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Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Alloy.ai

17 episodes

7 months ago

Tariffs just rewrote the rules — now what? In this episode of Shelf Life, Joel Beal, CEO of Alloy.ai and “recovering economist,” and Logan Ensign, Alloy.ai's Chief Customer Officer dig into the chaos unleashed by the sudden announcement of new U.S. tariffs. The implications for the consumer goods industry are huge — and unfolding fast. From conversations with leading brands and retailers, Joel shares what he's hearing in real-time and offers early guidance for decision-makers who need to act ...

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Tariffs just rewrote the rules — now what? In this episode of Shelf Life, Joel Beal, CEO of Alloy.ai and “recovering economist,” and Logan Ensign, Alloy.ai's Chief Customer Officer dig into the chaos unleashed by the sudden announcement of new U.S. tariffs. The implications for the consumer goods industry are huge — and unfolding fast. From conversations with leading brands and retailers, Joel shares what he's hearing in real-time and offers early guidance for decision-makers who need to act ...

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Episodes (17/17)

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Tariff Shock: What Now for Consumer Brands?

Tariffs just rewrote the rules — now what? In this episode of Shelf Life, Joel Beal, CEO of Alloy.ai and “recovering economist,” and Logan Ensign, Alloy.ai's Chief Customer Officer dig into the chaos unleashed by the sudden announcement of new U.S. tariffs. The implications for the consumer goods industry are huge — and unfolding fast. From conversations with leading brands and retailers, Joel shares what he's hearing in real-time and offers early guidance for decision-makers who need to act ...

7 months ago

19 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

The Rising Cost of Data: Retailers Charging Suppliers for POS Data with Joel Beal, CEO of Alloy AI

Join us as we discuss with Joel Beal, CEO of Alloy.ai, the increasing practice of retailers imposing fees on suppliers for data access. We examine how this shift impacts supplier-retailer relationships and the broader implications for the consumer goods industry. In this episode we explore: Why Retailers Are Charging for POS Data – Joel Beal explains the factors driving retailers to monetize supplier access to sales and inventory data, from operational costs to new revenue streams.Impact on C...

9 months ago

17 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

How Brands are Demand Planning in 2024 with Westernacher's Alexis Lozada

In this episode of Shelf Life, we’re joined by Alexis Lozada, Associate Principal for Supply Chain Planning at Westernacher Consulting. With over two decades of experience at companies like Del Monte Foods and SAP, Alexis shares his unique insights into the evolving landscape of supply chain planning. Together, we explore how consumer goods brands are adapting to trends, leveraging technology, and navigating new challenges in demand planning for 2024. Alexis delves into the skills planners ne...

1 year ago

25 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Why Data Normalization Costs Consumer Brands Millions in Sales

In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities of data management within the consumer goods industry, focusing on how brands can achieve a comprehensive view of their business by connecting data across a multitude of retail, e-commerce, and supply chain partners. Hosted by Abby Carruthers, Product Manager at Alloy.ai, the discussion features insights from Manfred Reiche, a subject matter expert in CPG data, and Matthew Nyhus, engineering team lead at Alloy.ai. Together, they break d...

1 year ago

48 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Summer 2024: State of Retail and Consumer Demand

Consumers are behaving weirdly. Retailers are responding.In this special bonus episode, our hosts, Joel Beal and Logan Ensign, dive deep into the latest earnings reports and economic trends. Joel, a recovering economist, brings his expertise to decode the complex relationship between consumer spending, inflation, and market reactions. Discover why higher-income consumers are still splurging, the hidden dynamics of retail pricing and shrinkflation, and which retail sectors are poised to thrive...

1 year ago

15 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

The Key to Retailer-Supplier Collaboration with Peter Smith

What if all companies worked toward creating a transparent, efficient, and ethical supply chain landscape?In this episode, we welcome Peter Smith, a seasoned executive with a rich background working for major companies such as Carters, Party City, and VF Corporation. Joined by our hosts Logan Ensign and Joel Beal, we're diving deep into the evolving landscape of consumer brands and the retail market.Peter shares his insights on how brands can better collaborate with retailer partners, o...

1 year ago

41 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Easy Ways to Use POS Data to Sell More and Avoid Inventory Problems with Alloy.ai's Manfred Reiche

What comes to mind when you hear the words ‘sales data’? Alloy.ai’s resident expert on all things related to retail data, Manfred Reiche, says there’s a whole realm of information you’re likely missing out on when it comes to the sales data bucket. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of point-of-sale data and its transformative impact on the consumer goods industry. Listen in as we explore the critical role of data analysis in uncovering regional problems, managing invent...

1 year ago

31 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

The Potential & Pitfalls of AI in the Consumer Goods Industry with Lasse Holmstedt

AI in supply chains isn't just about crunching data—it's about creating bridges between complex info and everyday decision-making.In this episode, Lasse Holmstedt, VP of Engineering at Alloy.ai, joins us to discuss the dynamic role of generative AI and large language models within the consumer goods sector. Throughout the conversation, we delve not only into the innovative application of AI technologies that encompass forecasting and data harmonization but also highlight the critical importan...

1 year ago

25 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

The Mindset and Tactics that Drive Growth for Consumer Brand Startups with Ember's Zach Horton

In this episode, we’re joined by Zach Horton, Senior Director of Logistics and Supply & Demand Planning at Ember Technologies, Inc. From handling Ember's exponential growth to integrating cutting-edge technology into the heart of their supply chain, Zach shares invaluable insights on the role of AI, the essence of culture, and the art of innovative product development. Tune in to learn not just how to plan for the future but to shape it with wisdom, agility, and the invaluable FIO (f...

1 year ago

34 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Why timing can make or break your brand's Easter sales

Easter 2024 hopped in early this year, and as a result sales expectations were muted. The Alloy.ai team, Joel and Logan, discuss the commercial and consumer-behavior dynamics at play during holidays like easter, and what they mean for consumer brands. In this episode we discuss:How narrow buying windows impact consumer brands replenishment effortsThe tough decision of whether to produce holiday-specific SKUsWhat Easter sales might say about the broader economy.

1 year ago

16 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

How to Grow Your Sales at Walmart with Bill Sinacore, VP of National Accounts at PlayMonster

Unlock the secrets landing and growing coveted shelf space at Walmart. Bill Sinacore, VP of National Accounts at PlayMonster joins Shelf Life to share advice gleaned over his 30+ year career at industrys giants like LEGO and LeapFrog.In this episode you'll learn:What Walmart buyers really care aboutTactics to get your product on the shelf and to show your buyers with data that Walmart customers will be interested in your productThe key metrics that matter todayUsing Amazon as a proving ground...

1 year ago

22 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

The State of Ecommerce Going into 2024 with Matt Bergum, Country Business Director for Canada at Bosch

We sat down with Matt Bergum, the Country Business Director for Canada at Bosch Power Tools, to dive into the state of ecommerce in 2024. We shed light on the distinctions between ecommerce and brick-and-mortar product launches, the balancing act that comes with a hybrid retail approach, the complex task of managing expansive product portfolios across various online platforms (and the resulting strain on margins), and the transformation of the power tools industry in the face of e-commerce. E...

1 year ago

28 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

What Black Friday Sales Say About Consumer Spending This Holiday Season with Joel Beal, CEO of Alloy.ai

This week's special bonus episode dives into the into Black Friday, consumer spending, and the state of the economy. Our guest, Joel Beal, CEO of Alloy.ai and economist, provides a unique perspective on the early numbers and what they mean for the larger economy. We delve into:The preliminary numbers that are emerging post-Black Friday, attempting to decode consumer behavior and market trendsThe possibility of deflationHow sales are breaking down in terms of in-store vs. ecommerceTune i...

1 year ago

11 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Using Data to Drive Sales, Supply Chain and Product Decisions with USAOpoly's Eric Richardson

In this episode we get in-depth on the topic of data-driven decision making with Eric Richardson, Manager of Forecasting and Data Analytics at leading board game company USAopoly. As a data expert, Eric shares how consumer brands can harness data without extensive resources, how to bring and present data to retail buyers to influence replenishment and how to recognize and utilize sudden surges in consumer demand. This episode explores:Specific ways to use and present sales, supply chain ...

2 years ago

41 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Modernizing Your Supply Chain is Faster and Less Expensive Than You Thought with Professor David Simchi-Levi from MIT

We sit down with world-renowned supply chain guru, Professor David Simchi-Levi. This MIT professor and head of the MIT Data Science Lab, shares his insights on supply chain digitization and delivering on the promise of increased forecast accuracy while reducing risks. It's a transformative discussion on how you, with a moderate financial investment, can swiftly digitize your supply chain while reaping the rewards. Our discussion touches on:How a unified view of demand and segmentation can all...

2 years ago

44 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

Navigating Trends, Retail Partnerships and New Product Launches with Vitaliy Simonian, VP of Finance at Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare

Peek behind the curtain of one of the beauty industry's most successful companies. Vitaly Simonian, the Vice President of Finance at Dr Dennis Gross Skincare, takes us on a journey through a business that's quadrupled in size and expanded into 16 markets. We talk about :Navigating shifting consumer trendsThe role education plays in marketing How to effectively venture into fresh business verticals in an uncertain economic climateWe get down to the nuts and bolts of successful retail...

2 years ago

28 minutes

Shelf Life: Expert Voices from the Consumer Goods Industry

A Deep Dive into the Evolving Consumer Goods Industry with John Buckley from SAP

How has the consumer goods industry changed over the last 30 years? Why are we dealing struggling with the same obstacles that have challenged us for decades. In the first episode of Shelf Life, our guest, John Buckley, Consumer Products Industry Advisor at SAP, uses his deep expertise and consumer products experience to answer some of these questions. From Maytag and Kraft-Heinz to Tyson, John's rich experience sheds light on some of the biggest issues facing consumer brands today:How do you...

2 years ago

23 minutes