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Dan and Will of Anvyl talk about the supply chain's biggest news and why it matters to you!

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    • Apr 29, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Celebrating National Supply Chain Day with Cin7

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 29:39


    In this episode of the Safety Stock podcast, host Will Davis interviews Ajoy Krishnamoorthy, CEO of Cin7, and Rodney Manzo, CEO of Anvyl, in celebration of National Supply Chain Day. They discuss the shifts and challenges in the supply chain industry over the past decade, including the transition from analog to digital commerce and the need for intelligent commerce. They also highlight the importance of technology, mobility, and automation in improving supply chain processes. Ajoy and Rodney share their visions for the future of their respective companies, focusing on making product selling as easy as product buying and providing greater flexibility and insights to customers.

    Supply Chain Tech to Stay Competitive on Amazon with GOJA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 23:46


    In this episode of the Safety Stock podcast, host Will Davis interviews Angel Gutierrez, Purchasing Manager, and Rodrigo Gonzalez, Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy, from GOJA. Listen in as they discuss the challenges they face in the supply chain, including e-commerce dynamics, inventory optimization, supplier relationships, and talent development. This includes emphasizing the importance of technology integration and data-driven decision-making in improving efficiency and success in the supply chain.

    Managing Supply Chain Expectations for Different Growth Periods

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 22:00


    In this episode, Will speaks with Native's Director of Product Supply Dan Sears and Senior Product Supply Manager Kristen Lee about Native's amazing growth over the past couple of years and how they have managed and optimized this growth over time. Sears and Lee discuss their factors of growth, how they understand consumption data patterns, how they tackle large unforeseen issues, and the cues they learn from social media in terms of monitoring demand.

    Scaling Your Supply Chain for Hypergrowth with JD Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 25:37


    Dan and Will speak with Brooklinen's Director of Production & Procurement JD Davis, CSCP, about their latest launch and what's key to running a successful supply chain. Davis answers about her latest challenges, why having a stellar internal team and supplier team is so crucial, and what's next for Brooklinen.View Anvyl's 2023 Supply Chain Outlook report here: https://anvyl.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Supply-Chain-Outlook-2023.pdf

    Building Your Supply Chain for a Sustainable Future with Achal Patel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 43:45


    Dan and Will speak with Cabinet Health's co-founder and CEO, Achal Patel, about how they are revolutionizing the medical industry by being a sustainable healthcare company set on eliminating single-use plastic in medicine. Patel discusses how they've researched, sourced, and built sustainable packing, how their customers help them with new product innovations, and their next venture into retail and partnerships. You can also find them on Shark Tank! Listen for more.

    Scaling Your Supply Chain from Zero to Retail with Denise Papa

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 46:22


    Denise Papa from Fig.1 beauty discusses how she scaled her supply chain from the start and other tips she's learned along the way.

    Recapping 2022 & What's Next for COOLA Suncare with Michael Rentz

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 31:30


    Dan and Will learn why clean beauty should be predominately organic and the quest COOLA is taking to uphold high standards in SPF. Michael dives in more on the value of establishing a sustainable supply chain and the insights he's learned along the way. Listen for more!

    Supplying Start Ups with the Right Tools featuring Martin Zerrudo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 37:54


    Welcome to Season 2 of Safety Stock! Dan and Will kick off the season with Seller Universe CEO Martin Zerudo. The three talk about when is the right time to choose an ERP, how Seller Universe can help you scale, the trends they're seeing with ecommerce vs in-person shopping, and what new market is exploding on Amazon right now. Tune in for more!'

    Big News for Next Year!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 1:16


    Dan and Will have a special announcement for the show!

    Did We Just Coin a New Supply Chain Term?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 11:06


    US imports form China have continued to decrease, furthering the discussion around globalization and geopolitics. Dan and Will discuss how this impacts the US supply chain.

    Is Buy Now, Pay Later Trending to the Supply Chain

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 11:56


    Working capital is important for not only brands but also for their suppliers. Dan and Will discuss if this e-commerce trend is making its way to the supply chain and why it could be good for your business.

    What Happens When Retail Misses the Target

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 14:09


    Dan and Will discuss what supply chain and operation personnel can do when pressure comes from target sales being missed at the company level

    Navigating Launches with a Fixed Date

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 11:40


    The World Cup is approaching. Dan and Will discuss how brands and events have to abide by similar execution practices. After that, stick around as they pick their World Cup picks!

    To Raise or Not to Raise the Price: That is the Question

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 10:48


    Dan and Will debate the merits of keeping prices flat vs using the inflationary environment to raise prices.

    Collaboration Sounds Nice But It's Not Easy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 11:52


    Election day is here. Will and Dan analyze how decision-making is important in your business and how politics surface even through collaboration. After all, our voice does matter! 

    New York vs LA: The Great Freight Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 9:10


    New York overtakes LA for shipping volume. Will and Dan discuss reasons why and how companies can get the most out of the people who schedule their shipments

    Luck or Skill: Is There a Gamble Baked Into Your Supply Chain?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 11:40


    Dan and Will discuss how the Powerball going over $1 billion is symbolic to company supply chains and the products they develop.

    Halloween: A Sweet or Scary Time for Your Supply Chain?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 9:53


    Dan and Will discuss how Halloween is important for businesses to measure if their sales operations and planning team have hit their mark

    Forecasting Perils: Where Things Go Right and Wrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 13:56


    Dan and Will cover the intricacies of forecasting. What are the do's and don'ts for successfully planning for your business's growth?

    People Spend Money in Places That They Shouldn't

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 10:48


    When does it make sense to manage your own supply chain and when does it make sense to invest in IMS?

    Prices Are Rising. What to Do About it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 10:33


    Dan and Will talk about some of the factors that lead into rising costs and what are the solutions you have as a business to handle these challenges moving forward. 

    TikTok Fulfillment Centers: A Gamble for Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 10:17


    Dan and Will discuss the merits of TikTok launching their own fulfillment centers and why it's a risky proposition.

    The Ins and Outs of Selling Your Shopify Business with Frank Kosarek of OpenStore

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 26:01


    Dan, Will and Frank talk about OpenStore's business and how they are using their latest round of funding to purchase companies on Shopify and streamline operations today and for the future.See OpenStore for yourself

    Plastic Recycling: Things are Worse Than You Think

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 13:59


    In 2021, there were 40 million tons of US plastic waste. How much of that do you think was recycled?Dan and Will dive into why your civic duty may not be as beneficial as you think it is

    Have trucking rates peaked and is that a great sign for the upcoming holiday season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 7:20


    Will and Dan differ on nostalgic moments when it comes to driving on the highway but do they agree that innovation and change need to take place to continue to sustain the growing demand for goods?   

    New York, New York! Busiest Port in the US

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 9:46


    How did NY/NJ become the busiest port in the US in August? What does this mean heading into Q4 and how the ports could be softened due to weaker demand coming from Asia?

    Globalization: What's Actually Happening and What's Not?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 10:28


    Trade is growing faster in 2022 and 2023 due to globalization. Dan and Will discuss which countries are benefiting the most from this and where they're located.

    Earth Wind & Fire: Force Majeure

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 9:02


    What happens when an unforeseen event takes place and impacts your supply chain? Do you know what force majeure is? We discuss what can happen and how manufacturers and brands can navigate this.

    FedEx is warning a global slowdown is coming. Should you be concerned?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 12:00


    Dan and Will discuss the current economic environment, what their predictions are regarding a recession, and how businesses may have a pricing advantage coming soon.

    Potential Railroad Strike & How It Affects The Economy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 9:08


    With another possible railroad union work strike on the horizon, How will this affect the overall economic output of the country? What will this do to the food industry domestically? What can be done to stop a possible strike? All of this and more on this episode of Safety Stock.

    Celebrate the hard-working class even if robots are coming!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 13:17


    Disruption is currently happening and will continue to take place in the supply chain but that doesn't mean you should disparage the workers who are currently in the industry. Will and Dan discuss why these workers should be celebrated and honored for the contributions they are making to society.  

    Is there a shipping container shortage because of vertical farming?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 10:50


    We explore this new phenomenon of aquaculture farming, how it could relate to the existing ecological and sustainable work with green farming and what the costs of containers are on the open market. 

    Bringing Decision-Making Closer to the Consumer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 10:15


    We understand it, demand forecasting is tough and the needs of the consumer are always evolving. Sit back and listen from beginning-to-end as we simplify your operations model and bring you the end-to-end visibility you need to clean out your supply chain process. 

    Off the rails again, how a pending strike could have an impact on your supply chain

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 11:25


    Freight can't seem to catch a break. From port congestion to lack of containers to trucking prices soaring, a strike is looming for rail workers. Delays have already been seen impacting livestock and high school sports, but what could this mean for your business? Find out, plus more on Safety Stock

    When Not to Fix Your Supply Chain with a Band-Aid Solution

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 10:22


    Let's rip that Band-Aid right off and explore why you shouldn't fix something that isn't broken. This may be the inverse of what you are thinking but it's all about protecting yourself and your relationships during a difficult time. All of this and more on this episode of Safety Stock! 

    The Impact Mother Nature is Having on Global Supply Chains

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 10:08


    Just when you think we turn a corner, mother nature says no. Worldwide droughts and heat have caused recent disruptions. We are here to keep you afloat. No lost thirst or hunger on today's episode.

    Price Hikes For Back To School Supplies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 10:18


    Grab your notebooks and pens as Dan and Will dive into the surging costs of back-to-school items. You may get a bit nostalgic as they dive into some previous school moments. 

    Talking Home Décor with Suze Dowling of Pattern Brands

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 23:07


    We are joined by Suze Dowling, Chief Business Officer and Co-Founder of Pattern Brands to discuss the company's recent Series B fundraising and the acquisition of two brands. Come join us as we explore the growth of home goods and what's on the horizon!

    The Inside Scoop On The Supply Chain Of Ice Cream

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 8:00


    How is the current state of the supply chain affecting our favorite frozen treat? Will price hikes make regular consumers turn to different products? What ice cream ingredients are taking the biggest inflation hit? All of this and much more on this episode of Safety Stock!

    How To Adapt To Change In The Supply Chain

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 11:23


    What is the best way to adapt to new consumer demands like environmental awareness? Can you find ways to help your work efficiency? How do you balance major changes with the consumer in mind? All of this and more on this episode of Safety Stock!

    Manufacture In House Or Out Of House?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 10:35


    Is it worth making your own manufacturing plant? What are the main justifications for building your own manufacturing plant? How can you measure how expansive the plant should be? All of this and more on this episode of Safety Stock!

    Supply Chain Elasticity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 7:58


    How can brands extend their flexibility? What methods can help you better understand your supply chain? How can you find the bottlenecks in your own supply chain? All of this and much more on this edition of Safety Stock

    Inventory Levels At Warehouses

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 9:38


    With your over crowded warehouse, where should you be making price cuts to move goods? Have you planned your orders for the upcoming holiday season? When will you know that you're in a possession to expand your warehouse space? All of this and much more on this edition of Safety Stock!

    The Supply Chain Of Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 8:47


    What are the main causes of movie production delays? How can you plan your scheduling to reduce delays? How can you make sure you are hiring the proper amount of new workers? All of this and more on this edition of Safety Stock!

    Port Access Denied. Now What?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 7:39


    What are the possible solutions when you do not have access to a port you normally ship out of? What possibilities are no longer realistic to execute? How can you work around a labor strike? All of this and more on this edition of Safety Stock!

    How To Handle Regulation Hurdles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 9:54


    What should a business do when regulations come up? When is it critical to execute a plan to tackle those regulations? How will these effect the rate of your business growing? All of this and much more on this edition of Safety Stock!

    The Causes of Aluminum Shortages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 9:52


    What can you do with a shortage of material that is vital to your product? How can you get the most out of your suppliers in this situation? Can you help aid the larger issue which in this instance is recycling aluminum? All of this and more on this edition of Safety Stock

    How To React To Higher Demand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 9:53


    What do you need to do to meet a surging demand? Will you will have the capacity to do so?  What are some methods to help ensure that you can continue to meet your growing demand? All of this and more on this episode of Safety Stock!

    Amazon's Planning For Prime Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 10:53


    What goes into a multi day online sales event like Prime Day? How do they decide what items to mark down? Is there a secret to how they have few to little delays with a high amount of orders? All of this and much more on this episode of Safety Stock!

    How To Handle Delays

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 8:13


    There are multiple factors that go into causing delays, work shortage, supply shortage, over / under estimating. What is the best way to handle these circumstances? What if it is effecting businesses you are working with? All of this and more on this episode of Safety Stock!

    The Beginning & Ending Of A Quarter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 9:10


    What are the main things that need to be tended to before the end of a quarter? Financially what are all the things you should have ready? When should you reach out to other companies you work with? All this and more on this episode of Safety Stock!

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