Built for cannabis retailers, operators, and financial decision-makers

Stop buying inventory on instinct. Start buying with financial confidence.

Z Ratings turns complex brand and SKU performance data into clear ratings, product recommendations, inventory budgets, and liquidation guidance so you can protect cash flow and make smarter purchasing decisions.

Brand RatingsSimple scoring that cuts through noisy financial data
SKU Risk AnalysisSee what to back, what to limit, and what to avoid
Cash RecoveryMove aging inventory faster with discount analysis
Sample brand intelligence snapshot
Crescent Peak Labs
A- Risk Rating
Recommended weekly inventory credit $18,500
Priority action Expand selected SKUs
Financial strength84
Sell-through velocity68
Discount dependency55
Dead stock risk31
Core Value

Four ways Z Ratings helps you reduce inventory risk and protect margin

Z Ratings transforms complicated performance data into straightforward decisions your team can act on quickly and confidently.

Ratings

Complex financial measures rolled into one clear rating, so decision-makers can understand brand risk faster.

Product Recommendations

Know which products to prioritize, which to limit, and which to stay away from before inventory turns into a liability.

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Budgeting

Set purchasing budgets and inventory acquisition limits that keep buying disciplined and cash flow healthier.

Liquidation

Get discount analysis and liquidation guidance that helps convert slow-moving inventory into cash faster.

How It Works

A clearer decision path from brand review to smarter purchase orders

The process is built to feel simple, practical, and immediately useful to owners, buyers, and financial teams.

1

Analyze brands and SKUs

Evaluate each brand in your store and assess individual SKU risk so you can see where exposure is building.

2

Set buying limits

Use inventory credit allowances and suggested budgets to keep new orders aligned with actual financial risk.

3

Recover cash faster

Apply discount and liquidation insights to aging inventory so you can improve turns and free capital for stronger products.

Why Buyers Care

Designed for teams that need better answers before they place the next order

Dispensary owners

Protect capital, tighten inventory decisions, and reduce exposure to weak brands or overstocked categories.

Purchasing managers

Make ordering decisions with defensible data instead of fragmented spreadsheets, rep claims, or gut feel.

Financial leaders

Bring discipline to working capital allocation and improve visibility into inventory risk across the store.

Packages

Choose the level of intelligence and analyst support that fits your operation

Each package is designed to make buying decisions clearer, faster, and more defensible.

Bronze

For stores that want core risk visibility and inventory discipline.
Core Platform
  • Brand ratings for your store
  • SKU risk assessment
  • Inventory credit allowance
  • Discount analysis for aging stock
Get Bronze Details

Silver

For teams that want stronger market context and competitor visibility.
Expanded Intelligence
  • Everything in Bronze
  • Industry insights before decisions
  • Competitor analysis
  • Broader decision support
Get Silver Details

Brand Analysis

For evaluating a brand before you bring it into the store.
One-Off Review
  • Z Ratings brand assessment
  • Product focus and avoidance guidance
  • Suggested budget for your first PO
  • Ideal for one-off pre-buy decisions
Request Analysis
Testimonials

What operators say after using the platform

These are the kinds of outcomes that matter most: clarity, speed, confidence, and better inventory decisions.

“ZR Analytics has completely transformed how we make decisions across our stores. Before implementing the platform, we were relying on gut instinct and scattered reports. Now, we have clear, data-driven insights into product performance, pricing, and inventory optimization all in one place. What really stood out to us is that we get enterprise-level analytics without worrying about customer data privacy or compliance risks. The platform is intuitive, powerful, and has already helped us improve margins and reduce underperforming inventory. It’s become an essential part of our operation.”

Richard Talbot
RELEAF

“As a high-volume store with thousands of SKUs, it’s always been a challenge to figure out where to focus and how to allocate our budget effectively. Before ZR Analytics, we tried several other platforms, but they all had the same problem—too much noise. There were endless dashboards, excessive metrics, and a lot of information that was hard to understand, which made led us to be overwhelmed. ZR Analytics changed that completely. It distills everything down into clear, meaningful insights and actually tells us what to do—what to keep, what to cut, and where to invest. It’s streamlined, practical, and has brought real clarity to our operations.”

Keren M.
Goat Global

“ZR Analytics gave us something we didn’t even realize we were missing, clarity and confidence. We used to spend hours digging through reports trying to understand performance, and even then, we weren’t always sure what actions to take. With ZR Analytics, everything is simplified into clear insights that actually drive action. The Brand Risk Ratings and product recommendations have been especially valuable, helping us avoid costly mistakes and double down on what’s working. On top of that, the competitor analysis feature has been a game changer, being able to see our pricing side-by-side with nearby competitors has helped us stay competitive and make smarter pricing decisions in real time. It feels less like a reporting tool and more like having a strategic partner built into our business.”

Travis Miller
The Chronic
FAQ

Common questions before a demo

Who is Z Ratings best for?

Z Ratings is best for cannabis retailers, operators, purchasing teams, and financial leaders who want more confidence in inventory acquisition decisions.

Does Z Ratings only help with current inventory?

No. It also helps evaluate new brands before purchase, set budgets, and identify product risks before they create dead stock.

What makes the Gold package different?

Gold adds analyst oversight plus weekly and monthly meetings and reporting, making it the strongest fit for businesses that want ongoing strategic support.

Can I start with a one-off brand review?

Yes. The Brand Analysis package is structured for pre-purchase assessment before you decide to bring a brand into your store.

Check It Out

See how much cleaner your next inventory decision could be

Book a demo to see how Z Ratings scores brands, flags SKU risk, sets inventory budgets, and helps turn aging stock into cash faster.