In this episode of Chew on This, hosted by the team at Obvi, Poojan, the CEO and co-founder of Kintsugi, discusses key financial and operational challenges faced by growing brands. Poojan shares his background and explains how Kintsugi helps businesses automate sales tax compliance using AI. The conversation explores the paradox of growth, where increasing revenue can expose underlying operational weaknesses, particularly in back-office functions like inventory management and tax compliance. Ravi from Obvi shares their experiences with inventory discrepancies and sales tax issues, highlighting the importance of automation and expert assistance. Poojan emphasizes the significance of understanding unit economics, managing hidden costs like sales tax, and leveraging data for informed decision-making. He also touches on the impact of tariffs and the need for businesses to be proactive in their financial planning and compliance efforts, advocating for data-driven strategies to navigate the complexities of scaling a business.
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