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Feb 10, 2026 6 min

The Purchasing Bottleneck | How to Get Materials More Efficiently

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In this episode, Eric Helitzer breaks down why traditional materials purchasing methods don’t work anymore, and what to do instead. As technology grows faster than ever, spreadsheets and manual tracking systems just can’t keep up. Eric shares how automation systems can centralize data, reduce friction, and help teams stay ahead. Eric shares how real-time automated systems add significant value by eliminating manual logs, allowing your team to use that time on more important tasks. The problem isn’t your team’s efforts; it’s outdated systems. SubBase can help set you up for success by giving you updated purchasing methods to increase your productivity. Chapters [Start] Why Traditional Methods Don’t Work: Eric shares why traditional purchasing methods are out of date and no longer work. 01:12 Consequences of Traditional Methods: The consequences of using traditional purchasing methods. 02:42 Using a Purchasing Platform: Why using an updated system can improve your team’s workflow and efficiency. 04:05 Better Project Outcomes: Positive outcomes you can expect from using an updated purchasing method. 05:12 Try it Now: A summary of the episode information and how SubBase can help you with updated systems. Links and Resources SubBase Website Eric Helitzer on LinkedIn Traditional Material Purchasing Methods Want a demo? Book here.

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