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ChainVelocity SCO

Turn operational challenges into measurable results through smarter planning,
leaner processes, and disciplined execution.

Operational bottlenecks, rising costs, and poor visibility can quickly erode service levels and profitability.
ChainVelocity SCO helps businesses identify the real causes and turn them into practical improvements across inventory, planning, procurement, logistics, and operations.
We combine data-driven analysis with disciplined execution to reduce waste, improve performance,
and build scalable processes that work in the real world.

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Better Planning. Leaner Operations. Stronger Results.

 
Reduce excess inventory, improve forecasting, and free up working capital.

Inventory & Cost Optimization

Optimize Inventory 
Turn messy data into practical tools your team can actually use.

Custom Tools & Dashboards

Improve Visibility 
Eliminate waste, improve accuracy, and build processes that scale.

Operational Efficiency

Improve Operations

Logistics & Cost Savings

Reduce freight spend and improve delivery reliability.
Reduce Logistics Costs

Why Choose ChainVelocity?

Senior-level supply chain and operations expertise, without the layers. We focus on practical solutions, measurable results, and execution that works in the real world.

Proven Results. No Fluff.

Recommendations only matter if they work. We focus on measurable improvement—lower costs, better service, stronger processes, and tools your team can actually use.

Hands-On Expertise. Tailored Solutions.

No one-size-fits-all playbooks. You work directly with experienced leadership to solve the problems that matter to your business, using solutions designed for real-world execution.

High Impact. Low Overhead.

Get senior-level expertise without the consulting-machine markup. No large project teams, unnecessary layers, or bloated deliverables—just focused work aimed at meaningful results.

30+

Years of Industry Experience

$2.5B+

Annual Sales Supported

42%

Inventory Cost Reduction

99.7%

Order Fill Rate Achieved

Not Sure Where to Start?

Whether you’re dealing with excess inventory, inefficient processes, rising logistics costs, or limited visibility, the first step is simple: let’s talk about what’s getting in the way and where the biggest opportunities are.

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Testimonials

  • Ana Arun

    CEO, Lifestyle Solutions

    “Mike is one of those rare leaders who doesn’t just move the needle—he rebuilds the dashboard. He brought clarity and accountability to our supply chain and operations, along with tools that helped us make better decisions faster. I valued his candid input, his ability to lead through complexity, and his drive to create real, lasting impact.”

  • Christopher Elliott

    Co-Founder & Interim CEO: Cheetah

    "Mike is a sharp operator with an eye for both detail and the bigger picture. During his time at Cheetah, he led cost-saving initiatives across supply chain and operations, built planning tools that made us smarter and faster, and helped professionalize areas of the business that were scaling quickly. He’s one of those people you know you can hand a messy problem to and trust you’ll get something clean, reliable, and scalable back."

  • Bhavani Subramaniam

    Chief Operating Officer / Chief Supply Chain Officer

    "Mike is one of those rare leaders who balances strategic clarity with operational precision. He brings a data-driven mindset, adapts seamlessly in ambiguous environments, and always stays receptive to feedback. His collaborative style and executional follow-through make him an indispensable asset to any high-functioning team. I’ve trusted him to tackle mission-critical challenges—and he consistently delivers."

  • Ruixue (Rae) Guo, PhD.

    Data Scientist, Operations Research – Supply Chain

    “Mike had a rare ability to translate messy operational realities into something structured and actionable. As a data scientist, I appreciated how he could speak my language—cutting through the noise to clearly frame problems and guide algorithm improvements. Building our demand planning model with him was one of the most collaborative and rewarding projects I’ve worked on.”

  • Vincent Matranga

    Co-Founder: Cheetah, Waya

    "Mike brought structure and forward-thinking strategy to a fast-moving, often chaotic, startup environment. His leadership and expertise made an immediate impact—cutting costs, improving processes, and helping his teams scale. He has a rare ability to look at the big picture while digging into the weeds when it matters."

  • Mohit Bhat

    Associate Director, WFS Strategy & Analytics

    “Mike was a great mentor early in my career at Walmart. He gave me the chance to take ownership of a high-impact analytics model and helped me connect day-to-day work to the bigger picture. I appreciated his direct style, clear priorities, and trust in the team to solve problems. He made a lasting impression.”

  • Monique Castner

    Inbound Ops Ninja & Elmo Enthusiast

    “I had the pleasure of working with and learning from Mike in so many areas it’s hard to name them all. At both Cheetah and Lifestyle Solutions, he cut shrink, managed inventory, brought organization to chaos—and somehow kept us all sane! His respect and care for his team are above and beyond. What other boss can you talk shop, family, and of course Disney with?”

  • Doug Hoffschwelle

    CX Executive/General Manager

    "I've known Mike for over 30 years. He's a high-character, thoughtful leader who clearly understands the inner workings and interdependencies of supply chain. He'd be a great asset to anyone trying to make improvements in their supply chain."

Founded, Owned, and Led Directly by Michael Lipari

ChainVelocity SCO is a results-driven supply chain and operations consulting firm focused on helping small and mid-sized businesses improve performance, reduce costs, and build stronger, more scalable operations. 

With more than 30 years of hands-on experience across technology, retail, food & beverage, home goods, and other consumer industries, Mike brings practical expertise in inventory optimization, planning, logistics, process improvement, SIOP, and operational turnarounds.

When you work with ChainVelocity, you work directly with Mike—not a rotating team of junior consultants. Solutions are tailored to the business, grounded in real-world execution, and designed to deliver measurable results without unnecessary complexity or overhead.

Meet Mike