Inventory planning software can bring clarity — or create more confusion — depending on how it’s chosen. This guide walks scaling brands through how to evaluate inventory and demand planning tools, clarify what problem they’re solving, and choose software that supports better forecasting, cash flow, and decision-making as complexity grows.

Inventory planning software can surface data, automate calculations, and model scenarios — but it can’t decide how much risk a business should take or where capital should be invested in inventory by itself. As brands scale, the real advantage comes from pairing software with strategy: using systems to see clearly, and leadership judgment to make intentional, informed inventory decisions.

Forecasting inventory for a new product can feel impossible when you don’t have sales history to rely on. This guide breaks down practical ways to forecast demand using comparables, operational constraints, and cash-flow realities — so you can make confident inventory decisions without overextending the business.

Seasonal inventory planning is one of the hardest parts of running a product-based business. Demand is time-bound, inventory commitments happen early, and the cost of being wrong shows up fast — in cash flow, markdowns, or missed sales. This guide walks through how to plan seasonal inventory intentionally, reduce risk, and build flexibility into your buys so you can learn and adjust as the season unfolds

Most inventory problems aren’t caused by how much you buy — they’re caused by what kind you buy. As product-based brands scale, planning core and fashion inventory the same way can quietly increase risk. This guide breaks down how to plan the right mix for predictable sales, healthier inventory turnover, and calmer decision-making.

Inventory decisions aren’t just operational — they’re financial.
If you’re struggling to balance growth, cash flow, and stockouts, this practical guide walks through the four planning inputs that determine how much inventory your brand should really carry as it scales.

Fractional retail leadership and planning support give growing brands access to experienced retail experts — from executive-level strategy to hands-on inventory and demand planning. It’s a flexible way to strengthen your systems, improve cash flow, and scale sustainably without the cost of full-time hires.

The holidays bring a sales rush — and often a financial hangover that follows. Learn how to protect your margins and keep your cash flow steady after Q4 with Boon’s practical, data-driven post-holiday planning strategies.

Many founders assume that inventory planning is just a numbers game. But the truth is, good planners don’t just crunch numbers in spreadsheets. They bring structure, foresight, and clarity to your entire product lifecycle.

Learn retail industry terminology every retailer should know in our comprehensive guide. From sales to inventory, stay up-to-date on the latest terminology.

What if you could bypass social media algorithms and cluttered inboxes to reach customers instantly? SMS marketing does exactly that. With an open rate of nearly 98%, compared to the 20% average for emails, SMS is one of the most effective tools to increase sales and strengthen brand loyalty.

This is a guest post written by Amy Hage from Strategy Maven. Check her out!

We learned the hard way that bullies aren’t just on the playground—they sometimes pop up in professional settings, too. We were able to put this client bully in our rearview mirror. Looking back on the lessons we learned, we want to share them with you. We're here to support you, fellow small business owners!

Partnerships come in all sorts of shapes and sizes—in today’s post, we’re sharing some key lessons from Boon’s experience and how different types of collaborations have helped us get our start, resulting in Boon’s expansion from a solopreneurship to a team of 17!

2025 is just around the corner, and a new year can bring new opportunities for your business.⁠

We can't help but share some of the practices we’ve seen through the years and how they can be a hindrance to a retail business’ growth. ⁠

⁠Read on to see some of the things we recommend leaving behind in 2024. ⁠

Reviewing your assortment (prior to actually committing to inventory) yields valuable insight into what your customers will experience when shopping both in-store or online, and empower you to plan achievable sales goals. But HOW you look at your inventory can depend on your product, storefront, and sakes goals. Here are some standard practices for reviewing your SKU assortment.

Starting a business comes with a particular set of challenges. Boon is celebrating it’s 7th anniversary this year, and we’re sharing the top 7 lessons we’ve learned in that time. Cheers to our fellow entrepreneurs and startups - this one is for you!