Inventory automation transforms how brands manage inventory by eliminating manual data entry, unifying operational and financial data, and streamlining key workflows like landed costing, PO management, and inventory planning. In this guide, learn how inventory automation can help your brand make smarter decisions, drive growth, and maintain healthy margins — all without adding headcount or complexity.

Arjun joins an episode of the BlueOcean podcast by StartOps to discusses how consumer brands can reduce manual data entry and streamline finance operations with inventory automation. He outlines Mandrel’s vision to automate document data capture, SKU-level landed costing, and real-time inventory insights, enabling brands to scale efficiently without increasing headcount.

Landed costs aren’t just for accounting—they’re a strategic tool for smarter inventory decisions. Learn how SKU-level analysis helps brands uncover cost savings, eliminate unprofitable SKUs, optimize seasonal planning, and align inventory with channel economics to protect margins and drive profitability.

Proposed tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico have the potential to reshape supply chains and put a strain on margins. Learn how breaking down costs, modeling scenarios, and reassessing sourcing strategies can help your business navigate these shifts effectively and maintain resilience.

Holiday sales aren’t just about driving revenue—they’re about protecting profitability. Learn how tracking landed costs at the SKU level can help your brand set smarter prices, promote high-margin products, and refine your holiday strategies. Discover actionable tips for managing costs and preparing for a post-season review.

Discover how to make product bundling strategies work for your bottom line. Learn how to track margins, manage inventory turnover, and refine bundling approaches to ensure profitability. This post offers actionable insights for finance and operations teams to maximize contribution dollars and build smarter bundling strategies for future success.

Holiday sales aren’t just about driving revenue—they’re about protecting profitability. Learn how tracking landed costs at the SKU level can help your brand set smarter prices, promote high-margin products, and refine your holiday strategies. Discover actionable tips for managing costs and preparing for a post-season review.