Running out of your best sellers while sitting on dead stock is one of the most expensive problems in product businesses — and it's almost always a planning problem, not a buying problem. In this episode June and Jack break down smarter inventory allocation strategies, walk through how to run a proper stocktake in 2026, and revisit the real tactics for handling seasonal demand spikes without losing your mind or your margins.

Hosts: June & Jack

Topics covered:

• Inventory allocation strategies that balance supply and demand across locations and channels

• How to do a stocktake properly in 2026 — the complete SMB guide

• Managing seasonal inventory spikes: buffers, forecasting and staying in control

About VNDLY:

VNDLY is inventory and sales management software built for product businesses. Manage purchase orders, sales orders, invoicing, multi-location stock, B2B portal, and AI-powered reporting in one platform. Built by a former wholesaler. Starting at $49/mo.

Links:

• VNDLY: https://www.vndly.io

• Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup

• Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing

• Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog

• Inventory Allocation Strategies 2026: https://www.vndly.io/blog/inventory-allocation-strategies-2026

• How to Do a Stocktake in 2026: https://www.vndly.io/blog/how-to-do-a-stocktake-2026

• Managing Seasonal Inventory Spikes: https://www.vndly.io/blog/managing-seasonal-inventory-spikes-2026

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