Tim PatulakWe connected an Ishida scale to Square POS in under an hour using Claude's Cowork tool — handling item categorization, tax logic, PLU/GTIN mapping, and UPC/EAN barcode structure before a single import.
Tim PatulakThis post takes a hard look at chemical management in retail operations — not from a janitorial angle, but from a leadership and risk-control perspective. “Smells Like Clean Spirit — Until the Ceiling Tiles Melt” breaks down the unseen hazards hiding in everyday store maintenance, from industrial cleaners to mismanaged MSDS compliance. It’s a practical, eye-opening piece for executives and operators who think “clean” just means “safe.”
Tim PatulakA detailed analysis of how global politics—wars, trade restrictions, tariffs, and energy decisions—are driving food prices across the Caribbean. This piece breaks down the regional context, key global factors, and country-by-country impacts for Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad & Tobago, the Dominican Republic, and Haiti. It also highlights how shifting supply chains, currency exposure, and climate events intersect to shape local grocery costs, offering insights into what regional leaders and households should watch in 2025 and beyond.