Thin margins, strict safety regulations, and highly perishable goods demand more than generic software
In the food and beverage industry, companies operate in a high-stakes environment where thin margins, strict safety regulations, and highly perishable goods are the norm. Managing these variables using manual processes or "siloed" software often leads to inefficiencies and increased risk.
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Food safety and compliance
Manual record-keeping makes it difficult to pass audits (FSMA, HACCP, BRCGS).
Inventory and waste management
High waste due to expired products, overstocking, or "shrinkage."
Food recipe and production consistency
Inconsistent batch quality, difficulty managing allergens, and manual calculation of "yields" and "rework."
Beverage recipe management and dilution
Producing beverages often involves creating a high-concentration syrup or mash that is later diluted or blended.
Industry challenges
The problems we solve for food and beverage companies
CORE ERP
Food safety and compliance
Solution: AI-powered ERP
Bi-directional Traceability: Track ingredients from "farm to fork" in seconds
Automated Quality Checks: Schedule mandatory quality tests at specific production stages
One-Click Recalls: The system generates a full recall report instantly, identifying exactly which customers received the compromised products
CORE ERP
Inventory and waste management
Solution: AI-powered ERP
Expiration Tracking: The ERP monitors shelf-life dates in real-time and alerts teams before products expire
FEFO Picking: The system directs warehouse staff to pick the oldest stock first, ensuring maximum freshness
Catch Weight Management: Handles dual units of measure (e.g., cases vs. kilograms) to ensure accurate pricing and inventory
CORE ERP
Food recipe and production consistency
Solution: AI-powered ERP
Integrated Recipe Management: Centralize formulas with version control
Allergen Tracking: Automatically flag allergens on labels and prevent cross-contamination by scheduling "clean-down" periods
Production Scheduling: AI-driven tools help optimize machine usage and labor based on real-time demand and material availability
CORE ERP
Beverage recipe management and dilution
Solution: AI-powered ERP
Formula Scaling: Automatically adjust ingredient quantities based on the target output volume or the potency of available raw materials
Quality Integration: If a lab test shows a batch is slightly off-spec, the system suggests "rework" instructions to bring it back to standard
What your team will actually use
An integrated Food & Beverage ERP built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central acts as a "single source of truth"
Tank and vessel management
In beverage production, your inventory is often liquid sitting in tanks. Traditional ERPs struggle to track real-time tank capacity.
The Advantage
Real-Time Tank Status: Visual dashboards show current fill levels, contents, and cleaning status. Automated Scheduling: The system schedules production based on tank availability, preventing "bottlenecks" before they happen.
Empty container and deposit management
Managing glass bottles, kegs, and aluminum cans involves complex deposit accounting and reverse logistics.
The Advantage
Container Tracking: Track returnable assets like kegs or pallets to specific customers. Automated Deposit Accounting: Automatically apply the correct bottle deposits and taxes based on the shipping destination's specific legal requirements.
Alcohol excise tax compliance
For producers of alcoholic or sugary beverages, tax compliance is a nightmare. Manual reporting for excise taxes is slow and risks heavy fines.
The Advantage
Built-in Excise Reporting: Automatically calculate and generate tax reports based on ABV (Alcohol by Volume) or sugar content and volume shipped. Configurable Excise Model: Can support multiple Excise Tax jurisdictions.
Demand forecasting & seasonal shifts
Beverage demand is highly seasonal (e.g., beer in summer, hot cider in winter). Overproducing leads to expired stock, while underproducing means missed shelf space.
The Advantage
AI-Driven Forecasting: Uses historical sales data and market trends to predict demand, allowing you to procure long-lead items in advance. Production Planning: Aligns raw material arrivals with your bottling line schedule to minimize warehouse "dwell time."
The ecosystem for food and beverage
Purpose-built for your industry
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
AI-powered cloud ERP unifying finance, sales, and operations. 25+ years of implementation expertise and 130+ go-lives across South Africa. Get a free assessment.
Aptean Food ERP
Purpose-built ERP for food manufacturers with farm-to-fork traceability, catch weight management, and automated compliance. Specialist implementation partner.
Aptean Beverage ERP
ERP built for breweries, bottling lines, and beverage producers. Recipe management, tank tracking, excise tax, and deposit accounting on Business Central.
Power Apps
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