TCG Newsletter: Issue 3-11
Leading Articles:
* New York Cannabis Regulations
* Future of Hemp in Europe
* Central location for your Cannabis Connections
Community Lead Development to Drive Business
Knowledge is key and providing online content in todays connected world can prove to be a driving force behind your business. As business owners, you know that growing your small business can be a challenge, however, sharing content online can not only drive traffic to your site, but allow you to engage with potential customers by creating a buzz around your brand, and exposing you as a thought leader in the community. Harry Brelsford of the CannaTech Group sits down with John Bachanov of Appspensary to chat about how you can take advantage of your knowledge to generate buzz and potential customers.
Leveraging your data using predictive power of AI
With the promise of increased productivity, reduced operating cost, and growing your business many business owners are looking at leveraging their data using artificial intelligence (AI) and predictive analytics. With its ability to assist with smart-ordering, marketing automation, inventory management, ability to better serve customers, and reduced employee churn, AI has proven that it can help drive profitability for your business. Harry Brelsford of the CannaTech Group sits down with Cathy McCorquodale of MaryJane Menu (a woman-owned tech company developed specifically to help cannabis businesses streamline operations and improve sales) to discuss the importance of your data, and how you can use it to take your business to the next level.
TCG Newsletter: Issue 3-10
Leading Articles:
* State of Economy with Respect to Cannabis
* Importance of Business Evaluations
* Why dispensaries fail
Swing in the Cannabis Industry
It has been an interesting year for the cannabis industry. With many new states coming on board, the vast increase in cost of products, and a recession looming, we have heard that cannabis is an essential industry. Although the cannabis industry may be essential it is not recession or inflation proof, maybe resistant, but not proof. With many people trying to juggle groceries, gas, and other essential bills we have seen a shift in the products that are being sold. Harry Brelsford of the CannaTech Group sits down with Steve Gutterman of Falcon Brands to chat about the swing in the industry and what he has seen.
Election predictions for the cannabis sector
Cannabis legalization goes up for a vote on November 8th for 5 states. Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, and North Dakota citizens will vote on the legalization and sale for adult use, while South Dakota asks whether possession of cannabis should be legal for adults but wouldn’t establish retail sales. If these measures pass it would mean nearly half of Americans would live in states with legalized cannabis for adult use. Harry Brelsford of the CannaTech Group sits down with Paul Seaborn to chat about election predictions for the cannabis sector.
Focusing on Cyber Security
Even if you’re organization is on a large email platform like Google or Office 365, you need to consider additional security as these platforms like many have become targets. Harry Brelsford of The CannaTech Group sits down with Dan Foote of DanTech Services, Inc. to chat about the importance of Cyber Security and some new products you should investigate.
Wireless Networks at the Grow Level
Wireless Networks at the Grow Level
The cannabis industry is a huge industry with an estimated global value of 27.7 billion USD and growing daily. With the industry expanding into other industries many cannabis businesses are turning to technology to help drive growth, increase safety and security, as well as streamline processes to increase productivity. Although, many cannabis businesses are turning to technology some are struggling with availability due to location. Many farmers who want to use harvesting technologies are struggling to access Wi-Fi allowing them to use the technologies available. Harry Brelsford of the CannaTech Group sits down with Alex Wilson of Collabsion, Inc. to discuss Wi-Fi networking in remote locations.
Emerging Cannabis Technologies
With the cannabis industry always changing and many thinking ahead to the future the cannabis industry is powering outside-the-box innovation. From digital dispensary menus to payment apps, and more the power of technology in the cannabis industry is endless. Harry Brelsford of The CannaTech Group sits down with Gary Strahle a developer at Cannabis Cloud to discuss what he is working on and the power of technology in the cannabis industry.
Future of Hemp in Europe
European hemp cultivation has substantially increased over the last several years and is anticipated to continue to grow with their opened minded government. With conferences expanding, the government looking into economic benefits with hemp and medical cannabis, and Joe Biden kicking out 6700 convictions, the European government is seeking more information on Hemp and medical cannabis. With stigmas being broken down, and an opened minded government MSPs are poised to assist in this rapidly growing market. Harry Brelsford of The CannaTech Groups sits down with Eric Boone of Meristematix to chat about the Future of Hemp in Europe.
