Christoph Kay

Automatic material ordering in trades: how reorder points work, what it costs, and how you cut ordering time, errors, downtime, and overstock in your business.

Digitize inventory in 5 steps: structure locations, record items, connect suppliers, set reorder points, and engage your team effectively. No ERP required.

Calculate the hourly charge-out rate in craftsmanship: With formula, step-by-step example, and the 5 most common calculation mistakes. Incl. table by trade 2026.

Goods receipt in trades businesses: 5-step process, practical checklist, and the 3 most costly mistakes in delivery acceptance and incoming goods inspection.

Still using Excel for inventory? Learn why spreadsheets fail in the trades, and how mobile scanning plus automatic reordering saves time and prevents shortages.

Looking for a Sortly alternative in Germany? We compare Sortly and repleno: Features, pricing, GDPR compliance, and suitability for the German trades. Find out which inventory app is the best choice f...

Top 6 inventory management apps for trades in 2026 compared: repleno, Sortly, Lager im Griff, HERO, openHandwerk and Inventorum. With criteria, pricing and a GDPR check.

Managing consumables in trades: Why notes and verbal orders fail, what the chaos costs, and which systems really work. With decision aid.

Kanban in trades: Two-bin system, practical examples for electrical, HVAC, and painters, introduction in 5 steps. With comparison to Min-Max.

Scan-to-Order in the trades explained: meaning, process logic, and limitations. Why reactive barcode ordering is often too late—and which alternatives intervene earlier.

How do you calculate daily usage of consumables in the trades? Formulas, methods and practical examples for reorder point and stock coverage – with concrete calculation examples for electrical, HVAC a...

Name bin locations systematically with Z-R-E-F: introduce a naming convention, avoid common mistakes, 8-step guide + mini audit for your trade warehouse.

Reorder Point Method vs. Min-Max explained: Differences, advantages, disadvantages, calculation examples & practical tips for optimal inventory control.

RFID vs Barcode vs QR Code for SMBs: costs, day-to-day practicality, and common pitfalls in the trades. Hands-on comparison with a decision flow and concrete examples.

Why Small Load Carriers (SLC) save time: Euro grid, VDA poolability, ESD options and robotics readiness — plus practical tips for DGUV safety

Create shelf labels for small warehouses in 3 steps. Free tools, templates and tips for trades & workshops. Incl. barcode guide 2025.

Procurement methods for craft businesses explained: Reorder point, Min/Max, Kanban, VMI. With decision support, practical setup and FAQ. Avoid chaos now.

How does min-max inventory management work in trades? This practical guide shows calculations, software integration and common mistakes – with examples from electrical, HVAC and carpentry.

Material losses, ordering stress & paper-based processes adieu: Modern inventory management for trade businesses without ERP complexity. With mobile app, automatic alerts & reorders. Guide 2026 with e...

Learn how trade businesses can save up to 25% on material costs through digital procurement. A practical guide with real-world examples and step-by-step implementation.

Stockroom organization in the trades 2026: ABC analysis, Kanban, min-max stock, ground zero reset, van inventory and digital tools. With IHK data and practical tips.

Current overview of master and journeyman hourly rates for 2026: From roofers to electricians, what costs are incurred in various trades and how the hourly rates are calculated. Includes the definitio...

What will the skilled trades look like in 2030? Despite a shortage of skilled workers, there are paths to success: AI, digital tools, efficient material management, and collaborations will secure the ...

Material shortage is a costly problem for trades businesses. We show how automatic reordering reduces costs and increases productivity.

Many craft businesses recognize digital opportunities but fail in implementation. Especially procurement remains analog – with consequences for productivity and costs.