Steve Clark co-founded Odyssey Snacks, a startup producing prebiotic protein bars. He continues to apply his operational acumen to drive the company's success. Beyond leading his venture, Steve is passionate about sharing his knowledge and offering consultancy services to clients seeking to refine their demand planning and operational strategies. His past experience includes Koch Industries and Kodiak Cakes.
Sometimes the solution you have for your business is already the best solution. In this episode of Ops Unfiltered, Luminous CEO and co-founder Jared Ward asked operations guru Steve Clark, founder of Odyssey Snacks, the secret to solving various challenges at all size businesses. Having worked for Kodiak Cakes and Koch Industries, Clark had much advice for those who needed insight into running their own operations.
Clark discusses the challenges and common pitfalls companies face when transitioning from basic accounting systems like QuickBooks to more advanced ERP systems. He notes that ERPs are often viewed primarily as accounting tools, neglecting the operational functionalities, which can lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities in operations management.
He also suggests that operations professionals advocate for their needs by understanding and communicating how systems and processes can enhance operational efficiency. He stresses the importance of articulating the benefits of streamlined operations to senior management, not just in terms of scaling but also in avoiding unnecessary headcount increases.
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