About the Episode:
In one corner, the tried-and-true heavyweight champion of spreadsheets—Excel. In the other, the AI-powered, automation-driven pricing software that’s challenging for the title. Which tool truly reigns supreme in the world of pricing excellence?

Join pricing experts Matt Knaggs and Karan Sood as they go toe-to-toe in a spirited debate on the merits (and pitfalls) of pricing with Excel versus a purpose-built pricing platform. Moderated by Barrett Thompson and hosted by Stephan Liozu, this no-holds-barred discussion will dive into the key battlegrounds where these two approaches collide.

Will Excel’s familiarity and flexibility be enough to fend off the rising power of AI-driven pricing? Can spreadsheets handle the complexities of modern pricing, or do they still offer enough control and customization to stay competitive? And perhaps the biggest question of all: At what point does a business need to cut ties with Excel and embrace a software solution for pricing mastery?

Expect bold arguments, sharp counterpoints, and a few friendly jabs as we pit the classic spreadsheet against next-generation pricing technology.

About the Series:
In this 30-minute web series, Zilliant’s pricing pros, Stephan Liozu and Barrett Thompson, cut through the noise to tackle the real issues keeping manufacturing and distribution leaders up at night. No fluff, no filler—just timely insights, practical tips, and clear answers to the timely questions you’re already asking. Join us to rethink pricing and discover smarter ways to drive profit.