Keeping Count

Keeping Count

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Keeping Count episodes

  • Sandeep Gupta: Transformation Starts by Ignoring Job Titles

    In a podcast focused on inventory management, industry leaders discuss the importance of reversing the typical sequence of operations. They emphasize that transformation projects, particularly for opening stores, should prioritize actions over job titles. A step-by-step approach is recommended for site selection and feasibility, with a strong emphasis on reaching agreement on necessary actions. Clarity on which function is responsible for each step is deemed essential for success.

    2 min
  • Neil Redfern: See Risk From Above

    In the podcast 'See Risk From Above,' the focus is on the evolving landscape of inventory management, featuring insights from industry leaders. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a well-informed strategy to tackle risks effectively. By adopting a helicopter view, organizations can better identify potential risks. Notably, Professor Adrian Beck's total retail loss framework is highlighted as a valuable tool for pinpointing risk areas and losses within a business. This framework has proven effective in risk identification for many years.

    2 min
  • Paras Shah: Sustaining Change

    The Inventory Edge podcast delves into the changing world of inventory management, featuring insights from industry leaders. It highlights the COCO platform, which enhances communication within organizations, and the Retail Academy, which provides accessible training content. The podcast emphasizes the importance of embedding change into organizational culture for long-term sustainability.

    2 min
  • Paras Shah: HQ Vision to Market Reality

    In this episode of the Inventory Edge podcast, the focus is on the changing dynamics of inventory management. Industry leader Paras Shah shares his insights on the latest technologies and strategies that are shaping the field. A key takeaway is the importance of developing market-centric strategies that involve collaboration and buy-in from all stakeholders. The discussion emphasizes that strategies should remain flexible and adaptable to ensure success.

    1 min
  • Paras Shah: Retail Roots

    In the podcast episode of Inventory Edge, our guest Paras Shah shares insights into the changing landscape of inventory management, featuring perspectives from industry leaders. Drawing from personal experiences in retail, the host reflects on growing up in Southern California, where his parents owned retail stores. This early exposure to the business world not only shaped their understanding of inventory management but also highlighted the importance of the human element in business.

    2 min
  • Meet Paras Shah

    Paras Shah shares his expertise on inventory management, highlighting the importance of a human-centered approach in leadership. As a transformative leader, he believes that successful operational change is driven by inspiring confidence and fostering collaboration among team members. His personal values play a significant role in shaping his leadership style, emphasizing the need for a supportive and engaging work environment.

    2 min
  • Inventory Edge Episode 3: Chip Carlson

    Video Description:

    In this episode of The Inventory Edge, host Chase Carmichael sits down with Chip Carlson, a global leader in the automotive aftermarket, to explore the unique challenges and strategies behind auto parts inventory management. From the complexities of stocking over 200,000 SKUs to the race for rapid "hot-shot" deliveries, Chip shares insights on distribution networks, lifecycle management, and the critical balance between customer service and inventory accuracy. With decades of experience at companies like O’Reilly Auto Parts and CIMA International, Chip brings valuable perspectives on operational excellence, global growth strategies, and why the right part at the right time is the true driver of success in this industry.

    56 min
  • Chip Carlson: One Network, Many Stores

    What happens when a store doesn’t have everything in stock?

    Our guest Chip Carlson explains how product groups and retailers use connected store networks to fulfill orders fast—even if it means pulling inventory from another location.

    1 min

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Welcome to Keeping Count by Datascan. Datascan is the global leader in providing self-scan physical inventory counting solutions to world class retailers in over 42 countries. Our clients use our…