Articles

Practical guides on recipe costing, stock management, and running a product business without a spreadsheet.

• 17 April 2026

  Bill of Materials for Small Manufacturers: A Plain English Guide

  A bill of materials sounds like something factories use. But if you make anything - jewellery, candles, electronics kits, food products - you already have one. Here's how to build yours properly.

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• 16 April 2026

  Managing Stock Across Two Kitchens (or Any Split Location)

  Many food producers start at home and expand into a rented commercial kitchen. Managing stock across two locations sounds simple until things start going wrong.

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• 15 April 2026

  The Real Cost of Inventory Management Software (5-Year Breakdown)

  Monthly pricing looks manageable. But when you add it up over five years, the bill surprises most small business owners. Here's an honest look at what inventory software actually costs.

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• 14 April 2026

  How to Cost Your Handmade Products Correctly

  Most handmade sellers underprice because their costs are incomplete. Here's a step-by-step approach to calculating your true material cost - with a worked example for craft makers.

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• 14 April 2026

  Why Your Inventory Spreadsheet Is Lying to You

  Spreadsheets feel accurate - until they aren't. Here are five specific ways a spreadsheet inventory gives you wrong answers, and what to do about it.

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