Stock Takes with Katana

Common Manufacturing Challenges with Taago Kilter

In this episode, Taago, Senior Product Manager at Katana, discusses the most common challenges in traditional manufacturing and how to solve them. Drawing on years of hands-on experience, he shares strategies for scaling operations, optimizing processes, and improving team communication. Taago emphasizes the importance of embracing digital tools to enhance efficiency and ensure long-term growth.

Keeping up with the Changing Demand with Taago Kilter

Taago, Katana's Senior Product Manager, explains how SMBs can optimize demand planning and forecasting. Drawing from his manufacturing background, he emphasizes practical approaches to managing inventory, mitigating supply chain risks, and integrating technology. He also shares predictions on AI's potential in supply chain ecosystems and tips for navigating market challenges.  Links: • Connect with Taago on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/taago-kilter-77898235/] • Connect with Sarah on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hamid/] • Learn more about ⁠⁠Katana Cloud Inventory [https://hubs.li/Q02-kqDW0]

A Balancing Act: How to Manage Multiple Sales Channels with Mark Cohen

In this episode, Mark, Head of Tech Partnerships at Katana, explores the challenges of scaling inventory-based businesses. Drawing from two decades of experience, Mark discusses multichannel selling strategies, the importance of forecasting, building a connected tech stack, and transitioning between B2B and B2C models. He emphasizes the value of hiring experts to optimize processes and avoid costly mistakes. Links: * Connect with Mark on ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marklawrencecohen/]⁠ * Connect with Sarah on ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hamid/]⁠ * Learn more about ⁠⁠Katana Cloud Inventory [https://katanamrp.com/?utm_campaign=Stock%20Takes%20Podcast&utm_source=Spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=spotify-episode-5]

How to Choose and Manage Inventory Software During an Economic Downturn with Shawn Coultice

In this episode, Shawn, the Head of Channel Partnerships at Katana, shares his expertise in using tech to scale product-based businesses. Drawing from 15 years in manufacturing, he covers key challenges in data integration, real-time decision-making, and implementing efficient tech stacks.  Links: • Connect with Shawn on ⁠LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-coultice-7024503b/]⁠ • Connect with Sarah on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hamid/] • Learn more about ⁠Katana Cloud Inventory [https://hubs.li/Q02XHLL30]

Strategies for Mitigating Rising Costs with Ben Hussey

In this episode of Stock Takes, we discuss how businesses can navigate today's economic uncertainty and the different strategies businesses can follow for survival and growth. Today's guest is Ben Hussey, Co-CEO at Katana, who brings over two decades of experience in ecommerce and business strategy.  Links: • Connect with Ben on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benhussey/] • Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hamid/] • Learn more about Katana Cloud Inventory [https://hubs.li/Q02V-xg40]