VNDLY Insights

About VNDLY Insights

VNDLY Insights is hosted by June & Jack, AI voices bringing you real insights from the VNDLY team. Content researched and written by humans, voiced by AI, because we'd rather spend our time building great software than sitting in a recording booth. Each week, hosts June & Jack break down practical strategies for managing stock, optimizing sales workflows, and scaling operations. From demand planning and supplier management to AI-powered analytics and competitor deep-dives, we cover what actually matters for small and mid-size businesses.

Publisher

June And Jack

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Mar 2026

Latest episode

3 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Apr 2026

   VNDLY Insights #12 — Supplier Consolidation: Balancing Risk in 2026

   Supplier consolidation sounds simple — fewer suppliers, less admin, better pricing. But done wrong, it's one of the fastest ways to create a single point of failure in your supply chain. In this episode, June and Jack dig into why so many product businesses get this wrong, how to think about concentration risk, when consolidation actually makes sense, and what a smart supplier portfolio looks like in 2026. Hosts: June & Jack Topics covered: • What supplier consolidation actually means (and what it doesn't) • Concentration risk — how many eggs in one basket is too many? • When to consolidate vs when to diversify your supplier base • Building resilience without sacrificing the cost benefits of fewer suppliers • How to track supplier performance and make data-driven sourcing decisions 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Supplier Consolidation Strategy 2026: https://www.vndly.io/blog/supplier-consolidation-strategy-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/supplier-consolidation-strategy-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

2. 

   1 Apr 2026

   VNDLY Insights #11 — Inventory Visibility, VNDLY vs NetSuite & Wholesale PO Management

   Most businesses don't know what their inventory blind spots are actually costing them. In this episode, June and Jack dig into the real numbers behind poor inventory visibility — ghost stock, phantom inventory, stockouts, and the ripple effects that drain margins without anyone noticing. Then they break down whether NetSuite is actually the right tool for small and mid-sized product businesses, or whether it's just oversized and overpriced. And they close out with a deep dive into wholesale purchase order management — landed costs, partial shipments, and why spreadsheets fall apart the moment your supplier sends 80% of an order and backlogs the rest. Hosts: June & Jack Topics covered: • The true cost of poor inventory visibility in 2026 (ROI & statistics) • Ghost stock vs phantom inventory — what they are and how to fix them • VNDLY vs NetSuite — right-sizing your software to your business stage • Why NetSuite's 6-figure implementation cost doesn't make sense for SMBs • Wholesale PO management — landed costs, partial shipments, and the full lifecycle • How modern software eliminates the chaos of manual purchasing 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Cost of poor inventory visibility: https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-poor-inventory-visibility-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-poor-inventory-visibility-2026) • VNDLY vs NetSuite: https://www.vndly.io/blog/netsuite-inventory-alternative-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/netsuite-inventory-alternative-2026) • Wholesale PO management: https://www.vndly.io/blog/wholesale-purchase-order-management-software-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/wholesale-purchase-order-management-software-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

3. 

   27 Mar 2026

   VNDLY Insights #10 — Supply Chain Disruptions, Stockouts, Inventory KPIs & VNDLY vs the Competition

   Supply chains in 2026 are under pressure — tariffs, delays, and rising costs are forcing product businesses to get smarter about how they manage inventory. In this episode, June and Jack break down the biggest operational challenges facing wholesalers and distributors right now, and what to do about them. They cover demand planning strategies to prevent stockouts, ABC analysis for prioritizing your inventory, how to calculate the real cost of overstocking, the reorder point formula that actually works, and how to track the 7 KPIs every operations manager should be watching. Plus: VNDLY vs inFlow, Linnworks, Unleashed, Zoho, and Katana — side-by-side comparisons for businesses evaluating their options in 2026. Hosts: June & Jack Topics covered: • Supply chain disruptions, tariffs and the AI response in 2026 • 5 ways to reduce stockouts with smart demand planning • ABC analysis — the inventory framework every manager needs • The real cost of overstocking (2026 data) • Inventory KPIs every operations manager must track • The reorder point formula that actually works • Landed cost tracking for accurate margins • Multi-warehouse inventory management • VNDLY vs inFlow, Linnworks, Unleashed, Zoho and Katana 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Supply Chain in 2026: https://www.vndly.io/blog/supply-chain-disruptions-2026-data-trends (https://www.vndly.io/blog/supply-chain-disruptions-2026-data-trends) • Reduce Stockouts: https://www.vndly.io/blog/5-ways-to-reduce-stockouts-with-smart-demand-planning (https://www.vndly.io/blog/5-ways-to-reduce-stockouts-with-smart-demand-planning) • VNDLY vs Katana: https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-katana-mrp-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-katana-mrp-2026) • VNDLY vs Linnworks: https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-linnworks-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-linnworks-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

4. 

   25 Mar 2026

   VNDLY Insights #9 — Partial Shipments, Fishbowl vs VNDLY & Ecommerce Returns

   Partial shipments and backorders are one of those operational nightmares that most product businesses deal with but few have a real system for. June and Jack break down how to handle them properly, what it actually costs when returns spiral out of control (20.8% average in 2026), and why growing businesses are switching from Fishbowl to modern cloud-based tools like VNDLY. Hosts: June & Jack Topics covered: - How to manage partial shipments and backorders in 2026 - VNDLY vs Fishbowl Inventory: is legacy software holding you back? - Ecommerce return rates 2026: the true cost to your inventory 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 (https://www.vndly.io) - Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) - Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) - Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) - How to Manage Partial Shipments and Backorders: https://www.vndly.io/blog/how-to-manage-partial-shipments-and-backorders-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/how-to-manage-partial-shipments-and-backorders-2026) - VNDLY vs Fishbowl Inventory: https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-fishbowl-inventory-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-fishbowl-inventory-2026) - Ecommerce Return Rates 2026: https://www.vndly.io/blog/ecommerce-return-rates-statistics-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/ecommerce-return-rates-statistics-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

5. 

   20 Mar 2026

   VNDLY Insights #8 — Inventory Allocation, Stocktakes & Seasonal Spikes

   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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Inventory Allocation Strategies 2026: 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 (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 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/managing-seasonal-inventory-spikes-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

6. 

   18 Mar 2026

   VNDLY Insights #7 — Wholesale Growth, Inventory Apps & Seasonal Spikes

   B2B wholesale is going digital faster than most businesses are ready for — and the inventory software you pick right now will either keep up or hold you back. This week June and Jack break down the numbers behind the B2B ecommerce boom, compare VNDLY and Sortly head-to-head, and get into the real tactics for surviving seasonal inventory spikes without bleeding cash or losing sales. Hosts: June & Jack Topics covered: • Why B2B ecommerce is growing into a $36 trillion market and what it means for wholesalers • VNDLY vs Sortly: who each tool is actually built for (and why it matters) • How to manage seasonal inventory spikes with dynamic forecasting and smarter stock buffers 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • B2B Ecommerce Growth 2026: https://www.vndly.io/blog/b2b-ecommerce-growth-statistics-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/b2b-ecommerce-growth-statistics-2026) • VNDLY vs Sortly: https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-sortly-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-sortly-2026) • Managing Seasonal Inventory Spikes: https://www.vndly.io/blog/managing-seasonal-inventory-spikes-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/managing-seasonal-inventory-spikes-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

7. 

   13 Mar 2026

   VNDLY Insights #6 — Best Inventory Apps for Wholesalers, B2B Portals & Safety Stock

   Which inventory app is actually best for wholesalers in 2026? June and Jack rank and review the top 7 options, break down what makes the new VNDLY B2B Customer Portal a game-changer for businesses still taking orders by email, and share practical safety stock strategies so you stop running out of your best sellers. Hosts: June & Jack (AI voices, human insights) Topics covered: • 7 best inventory apps for wholesalers ranked and compared • How the VNDLY B2B Portal eliminates email-based wholesale ordering • Safety stock optimization strategies for growing product businesses 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Best Inventory Apps for Wholesalers: https://www.vndly.io/blog/best-inventory-app-for-wholesalers-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/best-inventory-app-for-wholesalers-2026) • B2B Customer Portal: https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026) • Safety Stock Strategies: https://www.vndly.io/blog/safety-stock-optimization-strategies-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/safety-stock-optimization-strategies-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

8. 

   11 Mar 2026

   VNDLY Insights #5 — Fulfillment Errors, VNDLY vs Cin7 & B2B Portal Launch

   This week June and Jack cover three big topics. First, the shocking true cost of order fulfillment errors and why even a 1% mispick rate can drain thousands per day. Then, an honest head-to-head comparison of VNDLY vs Cin7 Core and why complexity isn't always a feature. And finally, the launch of the VNDLY B2B Customer Portal, a self-service hub where your wholesale buyers can browse your catalog, place orders, track shipments, and download invoices on their own. No more email spreadsheets. No more phone tag. Hosts: June & Jack (AI voices, human insights) Topics covered: • The true cost of order fulfillment errors in 2026 • VNDLY vs Cin7 Core: an honest comparison • Launch of the VNDLY B2B Customer Portal 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup ( https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Fulfillment Errors: https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-order-fulfillment-errors-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-order-fulfillment-errors-2026) • VNDLY vs Cin7 Core: https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-cin7-core-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-cin7-core-2026) • B2B Customer Portal: https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026 (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

9. 

   6 Mar 2026

   VNDLY Insights #4 — Tariffs, Inventory Accuracy & Cloud Image Sync

   challenges facing SMBs in 2026. They break down how AI is helping businesses navigate tariff volatility, why inventory accuracy is the foundation everything else depends on, and how to pick the right inventory platform for your stage of growth. They also compare VNDLY vs Zoho Inventory, explore the hybrid JIT/JIC approach that's replacing pure just-in-time, and spotlight a new feature: Cloud Image Sync. Connect your Dropbox, name files by SKU, and let VNDLY match product images automatically. Hosts: June & Jack (AI voices, human insights) Topics covered: • AI-powered tariff and supply chain management • Inventory accuracy: the real cost of getting it wrong • 5 ways to reduce stockouts without overstocking • VNDLY vs Zoho Inventory: honest comparison • JIT vs JIC: why hybrid is the new standard • New feature: Cloud Image Sync (Dropbox integration) 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial:⁠ https://www.vndly.io/signup⁠ ( https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/pricing⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog:⁠ https://www.vndly.io/blog⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Fulfillment Errors: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-order-fulfillment-errors-2026⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-order-fulfillment-errors-2026) • VNDLY vs Cin7 Core: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-cin7-core-2026⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-cin7-core-2026) • B2B Customer Portal: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

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    4 Mar 2026

    VNDLY Insights #3 — Warehouse Automation, Zoho vs VNDLY & Wholesale Price Lists

    June and Jack break down three big topics for product businesses. First, the real ROI of warehouse automation for SMBs and which investments actually pay off at different scales. Then, an honest comparison of VNDLY vs Zoho Inventory covering pricing, features, and where each one fits. And finally, a practical guide to setting up wholesale price lists that protect your margins from day one. Hosts: June & Jack (AI voices, human insights) Topics covered: • Warehouse automation ROI for SMBs: what's worth it and what's not • VNDLY vs Zoho Inventory: honest comparison • How to set up your first wholesale price list 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial:⁠⁠ https://www.vndly.io/signup⁠⁠ ( https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: ⁠⁠https://www.vndly.io/pricing⁠⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog:⁠⁠ https://www.vndly.io/blog⁠⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Fulfillment Errors: ⁠⁠https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-order-fulfillment-errors-2026⁠⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog/cost-of-order-fulfillment-errors-2026) • VNDLY vs Cin7 Core: ⁠⁠https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-cin7-core-2026⁠⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-vs-cin7-core-2026) • B2B Customer Portal: ⁠⁠https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026⁠⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog/vndly-b2b-customer-portal-2026) Follow us on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/⁠⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

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    3 Mar 2026

    VNDLY Insights #2 — Why It's Time to Ditch the Spreadsheet

    Everyone starts with a spreadsheet. But when does it start holding you back? June and Jack break down the 5 clear signs you've outgrown your spreadsheet, from overselling to the dreaded partial sort disaster. Then they walk through what switching to proper inventory software actually looks like. Spoiler: you can import your spreadsheet in minutes. If you're spending more than an hour a week maintaining your inventory spreadsheet, this one's for you. Hosts: June & Jack (AI voices, human insights) Topics covered: • 5 signs you've outgrown your inventory spreadsheet • The real cost of spreadsheet errors (overselling, partial sorts, version chaos) • What switching to inventory software actually looks like 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: https://www.vndly.io/signup (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: https://www.vndly.io/pricing (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: https://www.vndly.io/blog (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Replace Your Spreadsheet: https://www.vndly.io/alternative/spreadsheets (https://www.vndly.io/alternative/spreadsheets) Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)

12. 

    3 Mar 2026

    VNDLY Insights #1 — The Platform, The Story, The Vision

    Meet June and Jack, your hosts for VNDLY Insights! In this first episode, they tell the story of how VNDLY was born, from a founder who lost his favorite inventory tool (TradeGecko) and decided to build something better. They walk through the entire platform: customizable dashboards, sales orders, purchase orders, AI-powered analytics, demand planning, multi-location inventory, landed cost tracking, and more. Plus, a look at what's coming in future episodes. Whether you're evaluating inventory software or just curious about what a modern operations platform looks like, this one's for you. Hosts: June & Jack (AI voices, human insights) Topics covered: • The VNDLY origin story: from TradeGecko user to building the replacement • Full platform walkthrough: dashboards, orders, inventory, AI, and more • What's coming next on VNDLY Insights 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 (https://www.vndly.io) • Start free trial: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/signup⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/signup) • Pricing: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/pricing⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/pricing) • Blog: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/blog⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/blog) • Replace Your Spreadsheet: ⁠https://www.vndly.io/alternative/spreadsheets⁠ (https://www.vndly.io/alternative/spreadsheets) Follow us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-vndly/)