The Workhorse Blog
Latest stories, tips, and our opinions on everything and in between
How much might inefficiencies in your operations be costing your business
Running a business today is by no means easy, therefore operational efficiency is not just a goal, it's a necessity. Inefficiencies in your operations can lead to significant costs, both tangible and intangible, these can hinder your business's growth and...
From chaos to coordination: Overcoming disjointed business operations
To run a successful business efficiency is paramount, especially for industries with complex manufacturing or production processes. However, many organisations struggle with disjointed operations, where different departments track information separately. This leads to...
Don’t let summer days leave you in a sunny daze: navigating seasonal stock management
Seasonality can be both a blessing and a curse for businesses that experience a surge in demand during specific times of the year. For businesses selling summer-oriented products, such as ice creams or cold beverages, the peak season can bring significant revenue...
Unlocking profitability and scalability: Is it time to move away from spreadsheets?
For many businesses, spreadsheets have long been the backbone of operations, tracking everything from inventory to financials. However, as businesses grow, the limitations of spreadsheets become glaringly apparent, hampering efficiency and profitability. Transitioning...
DL Foods – Revolutionising Data and Inventory Management with Workhorse
DL Foods, established in 2012, has grown from a commission-only bedroom operation to a fully self-sufficient business with a six-strong team. The company prides itself on consistently delivering exceptional service to its loyal customers, specialising in top-quality...
Pinch – Mastering Complexity to unleash scale and profitability
Workhorse has proven to be a game changer for Pinch, a furniture business celebrating its 20th year. With over seven years of experience, Workhorse has successfully implemented software solutions for numerous clients, and Pinch, led by co-owner and managing director...
Accurate CoGS calculations – From mystery to mastery in complex businesses
If your business is involved with the manufacturing and/or fulfillment of products, one crucial element often eludes businesses: accurate tracking of the cost of goods sold (COGS). This elusive figure, comprising not only direct production costs but also incidental...
6 Barriers to growth – Cost of Goods sold – LinkedIn Webinar
For those that missed the first of our LinkedIn series looking at barriers to growth, the focus was on Cost of Goods sold, and the potentials headaches that creep in when there are complexities in your operation. We commenced by gauging how good people's calculations...
Uniting Operations: Streamlining processes for enhanced business performance
Efficiency is paramount for businesses, particularly those with complexities in their manufacturing or production processes Many organisations face challenges stemming from disjointed operations, where different departments track information separately, leading to...