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How to Optimize Margins Before an Exit: Stability Over Efficiency
If you’re planning to sell your business, the time to optimize margins isn’t about squeezing every last dollar — it’s about creating stability. Acquirers usually come with scale advantages: better vendor pricing, deeper freight discounts,

Reducing COGS Without Sacrificing Quality: 5 Smart Tactics
In a world of shrinking margins and rising costs, reducing COGS (cost of goods sold) can feel like walking a tightrope. Cut too much, and product quality suffers. Cut too little, and your profit potential

Scaling to $50M: Inside the Playbook for Building and Selling a Profitable Consumer Brand
How to Maximize Company Valuation Before an Exit Valuation isn’t just about revenue. It’s about how your business fits into the buyer’s long-term playbook. The more it contributes to their growth, profit, or cash flow,

Margin Improvement: Practical Tips to Boost Profitability Fast
In a tight-margin world, even a 1–2% gain can make a meaningful difference to your bottom line. Whether you’re trying to raise capital, prepare for an exit, or just improve cash flow, margin improvement should

How to Maximize Company Valuation Before an Exit
If you want to sell your business for top dollar, you need to start planning long before you begin the exit process. The key? Build a business that’s more valuable to someone else. That’s how

Inside the Mind of an Operator-Turned-Investor: Building Brands Worth Buying with Spencer Matthews
In this episode of Build a Business Worth Buying, we’re joined by Spencer Matthews—operator, investor, and founding team member of Microbe Formulas, which scaled from $0 to $50M in revenue before exiting for just under

Navigating the Retail Launch: A Strategic Guide for DTC Brands Entering Target Stores
The infamous phrase “retail is dead” is far from the truth, and if anything, 2023 has been the year to prove it. There has been an unprecedented number of native DTC brands flocking to the

Unmasking the Culprits: What Causes Those Sneaky EDI Errors?
🕵️♂️ Solve the mystery of EDI errors! Our video exposes the culprits behind these sneaky glitches and offers practical solutions. Save time and resources with expert insights. Watch now to keep your data flowing smoothly!

Switching Gears: Should You Change Your EDI Provider?
Considering an EDI provider switch? Watch our video to identify key signs and considerations for making this important decision. Ensure your business operates at its best. Watch and weigh your options! https://youtu.be/hfKR-AjsRrg About Orderful Orderful

Cracking the Code: Deciphering EDI Cost Structures
Ever wondered about the costs behind EDI? Our video breaks down EDI cost structures, helping you understand where your resources are allocated. Get insights into optimizing your budget. Watch and decode the EDI cost puzzle!

Streamlining Retail Operations: Onboarding and Testing with EDI
Retailers, are you looking to streamline your operations? Our video dives deep into the onboarding and testing processes with EDI. Discover best practices for a seamless transition. Watch now for retail efficiency tips! https://youtu.be/dKIrdt0_N2w About

EDI in Retail: Powering Seamless Commerce
Attention retailers! Learn how EDI plays a crucial role in powering seamless commerce experiences. From inventory management to order processing, our video explores it all. Watch to see how EDI transforms retail operations. https://youtu.be/9Y1uK4thoFc About
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