The Better Batch Podcast
Looking for a better way to batch and boost your profits? The Better Batch Podcast is here to share easy-to-understand tips, real-world stories, and honest advice to help you make your production smoother and your business stronger. Whether you’re running a facility, handling operations, or working in the supply chain, we’ve got something for you. Join us and discover the Better Way to Batch and Boost Profits.
Episodes
In this episode of The Better Batch Podcast, we’re joined by Brian Sweat, CEO of Acctivate, an inventory and order management solution built for growing manufacturers.
If you’ve ever wondered when QuickBooks stops being enough—or what it really takes to get your operations retail-ready—this conversation is for you.
Brian shares practical insights on:
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When and why manufacturers outgrow QuickBooks
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The real-world consequences ...
In this episode of the Better Batch Podcast, Alex and Peter sit down with procurement expert Chandrika Venkatraman to demystify procurement for growing manufacturers.
Learn the key differences between procurement, purchasing, and strategic sourcing; and why overloading one person with all three is a common (and costly) mistake. Chandrika shares real-world insights on how to identify risks, negotiate with confidence, and optimize pr...
Why do so many manufacturing improvement projects fail? According to quality expert John Bergmann, it’s not about the system, it’s about the culture.
In this episode of the Better Batch Podcast, we dig into the hidden obstacles that kill change initiatives, even when you’ve got great SOPs, certifications, and leadership buy-in. From visual tools and training design to quota pressure and promoting the wrong people, John shares pract...
Avoid costly co-manufacturer mistakes. Food lawyer Lauren Handel breaks down what should (and shouldn’t) be in your co-man contract—from pricing and quality to IP, insurance, and disputes. A must-listen for food, CPG, and supplement brands.
Quality failures cost manufacturers time, money, and trust. In this episode, Nate Call, CEO of Qualitas, breaks down why quality systems fail—and how batch manufacturers can fix them before it’s too late.
In this episode of the Better Batch Podcast, we talk with John Kyle Beaton, Founder of China Product Pros, about sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers in China. Learn how to find reliable manufacturers, avoid common pitfalls, navigate tariffs, and maintain quality control. Whether you're sourcing raw materials, packaging, or equipment, this episode is packed with actionable insights to optimize your supply chain.
In this episode of Better Batch Podcast, we sit down with Adrian to explore the best strategies for optimizing warehouse management. Adrian shares insights on reducing costs, improving communication, enhancing training, and leveraging space efficiently. This episode is packed with actionable takeaways to help warehouse managers streamline operations and drive productivity.
In this must-listen episode of the Better Batch Podcast, financial expert Shalena Hardy explores how to seamlessly integrate operations and accounting to drive manufacturing success. She reveals actionable strategies for aligning day-to-day operational decisions with robust financial insights—from managing cash flow and splitting costs by sales channels to implementing effective scrap tracking and transparent reporting. Whether you...
In this lively and candid chat, process improvement expert Katie Gezon reveals how small-to-mid batch manufacturers can finally ditch constant firefighting and scale profitably.
From cutting production changeover times to keeping your most valuable operators happy, Katie shows how to standardize your processes, tap into real-time data, and build a culture where people—rather than clinging to old routines—are empowered to solve prob...
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