How Trailhead Printing Gained Control of Their Inventory with Cheeky Stock

Inventory may not always be the most visible part of a company’s operations—but when it’s not managed well, the impact is immediate. For Trailhead Printing, a print services company based in Simsbury, Connecticut, inconsistent inventory tracking was quietly slowing down production and creating avoidable stress for their team.



Trailhead needed a better way to monitor stock levels and anticipate needs. They found their solution in Cheeky Stock, a lightweight inventory management platform developed by Modern Mindset Development.

Before using Cheeky Stock, Trailhead relied on a mix of informal methods to track inventory—manual counts, spreadsheets, and memory. This approach made it difficult to catch low stock levels early.

As a result:

• Orders were occasionally delayed due to last-minute stockouts
• Reordering was inconsistent and reactive
• No clear record existed of inventory trends or usage patterns

For a company focused on quality and timely delivery, these challenges introduced unnecessary risk into an otherwise smooth operation.

The Solution: Proactive, Real-Time Inventory Management

Cheeky Stock gave Trailhead a simple but powerful set of tools for gaining control over their inventory.

With the platform in place, they can now:

• Set custom par levels and reorder points per item
• Track stock movement across their organization in real time
• Get notified when materials are approaching or below target thresholds
• Submit reorder requests directly from the alert interface

Screenshot of a pending alert showing Tango C2S paper at par level, with the option to "Send Order".

Trailhead now receives clear, actionable alerts—before stockouts occur—so they can stay ahead of issues instead of reacting to them.

Clear Reporting That Supports Smarter Planning

The software also provides Trailhead with visibility into inventory performance over time. With built-in reports and charts, the team can monitor stock trends, identify high-turnover items, and see net changes in inventory—all without digging through spreadsheets.

Dashboard showing recent inventory activity, net change, and most frequently moved items.

This level of insight has helped Trailhead reduce waste, make more informed purchasing decisions, and better align their ordering with production needs.

Inventory at a Glance

In addition to alerts and reporting, Cheeky Stock gives users an intuitive interface to review stock status across all items. Each inventory item is displayed with its current quantity, par level, and status (e.g. “Low”), making it easy to see where attention is needed.

Inventory screen showing two items—one at full stock, one flagged as low.

The system also allows team members to add or subtract quantities manually as items are received or consumed, ensuring accuracy with minimal effort.

Automated Reorder Alerts When It Matters Most

If a material falls below the designated reorder point, Cheeky Stock sends a structured, easy-to-act-on email notification. These alerts clearly identify the product, its current status, and the number of units required to return to par.

Email alert notifying the team that Tango C2S paper has dropped below the reorder point, with recommended reorder quantity.

This ensures that key materials are reordered in a timely manner—without relying on someone to remember or check manually.

The Result: A Reliable, Scalable Inventory System

Since implementing Cheeky Stock, Trailhead Printing has:

• Reduced unexpected stockouts of key materials
• Minimized time spent manually tracking and reordering inventory
• Gained clear visibility into what’s in stock, what’s low, and what’s moving
• Created a system that’s easy to use and accessible across their team

Most importantly, the team now feels confident in their inventory process—freeing up time and mental energy to focus on delivering exceptional print work for their clients.

About Cheeky Stock

Cheeky Stock was developed by Modern Mindset Development to meet the needs of mid-sized businesses that are underserved by both overly simple tools and overly complex enterprise systems.

It’s ideal for companies that need better visibility and control over materials without the overhead of a full-scale ERP. With clean design, intuitive workflows, and helpful automation, Cheeky Stock is built to support day-to-day operations while offering the flexibility to grow with your business.

Want to See How Cheeky Stock Could Work for You?

Visit cheekystock.com to learn more or visit the pricing page if you're ready to select a plan. If you're ready to bring order (and calm) to your inventory process, we’re here to help.