Insights for growing manufacturers
Tips on inventory, production planning, and scaling your operations
How to Do MRP: A Step-by-Step Guide for Manufacturers
Learn how to do MRP step by step — from inputs to planned orders — with a worked example and formulas. See where manual MRP breaks down.
NetSuite Is Too Expensive for Small Manufacturers — Here's What to Do
NetSuite costs $40K–$150K+ in year one. Learn why it's overbuilt for growing manufacturers and what alternatives actually fit your budget.
QuickBooks Manufacturing Limitations: Where It Breaks Down and What to Do Next
QuickBooks lacks MRP, multi-level BOMs, work orders, and lot tracking. Learn the 6 core QuickBooks manufacturing limitations and how to move past them.
How to Calculate Reorder Point: Formula, Examples & Free Template
Learn how to calculate reorder point for manufacturing with formulas, a real-world example, and a free Excel template. Avoid stockouts without overstocking.
Receiving Inventory: 5 Steps and Best Practices for 2026
Learn the 5 steps to receiving inventory accurately, plus best practices to reduce errors and keep stock counts reliable. Includes checklist and tips.
Why Minimum Order Quantity Matters for Your Business
Learn why minimum order quantity (MOQ) matters for manufacturers. 10 proven benefits plus the MOQ formula and tips to set your own.
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Consignment Inventory: Pros, Cons, and How to Track It Without Losing Control
Learn how consignment inventory works for manufacturers, when it makes sense, accounting basics, and how to manage it without losing control of your operations.
Weighted Average Cost Method for Inventory Valuation
Learn the weighted average cost (WAC) method of inventory valuation, including the formula, a worked example, and how WAC compares to FIFO and LIFO.
What Is Inventory Turnover? Formula, Examples, and Tips
Inventory turnover measures how many times you sell and replace stock in a period. Learn the formula, see worked examples, and find tips to improve your ratio.
How to Create SKU Numbers (Step-by-Step + Examples)
Learn how to create SKU numbers for your products with a step-by-step guide, real examples, and best practices for naming, formatting, and organizing inventory.
How Backorders Work: When to Accept Them and When They'll Kill Your Margins
A backorder is an order placed when items are out of stock. Learn the definition, how the process works, pros and cons, and best practices to manage backorders.
What Is an SKU? Meaning, Examples, and How to Use It
An SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) is a unique code businesses use to track inventory. Learn what SKUs look like, how they work, and why they matter.