Inventory, manufacturing process, business success topics for small DTC manufacturers.
bookkeeping tax
WooCommerce doesn't track COGS natively. Learn your options — from plugins to dedicated manufacturing software — and why makers who produce their own products need a different approach.
inventory management
Shopify Stocky is discontinued and shutting down August 31, 2026. Key features like inventory transfers and forecasting are already gone. Here's what happened to Stocky, why it was removed from the Shopify App Store, and the best alternatives for makers who manufacture products.
QuickBooks is excellent accounting software — but it wasn't built for makers who manufacture products. Here's an honest look at what it does well, where it breaks down for small manufacturers, and how to build a system that actually works.
Stop overselling. Learn how to sync Etsy and Shopify inventory automatically, map listings correctly, and keep stock accurate—no CSVs needed.
Unlock the full potential of your Etsy shop with our comprehensive guide on order management. Discover strategies, tips, and tools like Craftybase to streamline operations, elevate customer satisfaction, and drive business growth.
Unlock the secrets to optimal Work-in-Progress (WIP) inventory management for small manufacturers.
A checklist covering the steps you need to take to get your manufacturing business organized and in control for 2026.
How to track and manage your raw material inventory to increase profits, become more organized and grow your business.
handmade success
A Bill of Materials (BOM) helps small batch makers track production costs, manage inventory, and price products accurately. Here's how to get started.
We show you how to save on your material costs by buying in bulk and thus increase your profit margins.
How to get started with inventory management as a small batch maker — from your first stock count to an ongoing system that scales.
Your in-depth guide to successfully managing your craft seller inventory.
In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of inventory tracking for soapmakers and provide some basic tips on how to get started.
In this blog post, we cover why it is important as a candlemaker to manage your raw materials and products using inventory management techniques.
In this article, we share our 4 of our favorite inventory management tips and tricks.
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