If F&B Supply Chain Management Was a Christmas Song…

It's always been a surprise to us that supply chain management in the food and beverage sector has very few hit Christmas songs... So, to put things right, we've curated a playlist with tunes that capture the spirit of supply chains, adding a twist to your celebrations!

Last Christmas (look how much we've improved!)

Supply chain management is all about reflection and analysis, so this one is a perfect fit! "Last Christmas" isn't just a festive song -it's a reminder to analyse past performance and optimise future strategies!

What trends did you and your team encounter over the past 12 months? How did your supply chain handle peak seasons and unexpected disruptions? Did you experience any shifts in demand or logistical bottlenecks? Unpack those insights to prepare for the year ahead! Learning from past challenges can help you refine your operations and boost efficiency.

If you've got supply chain management software on hand, the best part is, you don't have to do this manually! Tools like Orderly help you look back over the year and identify areas of strength and improvement, helping you prepare for what's coming up next. Plus, with Orderly's demand forecasting and predictive ordering, you can make sure this happens in real time to iron out any supply chain kinks!

Let it snow! (but not on our drivers)

Weather plays a significant role in consumer sales, especially in the F&B industry. That's why at Orderly we offer solutions as part of our SCM software that factor in the weather's impact on labour, inventory, deliveries, and transport. The Orderly Digital Assistant uses big data and AI to predict disruptions and suggest proactive measures, keeping your supply chain running smoothly no matter what the forecast is.

Deck the halls (with PPTs)

A new year means a fresh start with new strategies to uncover! Ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged with a compelling PowerPoint deck that they can refer back to all the way through the year as the single source of truth for your supply chain strategy. Plus, if it's an online version, it means you can collaborate and make changes as you go!

O Come all Ye Faithful (employees)

Engaged teams are the backbone of any successful business. And at Orderly, we believe in empowering employees with the tools to drive continuous improvement. That's why our Digital Assistant provides clear, actionable insights for daily progress and gives each location a score based on Orderly's set criteria, sustainability and your business' benchmarks. Plus, drive the competition with a real-time leaderboard!

Joy to the World (through sustainable practices)

Every step towards sustainability counts. If you've prioritised eco-friendly practices in your supply chain, you're contributing to a better world. Plus, supply chain management tools like Orderly now come with a number of features to help you increase your sustainability, including food waste analysis and carbon tracking. Check out our latest sustainability guide to see how Orderly could help you improve!

Twelve Days of Christmas (and 3 key improvements)

With Orderly, you'll become accustomed to tracking your progress throughout the year. Focus on those key improvements you can implement daily to boost sustainability and profits across your locations.

Want to kick off the new year with a supply chain management software that really streamlines your processes? Book a FREE demo today.