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Data-Driven Growth for Manufacturers 📊 | Jarrod Adam
Manage episode 522505251 series 1076311
Jarrod Adam is Head of Production & Distribution at The Access Group
Explore how Unleashed helps small businesses thrive through AI-driven inventory management, smarter tools, and actionable data that streamline operations and empower strategic growth.
Summary
Today I’m speaking with Jarrod Adam, Head of Production & Distribution at The Access Group. In this episode, we talk about . . . how Unleashed empowers small businesses with actionable data, AI-powered tools, and integrated inventory solutions.
- Introduction to Jarrod Adams and his background in product management
- The story behind Unleashed and its acquisition by The Access Group
- Overview of the inventory and warehouse management landscape for SMBs
- Unleashed’s value proposition for small businesses and advisors
- When and why to move from basic inventory in GL systems to dedicated inventory tools
- Implementation approach and onboarding process at Unleashed
- Unleashed’s ecosystem: integrations with Xero, QuickBooks, Shopify, Amazon & more
- Evolving supply chain issues post-COVID and solutions like Advanced Inventory Manager (AIM)
- AI in Unleashed: Evo copilot, AI feed, and intelligent agents
- Partner Portal for accountants and bookkeepers – real-time client access
- Use of operational data for advisory services
- The Unleashed Manufacturing Health Index – valuable for advisory insights
- Discussion around the manufacturing “haves and have-nots”
- Closing thoughts on simplicity, design, and real value from software
Unleashed, Xero, QuickBooks, Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, Access Evo, Advanced Inventory Manager
⏱️ YouTube Timestamped Chapters00:00 – Welcome & Guest Intro: Meet Jarrod Adams from Unleashed.
01:58 – From Tigerland to Tech: A playful rugby-themed intro.
04:20 – Jarrod’s Journey to Product Management: How he fell into software.
06:20 – Auckland’s Thriving SaaS Scene: NZ’s impact on global tech.
08:10 – Inventory, CRM & WMS Landscape: What SMBs need today.
10:50 – What Unleashed Does: Efficient workflows + strategic insights.
13:00 – Signs a Business Needs Unleashed: From post-it notes to stock stress.
15:20 – Accountant & Bookkeeper Pain Points: Data, margins & advisory blocks.
17:30 – Implementation Timeline: Fast, guided onboarding sessions.
19:05 – Unleashed Integrations: Xero, QuickBooks, Shopify, Amazon & more.
21:10 – E-commerce Growth Post-COVID: Why integrations are essential.
23:15 – AI & Forecasting with AIM: Managing supply chain uncertainty.
26:00 – Using Data for Better Advice: The power of operational insights.
28:00 – Manufacturing Health Index: A free resource for advisory.
30:00 – Characteristics of Thriving Manufacturers: Mitigating supplier risks.
32:15 – Partner Portal for Accountants: Real-time multi-client access.
34:00 – AI Copilot & Agents: How Evo enhances the user experience.
35:45 – Final Thoughts & Outro: Software should solve problems, not add them.
Contact details:
Sponsor Offers: Here
Unleashed Software: https://www.unleashedsoftware.com/
Jarrod Adam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-adam/
Accounting Apps newsletter: http://accountingapps.io/
Accounting Apps Mastermind: https://www.facebook.com/groups/XeroMasterMind
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/HeatherSmithAU/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ANISEConsulting
130 episodes
Manage episode 522505251 series 1076311
Jarrod Adam is Head of Production & Distribution at The Access Group
Explore how Unleashed helps small businesses thrive through AI-driven inventory management, smarter tools, and actionable data that streamline operations and empower strategic growth.
Summary
Today I’m speaking with Jarrod Adam, Head of Production & Distribution at The Access Group. In this episode, we talk about . . . how Unleashed empowers small businesses with actionable data, AI-powered tools, and integrated inventory solutions.
- Introduction to Jarrod Adams and his background in product management
- The story behind Unleashed and its acquisition by The Access Group
- Overview of the inventory and warehouse management landscape for SMBs
- Unleashed’s value proposition for small businesses and advisors
- When and why to move from basic inventory in GL systems to dedicated inventory tools
- Implementation approach and onboarding process at Unleashed
- Unleashed’s ecosystem: integrations with Xero, QuickBooks, Shopify, Amazon & more
- Evolving supply chain issues post-COVID and solutions like Advanced Inventory Manager (AIM)
- AI in Unleashed: Evo copilot, AI feed, and intelligent agents
- Partner Portal for accountants and bookkeepers – real-time client access
- Use of operational data for advisory services
- The Unleashed Manufacturing Health Index – valuable for advisory insights
- Discussion around the manufacturing “haves and have-nots”
- Closing thoughts on simplicity, design, and real value from software
Unleashed, Xero, QuickBooks, Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, Access Evo, Advanced Inventory Manager
⏱️ YouTube Timestamped Chapters00:00 – Welcome & Guest Intro: Meet Jarrod Adams from Unleashed.
01:58 – From Tigerland to Tech: A playful rugby-themed intro.
04:20 – Jarrod’s Journey to Product Management: How he fell into software.
06:20 – Auckland’s Thriving SaaS Scene: NZ’s impact on global tech.
08:10 – Inventory, CRM & WMS Landscape: What SMBs need today.
10:50 – What Unleashed Does: Efficient workflows + strategic insights.
13:00 – Signs a Business Needs Unleashed: From post-it notes to stock stress.
15:20 – Accountant & Bookkeeper Pain Points: Data, margins & advisory blocks.
17:30 – Implementation Timeline: Fast, guided onboarding sessions.
19:05 – Unleashed Integrations: Xero, QuickBooks, Shopify, Amazon & more.
21:10 – E-commerce Growth Post-COVID: Why integrations are essential.
23:15 – AI & Forecasting with AIM: Managing supply chain uncertainty.
26:00 – Using Data for Better Advice: The power of operational insights.
28:00 – Manufacturing Health Index: A free resource for advisory.
30:00 – Characteristics of Thriving Manufacturers: Mitigating supplier risks.
32:15 – Partner Portal for Accountants: Real-time multi-client access.
34:00 – AI Copilot & Agents: How Evo enhances the user experience.
35:45 – Final Thoughts & Outro: Software should solve problems, not add them.
Contact details:
Sponsor Offers: Here
Unleashed Software: https://www.unleashedsoftware.com/
Jarrod Adam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-adam/
Accounting Apps newsletter: http://accountingapps.io/
Accounting Apps Mastermind: https://www.facebook.com/groups/XeroMasterMind
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/HeatherSmithAU/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ANISEConsulting
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