) - In the Bay State, while Multi-State Operators (MSOs) still wield immense corporate clout, entrenched regional independent powerhouses, hyper-focused local craft operators, and asset-light multi-state licensing brands are rapidly scaling the charts. - [Inaugural Ohio Brand Power Rankings May 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/06/12/inaugural-ohio-brand-power-rankings-may-2026/) - In the first edition of the Ohio Brand Power Rankings. Ohio-native brands like Certified, Riviera Creek and Klutch are successfully defending their home turf against massive multi-state brands like GTI's Rythm. - [Are Infused Pre-Rolls in NJ Price-Proof?](https://litalerts.com/2026/07/28/are-infused-pre-rolls-in-nj-price-proof/) - While standard flower and raw pre-rolls continue to face market-wide price decay, infused pre-rolls are breaking the trend—holding their pricing power and expanding retail margins across key Eastern and Midwestern markets. - [The East Coast 8th Index - June 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/06/09/the-east-coast-8th-index-june-2026/) - Four out of the five tracked states established new historical lows this month, demonstrating that lower retail price points are becoming standard market policy rather than temporary fluctuations. - [Beyond the Boroughs: Mapping Brand Dominance Across Upstate New York](https://litalerts.com/2026/06/30/beyond-the-boroughs-mapping-brand-dominance-across-upstate-new-york/) - Following the overwhelming response to our NYC analysis, the team at Lit Alerts has expanded the lens. To give cultivators, brands, and retailers a complete macro-view of the market, we have analyzed estimated retail sales metrics across the vast and culturally distinct landscape of Upstate New York. - [NYC Borough Cannabis Brand Leaders](https://litalerts.com/2026/06/23/nyc-borough-cannabis-brand-leaders/) - The New York City adult-use cannabis market is no longer a nascent experiment. Consumers across the five boroughs have developed distinct brand loyalties, shaped by local dispensaries, commuting patterns, cultural nuances, and pricing tiers. - [The “Knowledge Gap” Holding Back Cannabis Concentrates](https://litalerts.com/2026/06/22/the-knowledge-gap-holding-back-cannabis-concentrates/) - Ahead of the 7/10 Concentrates Holiday, data from New York and New Jersey reveals consumers are curious about concentrates, but knowledge remains the biggest barrier to adoption; Offers guidance to dispensaries looking to tap this key audience. - [The Challenger Brands of Maryland - May 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/05/19/the-challenger-brands-of-maryland-may-2026/) - In Maryland, the vast majority of the brands aggressively climbing the charts—as well as the Top 10 mainstays they are chasing—are backed or owned by Multi-State Operators (MSOs). - [The East Coast 8th Index - May 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/05/12/the-east-coast-8th-index-may-2026/) - We continue to track the persistent downward trajectory for the price of an eighth across the East Coast. Every state in the index is significantly cheaper in May 2026 than it was in July 2025. - [New York Brand Power Rankings with Cultivated Media – May 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/06/02/new-york-brand-power-rankings-with-cultivated-media-may-2026/) - Compared to the turbulence and rapid shifts seen in early spring, the latest data reveals a stabilizing leaderboard, significant resistance to change among the market leaders, and a slow influx of new brand competitors that compete. - [Independent Retailers Continue to Shape New Jersey’s Cannabis Market](https://litalerts.com/2026/05/27/independent-retailers-continue-to-shape-new-jerseys-cannabis-market/) - Independent cannabis retail isn’t just surviving in New Jersey, it is reshaping what an east coast market can look like. Locally owned dispensaries are competing side by side in key regional markets by running leaner, reacting faster, and building customer loyalty. - [How Law Firms Can Turn Cannabis Data Into a Competitive Edge](https://litalerts.com/2026/04/19/how-law-firms-can-turn-cannabis-data-into-a-competitive-edge/) - Clients want counsel who understand the market: who's licensed where, which products are moving, where enforcement is tightening, and how a regulatory shift in one state will ripple into the next. Cannabis data and analytics tools have become a quiet but powerful way for attorney offices to deliver that level of insight without expanding headcount. - [What the Wyld + Grön Combination Means for Shelves in New York & New Jersey](https://litalerts.com/2026/01/12/what-the-wyld-gron-combination-means-for-shelves-in-new-york-new-jersey/) - The Wyld + Grön combination creates the unquestioned #1 edibles company in New York & New Jersey (and other markets across the country). This combination creates some staggering dominance in the edibles category where national brands like Wyld and Grön have had more success than their flower and pre-roll and vape counterparts in entering New York and New - [The Challenger Brands of New Jersey - Mar 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/03/18/the-challenger-brands-of-new-jersey-mar-2026/) - We refreshed the New Jersey challenger brands and t's clear that while independents and craft players still hold significant share, MSO brands continue to compete and are holding strong. - [Retail Brew Storm Prep Coverage Includes Lit Alerts Data](https://litalerts.com/2026/02/03/retail-brew-storm-prep-coverage-includes-lit-alerts-data/) - The Retail Brew team turned to Lit Alerts to provide data in the days leading up to the big snow storm. Check out the data that shows some states had their highest sales in a year. - [IgniteIt Storm Prep Coverage Includes Lit Alerts Data](https://litalerts.com/2026/02/07/igniteit-storm-prep-coverage-includes-lit-alerts-data/) - The IgniteIt team turned to Lit Alerts to provide data in the days leading up to the big snow storm. Check out the quotes from CEO Rick Bashkoff on how cannabis has become a consumer staple. - [Why Cannabis Businesses Need Data Software That Supports Sales Teams, Not Just Executives](https://litalerts.com/2024/12/12/why-cannabis-businesses-need-data-software-that-supports-sales-teams-not-just-executives/) - Dashboards full of high-level KPIs are useful for board meetings, but what about the people on the ground floor? The truth is, your sales team needs data just as much as the C-suite — maybe even more. - [How Cannabis Wholesalers Can Stay on Top of Stock Outs](https://litalerts.com/2024/10/06/how-cannabis-wholesalers-can-stay-on-top-of-stock-outs/) - In the fast-paced cannabis industry, where consumer demand can shift overnight and regulations vary by state, stockouts can be devastating. They don’t just mean missed sales—they also strain retailer relationships, damage brand reputation, and disrupt operations. For wholesalers, staying on top of stockouts isn’t just about keeping shelves full—it’s about mastering forecasting, communication, and agility. - [How Wholesale Reps Can Leverage Menu and Inventory Data for Sales Success](https://litalerts.com/2024/11/11/how-wholesale-reps-can-leverage-menu-and-inventory-data-for-sales-success/) - In today’s competitive marketplace, wholesale representatives must go beyond just making sales calls and checking in with their accounts. Success requires a data-driven approach, leveraging menu and inventory insights daily to ensure their products remain available, competitively priced, and prominently featured. By using menu and inventory data effectively, wholesale reps can refine their sales strategy, - [Lit Alerts API Access Is the Mosty Requested Feature in 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/04/07/lit-alerts-api-access-is-the-mosty-requested-feature-in-2026/) - Access to the Lit Alerts API has been the most requested ask from our customers in 2026. This is very exciting and validating for how we are planning to change our business over the next 12-18 months. - [New Jersey Average Revenue Per Location Analysis - Mar 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/03/25/new-jersey-average-revenue-per-location-analysis-mar-2026/) - We broke down average revenue per location in New Jersey ranked from the highest earners (Decile 1) to the lowest (Decile 10). Compared to New York, revenue in New Jersey is even more concentrated at the very top. The drop-off from Decile 1 to Decile 2 in NJ is a staggering 60.7%. - [New York Average Revenue Per Location Analysis - Feb 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/03/11/new-york-average-revenue-per-location-analysis-feb-2026/) - We recently did an analysis on the Average Revenue Per Location for cannabis retailers in New York, categorized by deciles. A decile represents a 10% slice of the total locations in the Lit Alerts dataset (~500), ranked from the highest earners (Decile 1) to the lowest (Decile 10). - [New York Brand Power Rankings with Cultivated Media - March 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/03/04/new-york-brand-power-rankings-with-cultivated-media-march-2026/) - Cultivated Media published the latest New York Brand Power Rankings, powered by Lit Alerts for March 2026. - [The Challenger Brands of New York - Feb 2026](https://litalerts.com/2026/02/19/the-challenger-brands-of-new-york-feb-2026/) - Back at it with Cultivated Media this week and by popular demand we're continuing The Challenger Brands series and updating New York's most recent brands to watch. - [The Launch of the New York Brand Power Rankings with Cultivated Media](https://litalerts.com/2026/02/05/the-launch-of-the-new-york-brand-power-rankings-with-cultivated-media/) - Earlier this week we launched the initial Brand Power Rankings in New York for February 2026 with the Cultivated Media team. - [Two Great Events to Kick off 2026 in New Jersey and New York](https://litalerts.com/2026/01/30/a-wonderful-evening-in-west-orange-with-the-new-jersey-cannabis-chamber-of-commerce/) - I was able to attend the Secure the Bag event hosted by New Jersey Cannabis Chamber of Commerce in West Orange and then was fortunate to attend the first Highrise event presented by Cultivated Media and Gotham. - [Highly Capitalized Network (HCN) Interview with Lit Alerts CEO Rick Bashkoff at MJBiz 2025](https://litalerts.com/2026/01/21/highly-capitalized-network-hcn-interview-with-lit-alerts-ceo-rick-bashkoff-at-mjbiz-2025/) - Appreciate Highly Capitalized Network-HCN for speaking with us at MJBiz. We had lots to talk about as we planned for 2026 and I'm happy to report that we're off to a great start. - [The launch of the East Coast 8th Index with Cultivated Media](https://litalerts.com/2026/02/12/the-launch-of-the-east-coast-8th-index-with-cultivated-media/) - We've launched “The East Coast 8th Index” in partnership with Cultivated Media. The purpose of this monthly edition is to provide the industry with a directional tool to measure where pricing is headed. - [Joint Sessions Podcast Ends Season 2 with Lit Alerts CEO Rick Bashkoff](https://litalerts.com/2025/09/08/joint-sessions-podcast-ends-season-2-with-lit-alerts-ceo-rick-bashkoff/) - In the season 2 finale, Herb and Rick discussed the importance of understanding market dynamics, product preferences, and the impact of the illicit market on licensed operators. - [New York City Will Soon Have More Cannabis Stores than New Jersey](https://litalerts.com/2026/01/26/new-york-city-will-soon-have-more-cannabis-stores-than-new-jersey/) - NYC is servicing a population of ~6.5M with nearly the same efficiency (3.58 stores per 100k) as New Jersey services its ~7.1M residents (4 stores per 100k). - [The National Edibles Brands Winning in NY & NJ](https://litalerts.com/2025/10/22/the-national-edibles-brands-winning-in-ny-nj/) - Three brands from the west coast stand out in these core east coast markets, Grön, Wyld and Camino. - [The Cost of An Eighth Is Dropping In NYC](https://litalerts.com/2025/10/28/cost-of-an-eighth-is-dropping-in-nyc/) - Price Compression has arrived in New York. Average menu price data for an eighth of cannabis flower in New York City is dropping across all five boroughs. - [How Many SKUs Do Stores Carry In New York?](https://litalerts.com/2025/11/18/how-many-skus-do-stores-carry-in-new-york/) - According to Lit Alerts most recent analysis this month, the median number of cannabis items on a cannabis retailer's menu is 245. Including accessories and apparel, that number moves up slightly to 257. - [How Many SKUs Do New York Retailers Carry In Each Category?](https://litalerts.com/2025/12/12/how-many-skus-do-new-york-retailers-carry-in-each-category/) - Lit Alerts broke down the median SKUs per store by category in New York. - [Rick Bashkoff, Lit Alerts CEO on Cultivated LIVE from Las Vegas Dec 5, 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/12/15/rick-bashkoff-lit-alerts-ceo-on-cultivated-live-from-las-vegas-dec-5-2025/) - Our CEO, Rick Bashkoff, joined Cultivated LIVE in Las Vegas along with Jay Rosenstein, Jeremy Burke, AnnaRae Grabstein and Marc Hauser. - [Highlighting New Jersey's Independant Retail Heavy Hitters - July 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/08/08/highlighting-new-jerseys-independant-retail-heavy-hitters-july-2025/) - A developing story in NJ - the New Jersey independent retail “heavy hitters” that have burst onto the scene and have held their spots in the top quartile of store performance by estimated monthly sales volume. - [Average Pricing for Common Flower Package Size in the Midwest - Q3 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/10/14/average-pricing-for-common-flower-package-size-in-the-midwest-q3-2025/) - Lit Alerts data shows significant variation in pricing across the mid western states for common flower package sizes. - [How Many SKUs Should a Retail Store Carry?](https://litalerts.com/2025/08/22/how-many-skus-should-a-retail-store-carry/) - The question comes up often during pre-open planning. Usually, it remains an ongoing discussion after the store opens and enters the endless phase of optimizing menu space. As you would expect, there is no single answer and much of the answer lies in the analysis of your local market. - [Leveraging the Right Partners for Growth in Cannabis with Lit Alerts and Vert](https://litalerts.com/2025/02/19/leveraging-the-right-partners-for-growth-in-cannabis-with-lit-alerts-and-vert/) - Partners are a type of service provider that enable you to grow revenue, customers and profit. See how Lit Alerts and Vert are your partners in cannabis. - [How Menu and Inventory Data Give Cannabis Brands an Edge](https://litalerts.com/2025/04/10/how-menu-and-inventory-data-give-cannabis-brands-an-edge/) - Cannabis brands that leverage menu and inventory data tools can gain a crucial edge over their competition by making informed decisions, optimizing their supply chain, and enhancing customer engagement. Here’s how these tools can help your brand stand out in a crowded market. - [Lit Alerts GM Rick Bashkoff on the Apartment 113 podcast](https://litalerts.com/2024/05/28/lit-alerts-gm-rick-bashkoff-apartment-113-podcast/) - Thank you Rob Sanchez for having our Gm Rick Bashkoff on the Apartment 113 podcast.Rick appreciated this chat because Rob is building software like we are at Lit Alerts so they were able discuss some of the nuances specific to building software like customer use cases, rigid prioritization, automation and ai.They also chat about what - [Winter Storm Fern Boosts Sales on the East Coast](https://litalerts.com/2026/01/29/winter-storm-fern-boosts-sales-on-the-east-coast/) - Cannabis consumers certainly had a "stock-up" mentality on the East Coast during the approach of Winter Storm Fern. - [High Stakes: The Numbers Behind New York & New Jersey w/ Rick Bashkoff, CEO of Lit Alerts](https://litalerts.com/2025/07/18/high-stakes-the-numbers-behind-new-york-new-jersey-w-rick-bashkoff-ceo-of-lit-alerts/) - A dive deep into East Coast cannabis markets with Rick Bashkoff, CEO of Lit Alerts, examining how data is reshaping operations in NY, NJ and beyond. - [Why Community Makes New York Cannabis Different](https://litalerts.com/2024/05/23/why-community-makes-new-york-cannabis-different/) - As New York turns another page in the story of the birth of the most influential cannabis market in the world, finding your community has become vital and has taken a central role. Why is New York primed to create multiple communities to support each other for success? How do you create a community? - [Median SKUs by Category in the East Coast Markets](https://litalerts.com/2026/01/19/median-skus-by-category-in-the-east-coast-markets/) - New year, new menus. Many retailers are taking time in January and February to refresh and rebalance their menus. As markets progress, how many SKUs a store should carry in each category is a frequently revisited topic. - [A Look Back At Green Wednesday 2024](https://litalerts.com/2025/11/24/a-look-back-at-green-wednesday-2024/) - In 2024 there were some interesting regional patterns for Green Wednesday. Even with discounts varying widely from 15-50% off, Green Wednesday once again delivered huge sales spikes for retailers across the country. - [Green Wednesday 2024 vs 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/12/02/green-wednesday-2024-vs-2025/) - As cannabis continues its annual run of increasing acceptance at the Thanksgiving dinner table, Green Wednesday has solidified itself as a reliable top sales day every year. Last week we looked at patterns from 2024, this week we're looking at what changed in 2025. - [How Many SKUs Do Stores Carry in NJ? (Dec 2025)](https://litalerts.com/2025/12/23/how-many-skus-do-stores-carry-in-nj-dec-2025/) - NJ now has over 250 stores open, about half of the stores in NY. So is there more shelf space per retailer? - [The Ohio Cannabis Challenger Brands - Aug 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/08/15/ohio-cannabis-challenger-brands-aug-2025/) - Happy one year anniversary of adult use sales in Ohio. These are the brands in each category that have shown staying power and upward trajectory in the spots just outside of the Top 10. - [Nearly Every MSO Has Bet On Adult Use in Pennsylvania](https://litalerts.com/2025/11/10/nearly-every-mso-has-bet-on-adult-use-in-pennsylvania/) - Already a multi-billion dollar medical market, MSOs and one particular PA-based operator have been positioning themselves for adult use. - [Revelry Buyers Club: This is New York Cannabis](https://litalerts.com/2025/05/15/revelry-buyers-club-this-is-new-york-cannabis/) - Hudson, hundreds of brands and retailers showed up to Revelry Buyers Club 05 by ON THE REVEL with smiles on their faces and business to close. Brands were taking orders from retailers at their booths. Relationships starting, taking shape or solidifying. - [New York Cannabis Challenger Brands - June 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/06/20/new-york-cannabis-challenger-brands-june-2025/) - Most of the time everyone is focused on the top 10 rankings for brands. But what about the brands that are on their way up but haven't yet broken the top 10? - [New Jersey Cannabis Challenger Brands - June 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/07/01/new-jersey-cannabis-challenger-brands-june-2025/) - As NY and NJ become more competitive, looking beyond the top 10 brands becomes more and more important for retailers looking to stand out and offer high quality and variety to their customers. - [Cannabis Brands and Retailers Need to Make Up With Software](https://litalerts.com/2025/07/15/cannabis-brands-and-retailers-need-to-make-up-with-software/) - Software is not the enemy. Your software should save you time, help you make smarter decisions and, most importantly, help you sell more weed. - [We Graded Our Customer Satisfaction Using Data](https://litalerts.com/2025/08/01/we-graded-our-customer-satisfaction-using-data/) - We want to be our customers' best partner. Something we promise our customers is fast, efficient support. Looking at the first 7 months this year here is how we're delivering on that promise. - [Celebrating After Revelry With One of Our Earliest Customers: FLAMER](https://litalerts.com/2025/10/09/celebrating-after-revelry-with-one-of-our-earliest-customers-flamer/) - Cheers to the customers who take a chance on you early on. FLAMER was customer number 3 in New York. - [MSO brands continue to hold strong in NJ.](https://litalerts.com/2025/09/15/mso-brands-continue-to-hold-strong-in-nj/) - The cannabis brands backed by the largest vertically integrated multi-state operators are holding their positions in the top 10, years after the New Jersey market launched. The top 10 brands account for more than 30% of the units sold in the state. - [The Missouri Cannabis Challenger Brands - Sep 2025](https://litalerts.com/2025/09/03/the-missouri-cannabis-challenger-brands-sep-2025/) - It was great to meet and spend time with folks of all sizes including the brands who are pushing up the charts. We call these the Challenger Brands and we highlighted these brands today in partnership with the Cultivated Media newsletter. - [How Many SKUs Do Stores Carry In and Near Ohio?](https://litalerts.com/2025/10/07/how-many-skus-do-stores-carry-in-and-near-ohio/) - Pre-rolls are coming for the vape category in Ohio. Vapes have enjoyed the lone convenience form factor and that's about to change. - [The Dime Podcast featuring Lit Alerts: Why Cannabis Needs Unique Software Solutions](https://litalerts.com/2024/03/04/why-cannabis-needs-unique-software-solutions/) - Join Bryan , Kellan Finney and Rick Bashkoff for a discussion about the critical role of accurate data, building software solutions for the cannabis sector and the readiness of the cannabis industry for AI. - [High Finance with Peter Su Featuring Lit Alerts](https://litalerts.com/2024/03/23/high-finance-with-peter-su-featuring-lit-alerts/) - Join Peter Su and Rick Bashkoff for a quick discussion about Rick's entrance into the cannabis business and all of the progress Lit Alerts has made in its short existence. - [How Marketing Professionals Can Leverage Menu Data and Insight Tools for Brand Consistency](https://litalerts.com/2025/02/25/how-marketing-professionals-can-leverage-menu-data-and-insight-tools-for-brand-consistency/) - Your team is spending significant dollars and human energy building a brand. Ensuring brand consistency where customers shop is crucial. - [Lit Alerts CEO Rick Bashkoff on the High Function Podcast](https://litalerts.com/2025/02/18/lit-alerts-ceo-rick-bashkoff-on-the-high-function-podcast/) - Rick Bashkoff, the CEO of Lit Alerts discusses the power of data for cannabis operators in this episode of the High Functioning Podcast. - [How Lit Alerts Makes Retail Inventory Management Effortless](https://litalerts.com/2025/02/06/how-lit-alerts-makes-retail-inventory-management-effortless/) - Managing cannabis retail inventory is no easy task. With fluctuating trends, evolving consumer preferences, and the constant need to stock the right products, inventory managers must stay ahead of the game. - [5 Essential Steps Before Opening a Cannabis Retail Store in New York](https://litalerts.com/2025/02/12/5-essential-steps-before-opening-a-cannabis-retail-store-in-new-york/) - Opening a successful dispensary requires meticulous planning, compliance with regulations, and a strong understanding of market dynamics. Here are five crucial steps cannabis operators should take before opening a retail store. - [Navigating Success: 10 Essential Strategies for Cannabis Wholesalers, Including Cutting-Edge Technology](https://litalerts.com/2023/12/02/navigating-success-10-essential-strategies-for-cannabis-wholesalers-including-cutting-edge-technology/) - In the ever-evolving landscape of the cannabis industry, success for wholesalers requires a delicate blend of industry knowledge, strategic planning, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies. As the market matures, staying ahead of the curve becomes crucial for sustained growth and profitability. Here are ten key strategies, with a particular focus on the use of - [Unlocking Growth: The Crucial Role of Menu Data and Insights for Cannabis Wholesalers and Brands](https://litalerts.com/2023/12/15/unlocking-growth-the-crucial-role-of-menu-data-and-insights-for-cannabis-wholesalers-and-brands/) - In the dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape of the cannabis industry, success hinges not only on the quality of products but also on the ability to adapt to changing consumer preferences. In this competitive market, cannabis wholesalers and brands are increasingly recognizing the importance of menu data and insights as powerful tools that can drive - [A Guide to Starting a Cannabis Wholesale Business](https://litalerts.com/2024/01/10/a-guide-to-starting-a-cannabis-wholesale-business/) - The cannabis industry continues to expand, presenting numerous opportunities for entrepreneurs interested in the wholesale sector. As the demand for cannabis products rises, starting a wholesale business can be a lucrative venture. However, entering this market requires thorough planning and understanding. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to initiate your cannabis wholesale business: 1. In-depth - [How It Started: Problem Solving with Nathan Girard, Co-Founder of Bloom Brothers, CannaVersions & Lit Alerts](https://litalerts.com/2024/02/14/how-it-started-problem-solving-with-nathan-girard-co-founder-of-bloom-brothers-cannaversions-lit-alerts/) - Budsfeed “How It Started” interview series featuring Nathan Girard, Co-Founder of Bloom Brothers, a family owned and operated recreational cannabis dispensary in Massachusetts, CannaVersions, a tool to drive revenue and enhance customer retention, and Lit Alerts, a market intel tool for cannabis brands, wholesalers and retailers. - [Lit Alerts and Apex Trading Announce Partnership](https://litalerts.com/2024/09/17/lit-alerts-and-apex-trading-announce-partnership/) - Lit Alerts and Apex Trading Partner for First of its Kind Menu Insights and Wholesale Ordering Optimization Today, we are excited to announce an industry redefining partnership between Apex Trading and Lit Alerts. For the first time, users of Apex Trading’s advanced ordering platform will be able to utilize Lit Alerts insights, such as low - [Talking Joints Memo with Nathan Girard - Co-Founder of Lit Alerts](https://litalerts.com/2024/06/25/talking-joints-memo-with-nathan-girard-co-founder-of-lit-alerts/) - Co-founder Nate Girard explains that Lit Alerts has value for almost every team at a brand, wholesaler, manufacturer, distributor or retailer. Identifying the data that these different groups desire is what drives product development at Lit Alerts. Our system is problem-solution oriented and we plan to maintain that focus. - [Announcing: Lit Alerts Customer Referral Program](https://litalerts.com/2024/01/22/announcing-lit-alerts-customer-referral-program/) - We’re all hyped up about the positive reviews and constructive feedback we’re receiving on the Lit Alerts product. The excitement around what we’re building and how we’re building it is palpable. It’s time to show our appreciation beyond simple “thank yous”.We’re announcing our first referral program for our customers! For each customer referred who signs ## Pages - [Lit Alerts — Market Data for Cannabis Operators](https://litalerts.com/) - Now live in 18 state markets. Stop Guessing.Start Selling. Lit Alerts monitors dispensary menus across 18 state markets and updates the data throughout the day. So your team knows what matters - like stock levels, pricing intel, top brands and skus - and spends its time selling cannabis instead of researching it. Start 30-day free - [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](https://litalerts.com/faq/) - — FAQ The Most Frequently Asked Questions What is Lit Alerts? Lit Alerts is a market data tool that crawls publicly available menu data multiple times per day during business hours and aggregates that data in one, easy-to-use spot. We give you a directional picture of the important events happening in your market, like low - [About Lit Alerts Corporation](https://litalerts.com/about/) - We provide simple, automated and cost effective software for cannabis operators. Made by a cannabis operator, for cannabis operators. - [For Retailers](https://litalerts.com/retailers/) - Now live in 18 state markets. Out-buy the store down the street. Lit Alerts watches competitors menus, their prices, what's selling and what just landed so your buyers make the right call before the brand rep walks in. Start 30-day free trial → Book a 30-min demo Trusted by brands like Ayrloom, Illicit, and Good - [Customer Testimonials](https://litalerts.com/testimonials/) - — Customers The teams running circles around the rest of the market. Lit Alerts is used by sales, marketing, inventory, and ops teams at brands, manufacturers, distributors, and dispensaries across 18 state markets. Here’s what they say in their own words. DATA DRIVEN CANNABIS COMPANIES RUN ON LIT ALERTS BRAND “We have been with Lit - [Terms of Service](https://litalerts.com/terms/) - Terms of ServiceLast Update: January 1, 2024 Lit Alerts Corporation Terms of ServiceLit Alerts Corporation and its Affiliates offers a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) data tool at litalerts.com and associated websites, portals, applications and widgets, including widgets embedded on sites owned by others (collectively, the “Site”) that crawls publicly available ecommerce websites to collect data.Lit Alerts provides a - [For Brands](https://litalerts.com/brands/) - For brands & wholesalers Every shelf you're on.Every shelf you should be on. Lit Alerts gives your sales team a daily map of the majority of dispensaries in your state — what they're carrying, what they're low on, and where your brand stands against the competition. Start 30-day free trial → Book a 30-min demo Trusted - [Payment Authorization](https://litalerts.com/payment-auth/) - Payment Authorization Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Customer DetailsCompanyWhich Lit Alerts customer account are you authorizing payment for?Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone Number *Payment Type *CardBank AccountCARD INFORMATIONCard Type *VisaMastercardAMEXDiscoverCardholder *Name on cardCard Number *Exp Date (Month)010203040506070809101112Exp Date (Year)20262027202820292030203120322033CVV *Billing Address *Address Line 1Address - [Wholesalers Sell More Cannabis Using Data](https://litalerts.com/wholesale-old/) - Wholesalers sell more cannabis​ using data. Grow existing accounts, find new accounts and receive low quantity and out of stock alerts. - [Cannabis Retailers Use Data To Beat Their Competition](https://litalerts.com/retail-old/) - Cannabis retailers use data to beat their competition. Keep an eye on your local competition, research top brands, products and categories in your market. - [Book a Demo](https://litalerts.com/book-demo/) - [SpringBig Signup](https://litalerts.com/springbig-signup/) - Actionable Cannabis Market Data & Insights Welcome SpringBig Customers! The Cannabis Operator's Data Tool Automated inventory & out-of-stock alertsReal-time estimated sales & sell-through velocityCompetitive pricing & price-trend trackingNew-market and product-launch analysisFresh daily data updates FREE TRIAL SIGN UP Need a demo? No problem. Book a demo here. Cannabis Operators Use Lit Alerts to Stay Ahead - [Nabis Referral Page](https://litalerts.com/signup-nabis/) - Actionable Cannabis Market Data & Insights NABIS CUSTOMERS SPECIAL OFFER! Nabis customers who sign up during the 30 day free trial receive 20% off the monthly fee for the first year. The Cannabis Operator's Data Tool Automated inventory & out-of-stock alertsReal-time estimated sales & sell-through velocityCompetitive pricing & price-trend trackingNew-market and product-launch analysisFresh daily data updates SIGN - [Cultivated Media Referrals](https://litalerts.com/signup-cultivated-media/) - Actionable Cannabis Market Data & Insights Welcome Cultivated Media Subscribers! Cultivated Media subcribers who sign up during the 30 day free trial receive 20% off the monthly fee for the first year. The Cannabis Operator's Data Tool Automated inventory & out-of-stock alertsReal-time estimated sales & sell-through velocityCompetitive pricing & price-trend trackingNew-market and product-launch analysisFresh daily data updates SIGN - [APEX Trading Referrals Page](https://litalerts.com/signup-apex/) - Wholesalers Make Better Decisions Using Market Data Welcome APEX Trading Customers! Try either service free for 30 days Lit Alerts Subscription Full access to the data set and data tools $ 400 Per Month Retail Stock Insights in APEX powered by Lit Alerts Analyze Any Brand or Retailer Location Unlimited Categories & Exports Unlimited User - [Video Demos](https://litalerts.com/video-demo/) - Video Demos We know you're busy ... so here's a video demo you can watch on your own time. Video Chapters 00:00-01:21 – Introduction to Lit Alerts01:22-03:05 – Overview03:06-06:26 – Analytics Screen06:27-07:26 – Locations Screen07:27-09:09 – Menu Listings Screen09:10-10:45 – Activity Feed Screen10:46-12:41 – Brands Watchlists12:41-13:37 – Brands Watchlists Alerts (Morning Emails)13:38-14:57 – Retailers Watchlists14:58-15:50 - [Contact Us](https://litalerts.com/contact/) - Hit us up! Got a question for us? Want to connect with us to discuss a partnership? Maybe a brilliant idea for our product? We’d love to hear from you!Looking forward to hearing from you (unless you’re a spam bot—in that case, bug off). 🚀Drop us an email at support@litalerts.com or click the button below. - [Free Trial Sign Up](https://litalerts.com/signup/) - Sign up for your 30 day free trial today! Set up your entire team and get the full effect of the software. 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