What’s the Difference Between Analytics and Business Intelligence?
If you can’t immediately distinguish the two, you’re in good company. Many business experts have differing views on where to draw the line between business intelligence and analytics. What they do agree on is that both are necessary to solve problems and keep your company growing and moving forward. Business intelligence (BI) is more about […]
Benefits of Wireless DEX
Using DEX/UCS (DEX) communications at the time of delivery can be helpful or required in servicing stops for retailers that use it. Advantages for consumer goods suppliers that use DEX can include: Speed up and increase the accuracy of the receiving process Reduce delivery disputes Meet retailer delivery requirements or preferences DEX/UCS is a standard […]
Mobile Hardware Device Selection Guidance
The success of DSD operations is directly dependent upon the performance of front-line sales reps, supervisors, and distribution workers. Companies can achieve success by providing their employees with the software and hardware tools that help them do their jobs and ensure their best performance. Handhelds, mobile computers, scanners, tablets, smartphones, and mobile printers are all […]
Top 6 Effective Strategies for Reducing Food Waste in Manufacturing
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reports that the world will need to continue increasing its food production capacity until there’s been a 60% rise from 2005 levels by the time we reach 2050. We need this expanding food production capability if we wish to feed the future world population. While many people are concerned […]
Using Efficient DSD Workflows for Time and Financial Savings
Direct Store Delivery (DSD) operations are challenging due to the volume, pace, complexity, and physical nature of the work. Typically in the perishable food industry, there is some inefficiency in DSD-related operations whether on routes, in plants, in depots, or in distribution centers. Addressing these inefficiencies can have significant, direct, operational, an d financial benefits […]
AI is Changing the Food and Beverage Industry
Constantly changing marketing conditions. Following regulatory procedures that vary by jurisdiction. Making adjustments to soothe consumer worries brought on by a pandemic. Dealing with supply-chain disruptions and concerns about inventory. If any of this sounds familiar, you’re probably a part of the food and beverage (F&B) industry. This market sector has dealt with a lot […]
Using Advanced Forecasting to Maximize Sales and Reduce Stales
Business today is very challenging and getting even more complex, particularly in the perishable food industry. Bottom line results are always paramount with maximizing sales and reducing stales and returns understandably a common focus for companies in the perishable food industry. Companies that are able to improve their stop level orders can have a direct, […]
How ERP Software Can Improve Your Business’ Operations
There are many options available for tackling the everyday operations of your food manufacturing business. While different software packages meet different specific needs, you will find the most success with software that lets different departments communicate effectively with each other. This is the primary goal of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). ERP systems integrate financial data, […]
Next Steps for the FSMA Act: Food Traceability Proposed Rule
Since 2011, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has created a series of rules and regulations to help food growers and producers be more proactive in terms of food safety. These rules were created as part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Rather than waiting until a foodborne pathogen causes widespread illness, the FSMA […]
How to Find the Right Co-Packer to Accelerate Your Growth
Finding the right co-packer for an emerging business has always been a challenge, even pre-COVID. It has become abundantly clear that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has created numerous challenges to the perishable food industry. One of the farthest-reaching challenges involves how to bring new and innovative products to market. In the past, startups could travel […]