Inventory and stock management tips and tricks for small manufacturing businesses.
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If you are a small manufacturer, it is important to understand what raw materials are and how they are used in a bill of materials (BoM). This article covers the basics of raw materials and includes some tips on how to simplify your operations.
Comparing the 7 best manufacturing software options for small businesses in 2026, including current pricing, honest limitations, and what makers actually need from an MRP system.
A subassembly is an intermediate product you make before it becomes part of a finished good. Learn what that means in practice, with examples for candle, soap, and jewellery makers.
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) helps small manufacturers know exactly what materials to order, when to order them, and how much to produce. Here's how it works — and why it matters more than most makers realise.
From design to inventory tracking, these are the five tools that give craft sellers the biggest return on their time — updated for 2026.
How to find your Shopify store URL, change your store address, set up a custom domain, and connect Shopify to inventory software — step-by-step.
In this blog post, we cover why it is important as a candlemaker to manage your raw materials and products using inventory management techniques.
If you're a startup or growing manufacturing business, then it's likely you need to think about supply chain management software. This guide explains what a supply chain actually is for small makers — and which tools can help you manage it.
If you're running a small manufacturing business, MRP planning software can transform how you manage materials, production, and costs. Here's exactly what it does — and why spreadsheets can't keep up.
Looking for a spreadsheet to track your Etsy store? Whether you're an Etsy newbie or an experienced seller, this guide will show you how to use spreadsheets in your business and why it is important.
Safety stock levels are a key part of any small business inventory strategy. We show you how to calculate these with worked examples for soap, candle, and handmade product makers.
Wondering about EBITDA and how it impacts your small manufacturing business? Our article will guide you through what it means and what a good EBITDA is for your industry.
Gross to net MRP calculations tell you exactly how much material to order. Here's the formula, a worked example, and how to apply it to your small manufacturing business.
Not all manufacturing software is built for people who make things by hand. Here's how to find the right solution for your small-batch operation — without paying for factory-grade complexity you'll never use.
What is manufacturing inventory management, and how does it work for small-batch manufacturers? This guide covers key terms, formulas, multi-channel sync, and software options.
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