7 ways operators leave profits in the supply chain7 ways operators leave profits in the supply chain

Bill Carmody is CEO of Trepoint, a marketing services company. This article does not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editors or management of Nation’s Restaurant News.

If you’re like many operators, you may believe one of two things: You have someone who’s more experienced than you at managing your supply chain, or you know supply chain management is an issue but not a priority.   

But these are false beliefs. Even if you’re part of a franchise operation with a sophisticated purchasing department, or have hired a distributor to manage it for you, your lack of oversight has already cost you significant profits. Left unchecked, it will drain you of your hard-earned cash.

Here’s where the biggest profit opportunities exist in your supp...