From Inventory Challenges to AI Solutions: Transforming Manufacturing Operations
From Accounting Insiders by Gary DeHart, Insightful Accountant
June 10, 2026 · 58 min · Episode 180
About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of AI and automation on manufacturing and inventory management.
In this episode of the Accounting Insiders Podcast, Gary DeHart sits down with Kendrick Hare, Chief Evangelist at Fishbowl, and Ryan Woodbury, Partner Manager at Fishbowl, to discuss the evolving landscape of manufacturing, inventory management, and artificial intelligence. They explore how manufacturers are adapting to changing supply chains, why automation is becoming essential for businesses of all sizes, and how AI is transforming the way companies manage operations, reporting, and decision-making. Kendrick and Ryan also share insights into Fishbowl’s ecosystem, integrations with accounting platforms, and why manufacturing and inventory management represent significant opportunities for accounting professionals looking to expand their advisory services. Whether you work with product-based businesses or want to better understand the future of technology in manufacturing, this conversation offers practical insights into where the industry is heading.
People in this episode
Host: Gary DeHart
Guests: Kendrick Hare, Ryan Woodbury
Topics covered
- manufacturing
- inventory management
- artificial intelligence
- supply chains
- automation
- accounting
Keywords
- manufacturing
- inventory management
- artificial intelligence
- automation
- supply chain
- accounting platforms
- advisory services
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Fishbowl
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