Why Spreadsheets & Paper Logs Are KILLING Your Brewery’s Quality & Efficiency! (Upgrade Now) | QFPB E009

In this episode of the Quality-focused Pro Brewers podcast, Hendo talks with Lindsy Greig from The Fifth Ingredient/Beer30 about the importance of data management in brewing. They discuss the limitations of paper logs and spreadsheets for breweries, the benefits of using brewery management software like Beer30, and how it can improve beer quality, efficiency, and cost tracking.

Lindsy shares her journey from a failed actor to a brewery expert, emphasizing the need for breweries to adapt modern data collection methods. They also highlight the scalability of such software, suitable for breweries of all sizes and its role in shaping a data-conscious culture within the team.

0:00 Introduction – The episode kicks off with a discussion about the challenges of using outdated tools like paper logs, spreadsheets, and whiteboards in brewing operations.

2:15 The Problem with Paper Logs – Real-world examples of why paper logs can be unreliable, including lost records, difficulty sharing data, and the extra time they require.

6:30 Spreadsheet Shortcomings – A breakdown of how spreadsheets, while better than paper, still fall short for managing the complexity of brewery operations.

10:45 Why Whiteboards Aren’t Enough – Insights into how whiteboards limit production planning and why they become impractical as breweries scale up.

14:10 Introducing Brewery Management Systems – An overview of what brewery management systems are and how they transform operations by solving common problems with manual methods.

18:00 Benefits of Brewery Management Systems – Compelling reasons to switch, including streamlined processes, real-time updates, and better scalability for breweries.

22:20 Case Studies: Breweries that Made the Switch – Inspiring success stories from breweries that adopted management systems and saw significant improvements in efficiency and organization.

26:50 Overcoming Resistance to Change – Tips on how to approach team buy-in and make the transition to a new system smoother for everyone.

30:00 How to Choose the Right System – Practical advice on evaluating different brewery management systems and what features to prioritize.

34:15 Call to Action – Wrapping up with an encouragement to reflect on your current methods and explore how upgrading to a brewery management system could improve your brewery’s operations.

Full disclosure – Hendo is a brand ambassador for Beer30 in Australia.  If you’d like to arrange a demo with the Beer30 team to see if it’s right for you, head over to https://rockstarbrewer.com/beer30

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