Cost plus pricing is often presented as the simplest pricing model in business: calculate cost, apply a markup, and you're done. But as discussed in a previous post, the simplicity of a cost plus pricing often leads to significant operational headaches. In today’s...
Food Distribution Pricing Strategy: How Pricing Automation Protects Margin in Volatile Markets
Food distributors operate in one of the most volatile pricing environments in business. Supplier costs fluctuate frequently. Commodity prices change. Transportation expenses rise and fall. Seasonal demand shifts throughout the year. At the same time, distributors must...
Updating Price Sheets: Just Stop Already!
The Paradigm Shift: Embracing Modern Pricing Management In the dynamic sphere of business operations, a significant transition is underway, one that nudges companies toward innovative pricing management solutions and away from traditional, labor-intensive methods. As...
Pricing Software vs. Manual Pricing: Which is the Better Choice for Your Business?
When it comes to setting your product or service prices, you have two primary options: using pricing software or doing it manually. Both approaches have their pros and cons, but the choice between them can significantly impact your business's bottom line. In this blog...
Why Shouldn’t You Use Excel Spreadsheets to Manage Pricing?
Who here uses Excel spreadsheets for managing your pricing? Does this sound like you – copying, pasting, and updating a new file every time? Then, listen up -- not only is there a better way, but using Excel spreadsheets for pricing management could be hurting your...
How Automation Can Reduce Manufacturing Costs
When nearly 80% of manufacturers in a 2022 survey are experiencing supply chain challenges, increased raw material costs, and the workforce downturn, it’s no surprise manufacturing companies are searching for ways to lower costs. Raw material, labor, energy consumed,...
Why Should You Automate Pricing?
Pricing plays a significant role in the success of any business. With the increasing complexity of pricing strategies, many businesses are turning to automation to streamline their pricing processes. When you automate pricing, it can bring many benefits to your...
The Benefits of Pricing Automation in Manufacturing
In the manufacturing industry, pricing is a critical element of business success. Accurately pricing products can help companies optimize profits and maintain competitiveness. However, pricing can be a time-consuming and complex process, particularly in large...








