Best Inventory Forecast Podcasts (2025)

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Bakery Boss Mode - How Store Managers Win With Bakery 16:41

3h ago16:41

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Send us a text Running a store bakery without being a baker? You can—if you run the operation. In this episode, Mark Lack breaks down the B.R.E.A.D. framework—Basics & Hygiene, Recipe & Range Quality, Engagement & Communication, Availability & Inventory, Development—so you can spot what matters, lower waste, lift availability, and keep customers co…

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Retail Truth Behind The Diary Of A CEO 16:50

9d ago16:50

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Send us a text Steven Bartlett’s bestselling book and podcast The Diary of a CEO have captured the world’s attention—but what can retail professionals actually learn from it? In this extended deep-dive episode of Retail101online, recorded just ahead of the Christmas retail rush, we unpack not just the book—but the man, the mindset, and the methods …

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Cutting Through the AI Noise: Practical Agent-Driven Gains for Business Central Users 9:51

13d ago9:51

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This episode takes a clear, grounded look at how AI and agents are reshaping day-to-day work for companies building solutions on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Hosts Emma and Ryan explore why teams feel overwhelmed by AI hype—and why the real story is far more practical. They break down how agents now respond to real-world events, automat…

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Boutique Owner FAQ 2026: Top Boutique Owner Questions Answered 12:34

12d ago12:34

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Thinking about starting or growing your boutique in 2026? Maybe you have questions and wish you could pick the brain of a seasoned boutique owner or retail expert with your most frequently asked questions (FAQ's)? You're in the right place! In this video, retail expert and founder of Boutique Training Academy, Emily Benson, answers the most frequen…

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Inside Planning: Max Ma from 7thonline: Forecasting, Data & the Future of Retail 1:13:14

16d ago1:13:14

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Send us a text In this episode of Retail Voices, host Mark Lack sits down with Max Ma — Founder of 7thonline — to break down the real reason retail planning fails, and how AI, better data, and smarter processes are transforming how retailers buy, forecast, and operate. Max shares the original “broken moment” that inspired him to create 7thonline, a…

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Culture Eats Strategy For Breakfast - Allegedly 10:58

27d ago10:58

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Send us a text What does it really mean when we say “Culture eats strategy for breakfast”? In this episode of Retail101online, we go beyond the buzzword and explore whether culture truly trumps strategy—or if it’s just a leadership cliché. We’ll unpack: The origin and meaning of the phrase Real-world retail examples of culture and strategy collidin…

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Boutiqueland Digest: Boutique Update Fall 2025 19:04

1M ago19:04

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If you want to build a profitable boutique business in 2025 and beyond, you need to have a plan. This episode is an update for boutique owners on the state of the boutique industry right now. Whether you own a women's clothing store, children's boutique, gift boutique, Etsy store, or more, you'll want to tune in to this episode to learn the boutiqu…

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Buzzword Bingo - Business Phrases That Need To Retire 13:26

1M ago13:26

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Send us a text “Let’s circle back and align on a value-led pivot before we move the needle…” If that sentence made you laugh (or cry), this episode is for you. In this week’s Retail101online, we dive headfirst into the wonderful, wobbly world of business jargon. From procurement to performance reviews, LinkedIn humblebrags to boardroom buzzwords — …

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Inside: The One Percent with Luke Doran 53:27

1M ago53:27

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Send us a text In this episode of Retail Voices, host Mark Lack sits down with Luke Doran, Founder of The One Percent, to explore how mindset, self-awareness, and marginal gains are reshaping what it means to lead in retail today. Luke brings lessons from both elite sport and corporate coaching to the table — revealing how small, consistent changes…

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Planning Smarter in an Unpredictable World: Enhancing Dynamics 365 Business Central for Supply Chain Agility 16:14

2M ago16:14

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In this episode, Emma and Ryan tackle the supply chain rollercoaster of 2025—where lead times stretch overnight, port strikes cause chaos, and static ERP settings just can’t keep up. They explore how planners can transform Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central from a system built for predictability into one that thrives amid uncertainty. Learn ho…

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Inside Human Capital: What Does It Take to Succeed in Retail? 56:58

2M ago56:58

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Send us a text In this BONUS episode of RETAIL101online: Retail Voices, host Mark Lack sits down with Ashutosh Labroo, Chief Human Resources Officer and Founder of SuccessionIQ, to explore how human capital is transforming the future of retail. Ash shares his unique perspective on what it really takes to build and sustain high-performing teams in a…

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Episode 29 Global Economy And Graphite Electrode Industry September 2025 & Outlook 2025 13:15

2M ago13:15

13:15

By Cesar Melendez

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Hear Me Out - Big vs Best Who Is Winning Right Now In Grocery Retail 16:05

2M ago16:05

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Send us a text Title: Big vs. Best: Who Really Wins in Grocery Retail? In this deep-dive episode of Retail101Online, we explore the difference between being the biggest and being the best in global grocery retail. While giants like Walmart dominate by size, we spotlight the five retailers consistently praised for operational brilliance, customer ex…

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Closing the ERP Workflow Gap: Build Your Own Mobile Apps in Business Central — No Code Required 15:58

2M ago15:58

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In this episode, Ryan and Emma tackle one of the most frustrating realities of ERP systems — that stubborn 5% of workflows that never quite fit. Using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central as the backdrop, they explore how tools like Warehouse Insight and its built-in App Designer empower everyday users to build their own custom mobile apps — all…

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License Plating in Business Central: The Smarter Way to Move, Track, and Ship Inventory 13:12

2M ago13:12

13:12

By insightworks

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From Forecast to Flow: How Enhanced Planning Transforms Supply Chain Chaos in Business Central 18:04

2M ago18:04

18:04

By insightworks

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Leadership Mindset 2.0 Upgrading Your Mind 12:20

2M ago12:20

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Send us a text Most retail managers are promoted because they were great at their jobs—not because they were trained to lead. That’s the hard truth behind Leadership Mindset 2.0 by R. Michael Anderson, and it’s exactly why this episode matters. In this episode of Retail101online, we explore how to rewire your mindset to thrive as a retail leader. Y…

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Stop Guessing and Start Knowing: Fixing Routing Times in Business Central 16:59

2M ago16:59

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Inaccurate routing times can quietly erode profits, delay schedules, and drain resources. In this episode, we break down how to move from guesswork to precision with the PEAR loop—Plan, Execute, Analyze, Adjust, Repeat. Learn how tools like Routing Analysis in Business Central capture real-time shop floor data, pinpoint bottlenecks, and update rout…

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Adapt or Expire: What Mice Know That Managers Don’t 12:16

3M ago12:16

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Send us a text Episode 28: Who Moved My Cheese? What Retail Managers Must Learn from Change In this episode of Retail101online, Mark Lack explores the timeless business parable Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson and applies its lessons to the fast-paced world of retail. Learn how to spot change, adapt quickly, guide your team through resistanc…

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Which POS System For Boutiques is Best in 2025? Shopify vs. Square vs. CommentSold 17:29

3M ago17:29

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Which POS System for Boutiques is the best choice as a boutique owner in 2025? If you’ve been wondering how to choose between Shopify, Square, and CommentSold, this video is your complete guide to choosing the best point of sale system for your boutique. As a boutique owner, your POS system is more than just a way to ring up sales! It’s the backbon…

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What Every Store Manager Gets Wrong About Butchery 16:50

3M ago16:50

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Send us a text Managing the Butchery (When You're Not a Butcher) Episode 27 of Retail101online takes store managers deep into the world of butchery — without needing to pick up a knife. Host Mark Lack explores how to manage this complex, high-margin department with confidence, even if you're not trained in meat cutting. Learn to challenge shrink, m…

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How to Choose a Name For Your Boutique Business, Retail Store, or E-Commerce Site 17:20

3M ago17:20

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How do I name my store? How do I name my boutique business? The name of your store is one of the most important things to consider as when you’re starting a new boutique business. Your name is going to be everywhere - on your e-commerce site, on your storefront, on your packaging... so it's important to get it right! In this video, you’ll learn how…

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Episode 28 Global Economy And Graphite Electrode Industry July 2025 & Outlook 2025 14:21

4M ago14:21

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By Cesar MELENDEZ

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Eight Lies About Life & Success - The Truth Will Set You Free 15:49

4M ago15:49

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Send us a text Episode 26: 8 Lies About Life and Success (And The Truths That Will Set You Free) In this deeply personal episode, Mark Lack unpacks 8 common myths about life and success that hold people back in business and beyond. Inspired by a visual from Victoria Repa, this conversation blends reflection, real-world retail insights, and hard-ear…

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Automating Sales Orders and Shipping in Business Central Without Replacing Your Job 13:05

4M ago13:05

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In this Inside Insight episode, we explore how Microsoft’s Sales Order Agent and Insight Works’ Order Ship Express streamline order entry and shipping in Dynamics 365 Business Central. Discover how AI-driven automation handles quotes, multi-turn customer conversations, and real-time shipping rate comparisons—freeing you from repetitive tasks while …

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Episode 26 Global Economy And Graphite Electrode Industry May 2025 & Outlook 2025 15:04

4M ago15:04

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By Cesar MELENDEZ

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Episode 23 Global Economy And Graphite Electrode Industry September 2024 & Outlook 2024 17:44

4M ago17:44

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By Cesar MELENDEZ

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Summer To Fall Boutique Strategy: How to Plan Promotions & Time Your Fall Launch 19:21

4M ago19:21

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The strategy to transition from summer to fall in your boutique is all about timing your fall launch and planning promotions that drive sales, and in this video, I’ll show you exactly how to do it! From tax-free weekends and Labor Day events to shifting your color palette and clearing old stock, this seasonal transition strategy for boutiques will …

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Episode 24 Global Economy And Graphite Industry December 2024 & Outlook 2024. 12:49

4M ago12:49

12:49

By Fernando SABETTA

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Episode 27 Global Economy And Graphite Electrode Industry June 2025 & Outlook 2025 10:59

4M ago10:59

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By Fernando SABETTA

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Resurrecting Retail - A Post Pandemic Odyssey 12:33

4M ago12:33

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Send us a text Episode 25: Resurrecting Retail – The New World of Business After the Pandemic In this milestone episode, host Mark Lack explores the future of retail through the lens of Doug Stephens’ acclaimed book Resurrecting Retail. Learn how the pandemic reshaped consumer expectations, accelerated innovation, and forced an industry-wide reckon…

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Free Apps for Business Central That Fix Everyday Workflow Friction 5:51

4M ago5:51

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In this episode, Emma and Ryan discuss the small and costly operational gaps that Business Central users encounter daily. From printing shipping labels one by one to tracking safety incidents in spreadsheets, these inefficiencies accumulate quickly. The conversation focuses on free, high-impact apps built specifically for Business Central that solv…

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Replace Manual Scheduling with Automation in Business Central Manufacturing 12:20

5M ago12:20

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Visual scheduling tools that rely on manual adjustments and tribal knowledge may look intuitive—but they’re holding you back. In this episode of Inside Insight, we dig into why manufacturers using Business Central need to move beyond simplistic due date sorting and human-driven sequencing. Learn how intelligent automation brings strategic prioritiz…

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What Inventory to Buy For Your Boutique This Fall | Summer To Fall Profit Plan Part 2 10:17

5M ago10:17

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If you’re wondering how to buy boutique inventory for fall, how to plan your boutique assortment for Q4, or how to avoid overbuying while still making strong profits, this episode is for you! Emily Benson walks you through how to plan boutique inventory for profit, including how to use past data to guide your buys, how to create an effective budget…

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Eliminating Counter Sales Chaos in Business Central with Guided Workflows 12:57

5M ago12:57

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Explore how high-pressure counter sales environments—like trade desks or parts counters—can lead to costly errors in Dynamics 365 Business Central. This episode dives into the pitfalls of standard BC sales screens and how guided workflows and smart extensions can transform speed, accuracy, and customer experience at the frontline. Website: https://…

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Mastering Retail The Japanese Way - Tanpin Kanri 14:21

5M ago14:21

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Send us a text Mastering Retail the Japanese Way: Tanpin Kanri & the Art of Precision In this insightful episode of Retail101online, we explore Tanpin Kanri, a revolutionary Japanese retail management philosophy that’s changing how stores around the world operate. Originating from Seven-Eleven Japan, Tanpin Kanri—meaning “item-by-item management”—s…

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Eliminating the Tug-of-War: Integrating Maintenance into Production Scheduling in Business Central 11:55

5M ago11:55

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In this episode, Ryan and Emma tackle one of the most common pain points in manufacturing—conflicts between maintenance schedules and production orders. Business Central doesn't block off machine capacity for maintenance, which means planners often schedule jobs on equipment that's supposed to be offline. They break down how treating maintenance li…

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Leaving Paper Behind: Smarter Quality Control in Business Central 5:30

5M ago5:30

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This episode digs into the outdated, error-prone world of paper-based quality control and how Quality Inspector v7.21 brings real change inside Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Hosts Emma and Ryan break down how the add-on shifts QA from reactive to proactive with built-in automation, centralized data, and real-time enforcement. They cover …

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How To Boost Boutique Summer Sales (Should You Run a Semi-Annual Sale?!) 16:25

5M ago16:25

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If you're wondering how to boost sales in summer for your boutique, or sales have been slow this summer in your boutique and you want a boost to get you through the rest of the summer before the fall season hits... this episode is for you! If you want to clear old boutique inventory that's still sitting around from spring and make the J months in y…

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Stop the Firefighting: Visual Scheduling for Business Central Explained 11:29

5M ago11:29

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This episode of The Deep Dive tackles a familiar struggle in manufacturing—hidden bottlenecks that disrupt production. Hosts Emma and Ryan explore how a free, graphical scheduler built for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central helps planners see conflicts before they escalate. From drag-and-drop scheduling to color-coded heatmaps and warehouse pi…

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Simplifying Cloud Printing in Business Central: How to Eliminate IT Headaches 6:41

5M ago6:41

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In this episode, Ryan and Emma explore one of the most overlooked frustrations in cloud-based ERP environments—printing. From label printers in the warehouse to invoice printing in accounting, managing multiple printers across locations can become a nightmare for IT. They break down how the PrintNode Connector PowerTool for Business Central, combin…

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Stop BOM Bloat: How to Handle Configure-to-Order in Business Central Without Losing Your Mind 13:22

5M ago13:22

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Struggling with the chaos of configure-to-order in Business Central? This episode cuts through the noise. Hosts Emma and Ryan dive into the all-too-common headaches of static BOMs—exploding item ledgers, spreadsheet acrobatics, and planning blind spots. Discover how embedding a dynamic configurator directly into Business Central flips the script, t…

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What Storewars Teaches Us About the Game of Management 12:22

5M ago12:22

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Send us a text In Episode 23 of Retail101online, we explore the hidden depths of the world-famous management simulation game Storewars. Discover how this game mirrors the realities of retail leadership — from supply chain decisions to strategic pricing, sustainability, and team dynamics. Whether you’ve played the simulation or not, this episode off…

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