Think Big with Dan and Qasim: Bahadir Efeoglu, CEO & Co-founder of Fabrikator

Introduction to Inventory Management for Ecommerce Brands

Inventory management plays a crucial role in the success of ecommerce brands, especially in a competitive landscape like Shopify. In this episode, Bahadir Efeoglu, CEO and Co-founder of Fabrikatör, dives deep into how inventory management can make or break a direct-to-consumer (D2C) business. With insights from years of experience, Bahadir discusses the evolution of Fabrikatör, the challenges of demand forecasting, and how modern tools can solve the out-of-stock problem for ecommerce brands.

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Podcast Overview: Bahadir Efeoglu on Inventory and Ecommerce

During the episode, Bahadir explains how Fabrikatör has grown from a small app designed to solve inventory challenges to becoming a key inventory management tool for Shopify and other ecommerce platforms. Fabrikatör's unique ability to provide real-time inventory insights allows brands to keep stock levels optimized, reducing the risk of stockouts while helping brands plan their supply efficiently.

Bahadir touches on key points including:

• Inventory planning for D2C brands
• The importance of demand forecasting in ecommerce
• Managing supply forecasting and handling seasonal fluctuations

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The Evolution of Inventory Planning: From Concept to Execution

Building an Effective Inventory Management Tool for Shopify

In the early days, Fabrikatör was built to address a fundamental problem faced by manufacturers: inventory planning for raw materials. As Bahadir and his team discovered the broader implications for ecommerce brands, Fabrikatör evolved into a robust inventory management solution, now serving thousands of Shopify merchants worldwide.

Fabrikatör helps brands by integrating directly with their Shopify store, fetching historical sales data and creating demand forecasts at a granular level. This forecasting feature allows brands to make better-informed decisions when planning their stock for upcoming sales periods or product launches.

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Demand and Supply Forecasting: A Key to Success

Bahadir stresses the importance of demand forecasting for ecommerce brands. By analyzing sales data down to the SKU variant level, Fabrikatör helps businesses predict future demand, accounting for factors like seasonal trends, product launches, and marketing activities. The platform’s inventory planning feature ensures that brands can prepare for future demand without overspending on stock or risking stockouts.

Key Takeaways:

• Demand forecasting helps brands make data-driven decisions about their inventory.
• Supply forecasting ensures that products are available when needed, without overstocking.

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How Fabrikatör is Transforming Shopify Inventory Management

Fabrikatör’s innovative approach to Shopify inventory management solves several pain points for ecommerce businesses:

• Automated stock tracking: Real-time synchronization with Shopify ensures that stock levels are always up to date.
• Comprehensive demand planning: Brands can easily plan their stock needs based on historical data and growth projections.
• Supply chain management: By bridging the gap between supply and demand, Fabrikatör helps ecommerce brands manage their inventory planning more effectively.

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The Future of Inventory Management: AI and Automation

Looking ahead, Bahadir shares his vision of incorporating AI-powered tools into inventory management systems. By enabling features like predictive analytics and AI-driven recommendations, Fabrikatör is on the path to becoming the ultimate inventory management tool for Shopify and other ecommerce platforms.