Complex inventory challenges, expertly simplified

At Hydrian, we specialize in making complex inventory management manageable. Inventory optimization involves countless variables—from fluctuating demand and supplier reliability to lead times and seasonal trends. Hydrian takes on this complexity behind the scenes using advanced analytics and AI-driven tools, integrating results seamlessly with your existing ERP systems.

How hydrian works

We offer a unique blend of technology and hands-on expertise through our pioneering “Inventory Optimization as a Service” model. Our approach ensures you always have the right stock, in the right place, at the right time.

We achieve this by:

Effortless integration for your team

Hydrian ensures your team isn’t burdened with extra work or complex new systems. Our service integrates effortlessly, keeping disruptions minimal and your processes intact.

Your team benefits from:

Your partner in success

Hydrian isn’t just another vendor—we’re a collaborative extension of your team. We work alongside your buyers, planners, and operations personnel daily, adapting to your specific business needs and challenges.

Our collaborative approach includes:

Measurable, real-world results

Our commitment is to deliver tangible improvements to your business. Hydrian consistently helps clients achieve:
We operate with transparency and flexibility, offering a simple, month-to-month engagement structure with no long-term contracts required. Our success is directly tied to yours.

Why choose Hydrian?

Proven expertise

Proven expertise in solving complex supply chain and inventory challenges.

Actionable insights

Clear, actionable daily insights tailored specifically to your needs.

Seamless support

Seamless integration and direct, practical support to empower your team.

Let Hydrian expertly handle your inventory complexity, so you can focus on what matters most—growing your business.

Want to see how your inventory management stacks up?

We’re so confident in our results, we offer a free performance assessment to all prospective clients. This isn’t a canned sales deck – it’s a bespoke presentation that takes 10-20 hours of our time. Whether we work together or not, we promise you’ll walk away with useful insights that will improve your business.

Founders

Josh Bartel

Josh is the co-founder and CEO of Hydrian. He has successfully managed large teams in order fulfillment, inventory planning, and sales operations for McMaster-Carr and other distributors at the multi-billion dollar scale. He is the co-founder and former CEO of Sanitopia, an e-commerce company catering to home healthcare professionals. Josh graduated from Stanford University.

David Ratajczak

David co-founded Hydrian in 2014 and now heads its advisory board. He is currently a Partner and the Managing Director of Boston Consulting Group’s Digital Marketing Accelerator. David has an extensive background in “big data” analytics, operations management, and software development. He attended MIT (BS), UC Berkeley (MS), and INSEAD (MBA) and has co-founded multiple venture-funded startups.