Dive into the stories, struggles, and solutions from business owners and thought leaders in the wholesale distribution market.
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Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution is the weekly podcast sponsored by LeadSmart Technologies that takes a deep dive into the topics impacting manufacturers, wholesale distribution, independent sales agents, and the global wholesale supply chain. Hosted by Kevin Brown, a 30-year veteran of wholesale distribution, and Tom Burton, a recognized thought leader in SaaS platforms for distributors, each episode reveals a unique perspective and valuable information about wholesale distribution ...
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Throughout every month, our editors are holding conversations with plumbing, heating, cooling and piping leaders on current events, business, leadership, challenges, celebrations and more. The views and opinions expressed in these conversations are those of the guests, and do not necessarily represent a position of PHCPPros.
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Rabobank’s global beverage team offers insights, analysis, and a bit of entertainment for your morning commute. Liquid Assets will help you tackle the latest trends, introduce you to industry leaders, and prepare you for what’s next in the beverage world. Please read our disclaimer here: https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html
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Beer Business Finance is financial intelligence for beer wholesalers. We are dedicated to giving you clear, common-sense financial guidance so that you can improve financial results in your beer business. More profits, better cash flow, that’s Beer Business Finance. Listen to the podcast. The journey to a stronger financial business begins now.
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Attract. Engage. Grow. is a 3 Aspens Media podcast that provides a fresh look at how companies are using digital marketing to stand out in today’s ultra competitive digital world. Get ideas and inspiration from companies using digital content and tools to attract, engage and convert prospects into customers.
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Welcome to ‘Digital Supply Chain Talk for SMEs’, your weekly dose of insightful discussions and fun facts about the ever-evolving world of digital supply chains. This podcast is designed for SMEs in Manufacturing, Distribution, Wholesale, eCommerce/Retail, tech implementors, and anyone interested in the SAAS ecosystem of inventory/stock management. Each week, we dive deep into the intricate world of inventory management, ERP systems, fulfilment processes, and the broader digital transformati ...
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Investment team guests explore asset class themes and share their on-the-ground perspective. Our Portfolio Construction & Strategy Team hosts bring the client perspective as part of lively debates. Views presented are as of the date published and may not reflect the views of others in the organization. This material shall not be deemed to be a direct or indirect provision of investment management services. No forecasts can be guaranteed and there is no guarantee that the information supplied ...
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The Insurance Chatter with Reghan Brandt
Reghan Brandt | LRP, The Loss Run Pros | CPF, Columbia Pacific Finance | The Insurance Chatter
This is the Insurance Chatter! What is the insurance industry talking about? What problems are insurtechs solving? What trends are agents, brokers, underwriters and executives thinking about? Every week, I sit down with a different person from across the insurance industry to discuss what's happening in their niche markets. I want to give you a behind the scenes look at risk, technology, data and culture within one of the most exciting business sectors. Follow along to get pumped and see whe ...
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The Dylan Sawyer Show is a weekly podcast covering all things e-commerce. The show is hosted by Dylan Sawyer Driscoll. Sawyer is a young entrepreneur who made a name for himself by selling over $10 million dollars of merchandise before the age of eighteen. He is the founder and CEO of Sawyer Sales and Distribution and a consultant for Amazon sellers. Dylan appears as a guest on other Amazon seller’s podcasts. He also is a partner in the consulting firm FBA AIO. They train and educate new and ...
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Myron Scholes On Time provides insight into the thinking of Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences and Janus Henderson’s Chief Investment Strategist, Myron Scholes. Aimed at sophisticated investors, and those who wish to be sophisticated investors, these episodes provide a fresh, and at times controversial, take on foundational investment principles through the lens of the dynamics of time. Views presented are as of the date published and may not reflect the views of others in the organization. ...
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Winner Take All is a business & tech news show covering the world of platform businesses, tech antitrust, regulations, and innovation. Hosted by Alex Moazed and Nick Johnson, authors of the Amazon Best-Seller Modern Monopolies.
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Discover the latest information on ’what’s hot’ in the digital world, best practices and big concepts for innovation, disruption and pivoting in the Silicon Valley. Features: Innovation | Cyber Risk & Security | Bitcoin & Blockchain | Cross - Border Business | Silicon Valley Insider airs Friday’s at 1:00 pm on AM 1220 KDOW and Saturday’s 10:00 am 860 AM KTRB The Answer in the Silicon Valley / San Francisco Bay Area.
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Raising money and launching a business are daunting tasks. Since 2011, Richard Bliss has hosted a wide array of guests who bring their expertise in all areas of business. With a heavy focus on the board game industry, Richard and his guests have taught thousands of people how to fund their dreams. Join Richard and his next guest as you look to build and grow your own business.
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Swarm AI and Its Impact on Wholesale Distribution.
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Not to sound like a broken record, but the almost-daily advancements in AI make it nearly impossible for wholesale distributors to ignore the coming tide. Now, with Swarm AI's latest development, is the dam about to burst? In this episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, we take a look at this and all the latest trends impacting the wh…
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Smarter Wholesaler Analytics for Better Results
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Want smarter wholesaler analytics to get better results? Then you'll want to learn more about VxP, the best tool for guided selling strategies to increase sales and gross profits while decreasing finished product loss. A powerful 1-2-3 combo to supercharge your income statement. In this recorded workshop you'll learn how VxP provides the tools for …
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Is AI Helping Yet In Wholesale Distribution & Manufacturing?
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With all the hype around the AI revolution, one question remains: is AI actually helping wholesale distributors and manufacturers? This week, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton explore this question while diving into the latest industry trends impacting manufacturers, wholesale distributors, and the global supply chain. From inflation’s effect on int…
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Portfolio Managers Alison Porter and Richard Clode join Matthew Bullock, EMEA Head of Portfolio Construction and Strategy, to discuss the implications for the technology sector in terms of demographic differences, geopolitical factors, and why patience is a key virtue when investing in an emerging tech wave like AI.…
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Teaching Soft Skills, Sales Savvy and Servant-Style Leadership to Next Gen Talent with Dr. Lee Allison, Texas A&M University
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Conventional business wisdom holds that everyone wants to join the marketing team; no one wants to work in sales anymore. Dr. Lee Allison rejects this defeatist attitude and the generational stereotypes that often accompany it. As Professor of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University, she has a literal front row seat…
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The Pause In The Dock Strike And Its Effect On The Supply Chain, with Guest Scott Costa
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The massive dock strike on the eastern seaboard dominated the news this week as it threatened to literally upend the United States economy. But just as quickly as it sent shockwaves through the world of wholesale distribution and manufacturing, it came to an abrupt end. Or did it? The strike is suddenly "on pause" as dockworkers return to their job…
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Podcast: A Practical Guide to Beer Wholesaler Mergers and Acquisitions
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Today on the podcast I'm joined by Orman Anderson, CFO from Glazer’s Beer and Beverage, and RJ Martucci, a partner with PKF O’Connor Davies. You'll hear the audio version of our NBWA presentation on A Practical Guide to Beer Wholesaler Mergers and Acquisitions. Our presentation covers four key issues - Target identification: Selling or buying, who …
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Understanding the Bigger Picture with HARDI's Talbot Gee
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Earlier this year, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell and HARDI (Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International) CEO Talbot Gee discussed the current landscape in HVACR distribution. Tune in as they go over key trends shaping the HVACR market today, HARDI's primary initiatives, how the organization is actively engaging with i…
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Exploring potential in commercial real estate-backed debt
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Portfolio Manager Jason Brooks and Pat Brophy, Portfolio Manager at Forum Capital Advisors join Lara Castleton, U.S. Head of Portfolio Construction and Strategy, to discuss the current landscape in commercial real estate and emerging opportunities for investors in both private and public commercial real estate-backed debt.…
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Maker's Mark and Fever-Tree make a cocktail
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KK Hall, Global Brand Vice President for Maker’s Mark, and Charles Gibb, Fever-Tree’s North America CEO, joined forces to create a blood orange ginger beer formulated especially to pair with Maker's Mark. So far, it seems like the project has exceeded expectations, bringing bourbon into new consumption occasions that appeal to broader audiences and…
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European equities tapping into global tech themes
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European equities Portfolio Manager Tom O’Hara joins Matthew Bullock, EMEA Head of Portfolio Construction and Strategy, to discuss the prospects for European equities – and how companies in the region are starting to benefit from large-scale Artificial Intelligence (AI) investment.By Janus Henderson Investors
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Networking, AI & Key Insights from the CIN7 Partner Summit with Matt Flanagan & Callum Wagstaff
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In this episode of Digital Supply Chain Talk, hosts Matt Flanagan and Callum Wagstaff discuss their experiences at the CIN7 Partner Summit and other recent events. They share insights on networking, product updates, and the importance of personal connections in the digital supply chain space. The conversation highlights key developments in CIN7 's …
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Portfolio Managers Jonathan Coleman and Justin Tugman discuss macroeconomic, valuation, and cyclical factors driving momentum in small cap. They share insights on the economic outlook and key themes to watch in both growth and value investing.By Janus Henderson Investors
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What A Difference A Week Makes: The Fed's Big Decision
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Well, well, well...somebody owes someone a steak dinner... This week, world markets could finally exhale as the Fed announced a 50 basis-point cut to interest rates. To some, it was larger than expected, while to others, it was either late or never should have happened at all. This week, Kevin and Tom unpack the big move and what it means for whole…
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Exploring ApprovalMax: Matt Lowry on Streamlining Multi-Step Approvals with Accounting & Inventory Systems
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In this conversation, Matt Lowry from ApprovalMax discusses the history and features of the approval workflow software. ApprovalMax was founded in 2014 and is integrated with accounting systems like Xero, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, and CIN7 Core. The software allows for multi-step, multi-tiered approvals and provides visibility and traceability i…
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Selling Your Company? Practical Tips to Avoid Emotional and Procedural Pitfalls with Marshall Jones, The Distribution Team
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Selling your company is one of the most challenging aspects of owning a business. Longtime colleague and Distribution Team Senior Advisor, Marshall Jones knows the mental, emotional, and procedural challenges well. Those experiences put him in a unique position to assist other sellers through the process. Jason and Marshall review a client case stu…
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The Top Supply Chain Optimization Strategies, With Guest James Gilman
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Supply chain optimization has never been more critical in today’s wholesale distribution market. A stunning 83% of businesses are now focused on creating customer-centric supply chains to improve service and offer flexible delivery options. In fact, the market is set to skyrocket almost $50 billion over the next eight years. This week, Kevin and To…
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Making The Mundane Returns Process Profitable With Alex Witcpalek of Continuum.ai
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Returns, warranties, and repairs are a headache for distribution. Much of that pain stems from the antiquated systems that most companies still rely on to process their returns. Alex Witcpalek, founder and CEO of Continuum.ai, recognized the optimization potential of this largely overlooked in-house activity and created the first B2B returns networ…
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How to outgrow the market, featuring Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits
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Josh Cellars is arguably the most successful wine brand of this generation, and Deutsch did much of that work while the overall industry was struggling. How did they do it? The company’s President, Tom Steffanci, and Chief Brand Officer, Dan Kleinman, discuss their unique approach to brand building, distribution, the positioning of the wine categor…
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Economic Ambiguity and Important Lessons For B2B Marketers.
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Markets are confused. Investors want rate cuts because they are a tailwind for growth. But rate cuts tend to be driven by negative economic data, and the economic data is...weird. So is a rate cut coming, and if so, how much should it be? and what will this mean for wholesale distributors? This week, we cut through the economic confusion to bring y…
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Portfolio Managers Julian McManus and Christopher O’Malley join Lara Castleton, U.S. Head of Portfolio Construction and Strategy, to discuss their outlook for non-U.S. equities, pointing out that valuations, elevated interest rates, and artificial intelligence (AI) are among many tailwinds for the asset class. Note: This episode was recorded at the…
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Today on the podcast we hear from Lester Jones, Chief Economist for the National Beer Wholesalers Association. Lester takes us through his 2024 U.S. Economic Outlook and Beer Industry Trends report. His bottom line: "The economy is resilient, people are spending money, just in different ways. We need to react to that in a dynamic way." Key Points H…
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Fed Rate Cuts: What It Means For Wholesale Distribution and Manufacturing
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This week, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell all but signed off on an upcoming rate cut. The market responded immediately, and a collective cheer went up among businesses and consumers alike. But the question remains: how much of a cut will we see? And will there be multiple small cuts over time or a large single cut to supercharge growth? Oh, and does th…
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Lightweighting – an elegant path to better margins and lower emissions
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Adapted from a live webinar hosted by Rabobank in July, this unique episode brings together experts from The Wine Group, Jackson Family Wines, and Crimson Wine Group, who joined forces to share best practices on lightweighting or “right-weighting” glass packaging. The panel includes: Tony Maan, Vice President of Supplier Development at The Wine Gro…
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How AI Will Impact B2B Customer Experience and Manufacturing Alike
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More and more, AI for B2B is more than a way to manage customer data: it directly impacts the customer experience. This week, Tom and Kevin dive into the transformative power of AI in wholesale distribution and manufacturing, exploring how it's reshaping the industry as we know it. With recent advances pushing the boundaries of what AI can achieve,…
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All Things PHCC CONNECT 2024 with PHCC—National Association CEO Cindy Sheridan, CAE
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In our latest episode, PHC News Editor Steve Smith sits down with Cindy Sheridan, CAE, CEO of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (PHCC)—National Association! Tune in as the duo discuss everything new and exciting with PHCC CONNECT 2024, from how the event is more convenient than ever for attendees to the ways it's taking education to the next lev…
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Growing the Family Business by Focusing on Talent and Culture: Revisiting Dick and Jordan Bader Part 2
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Welcome back for part 2 with the Bader boys, Jason’s in-depth look at his family’s distribution business with patriarch and founder of Acme Construction Supply Co, Inc., Dick Bader, and younger brother Jordan, the company’s current president and CEO. As they wrap up their visit, Dick and Jordan reveal the fundamental principles that have supported …
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Has AI Hype Peaked? And Why Branding Is So Important in B2B
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As you may have noticed, the stock market took a nose dive last week, prompted in no small part to AI-driven tech stocks lowering revenue expectations. This has led many to wonder, is the AI Bubble about to burst? On this week's episode, we take a closer look at whether AI is the technological revolution it has been touted to be. Will it cure cance…
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Inside the Bader Family’s Distribution Origin Story: Revisiting Dick and Jordan Bader Part 1
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Jason corrals family patriarch and founder of Acme Construction Supply Co, Inc., Dick Bader, and little brother Jordan, current president and CEO, for an insider’s look at the family business. Like all epic tales, this one comes complete with plot twists, sibling rivalry (of the genial kind), and a cliffhanger. CONNECT WITH JASON LinkedIn CONNECT W…
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Designing the Future: Strategic Surprise with Mickey McManus
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Episode Title: Designing the Future: Strategic Surprise with Mickey McManus Episode Description: Join host Keith Koo in this episode of Silicon Valley Insider as he welcomes Mickey McManus, a renowned expert in design thinking. Mickey delves into the world of strategic surprise and synthetic biology, sharing his unique insights and experiences from…
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The Effect of Amazon’s Reclassification and Lower Inflation on B2B eComm
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Last week, the Consumer Product Safety Commission determined that Amazon—normally considered an eCommerce company—is in fact a distributor, and therefore responsible for faulty items sold on its site and packed and shipped through its fulfillment service. Whoa! What will this mean for B2B eComm? Especially in light of the fact that B2B buyers are m…
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How much do mixers really matter? featuring Fever-Tree
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Charles Gibb, CEO of Fever-Tree North America, offers an update on the mixers market, exploring how this fast-growing segment intersects with consumer trends, retailer objectives, and distribution. And, of course, we discuss the strategy that propelled a premium mixer brand into a billion-dollar company. Rabobank clients can sign up for our researc…
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Mastering Warehouse Efficiency: Thomas Bennett from PeopleVox on Scaling Fulfillment Operations
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Tom from PeopleVox discusses warehouse management and the challenges brands face when scaling up their fulfillment operations. He explains that the triggers for considering a warehouse management system (WMS) include the need for more efficiency, reducing warehouse labour costs, and improving inventory accuracy. Tom also highlights the importance o…
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eCommerce & Manufacturing Accounting with Inventory Systems in a Xero world
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In this conversation, Matt Flanagan and Stuart Hurst discuss the benefits and challenges of using cloud accounting, specifically focusing on the Xero platform. They highlight the scalability of Xero and its ability to cater to businesses of all sizes, from small start-ups to multinational companies. They also emphasise the affordability of Xero com…
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How to Scale with Xero as a Multi-Entity Group with David Tuck of Mayday
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David Tuck, co-founder and CEO of Mayday, discusses their mission to streamline the month-end closing process for finance teams using Xero. Mayday offers a suite of products including Balancer, Recharger, and Brag, which automate inter-company balances, recharging costs and revenues, and bank reconciliations across multiple entities. Tuck highlight…
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BlueHub Chew the Fat - Current Digital Supply Chain themes from current conversations with SME’s in eCommerce, Wholesale & Manufacturing
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In this conversation, Matt and Callum discuss various BlueHub projects they have been working on, including a lighting manufacturer, a sports apparel company, a beauty manufacturer, and a gaming device manufacturer. They highlight the importance of staying up to date with system updates and features, as well as the challenges of managing warehouses…
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