The decade bet: why spirits supply chain decisions in 2026 will define who wins in 2035 Spirits supply chain decisions aren’t just operational anymore—they’re long-term bets. What you decide in 2026 will shape: What inventory you’re sitting on in 2030 Which brands you can scale (or can’t) How much working capital is tied up for years Whether you can respond when demand shifts The challenge? Long aging cycles mean today’s decisions are locked in long before the market reveals what actually works. That’s why leading spirits companies are shifting from reactive planning to long-range, scenario-driven strategies, connecting demand, supply, and capital decisions earlier than ever. We break down what’s changing, and what it takes to stay ahead. Read the full article here › #SupplyChainPlanning #Forecasting #BeverageIndustry #BevAlc #SpiritsIndustry #LongTermPlanning #InventoryStrategy #DemandPlanning

Your BevAlc company is leaving money on the table. Here’s where to find it. Money is leaking out in ways that are easy to miss: Excess inventory tying up cash Small stockouts quietly killing sales Teams spending hours reconciling spreadsheets Forecasts that don’t align across the business Individually, these feel manageable. Together, they add up to a meaningful hit to margin. The reality is that many wine and spirits companies are leaving money on the table—not because of a lack of strategy, but because planning is disconnected across sales, operations, and finance. We break down exactly where that money is hiding—and how to start uncovering it. Read the full article here: https://claret.app/blog/your-bevalc-company-is-leaving-money-on-the-table #SupplyChainPlanning #Forecasting #BeverageIndustry #BevAlc #WineIndustry #InventoryManagement #DemandPlanning #WineBusiness

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Let's get a jump start on 2023! This is your opportunity to address the common pricing challenges beverage alcohol businesses face so you can better manage (and improve) your margins, run DAs more efficiently and effectively, hone in on your brand, hit your sell-through goals, and start increasing profits. Of course, improving your processes and performance means adjusting your approach to the entire cycle of pricing and three-tier distribution management. This includes everything from promotions, depletion allowances, your QBRs, and your gross-to-net—and we can help. Continue Reading