Inventory is one of the most important and most overlooked parts of running a CPG brand. Too little inventory means missed sales and unhappy retailers. Too much ties up cash and creates operational chaos.

In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Lynn from BELAY to break down how emerging CPG brands should think about inventory management software when to implement it, how to choose the right system, and how to set it up correctly from day one.

We talk through the common mistakes founders make when moving from spreadsheets, what good inventory data actually enables in your business, and how the right systems can unlock better forecasting, production planning, and retail execution.

If you’re still managing inventory in spreadsheets or you’ve implemented a system but it still feels messy this conversation will give you a practical roadmap to get it right.

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