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 int…

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 deve…

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 the…

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…

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 …

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!'…

Dan and Will have a special announcement for the show!Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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 shipmentsOleh Dan and Will

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

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

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

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

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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

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 yourselfOleh Dan and Will

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 isOleh Dan and Will

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?Oleh Dan and Will

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?Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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. *Note: There have been reports of a tentative deal since we recorded …

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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 StockOleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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.Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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 StockOleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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 StockOleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will

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!Oleh Dan and Will