Batch and Expiry Tracking in FMCG with SAP Business One

In the dynamic and fast-moving FMCG industry, where speed and efficiency, ensuring the quality and safety of products is critical. Batch and expiry tracking play a significant role in maintaining compliance, minimizing losses, and enhancing customer trust. With SAP Business One, FMCG companies gain a reliable solution to manage batch tracking and expiry dates seamlessly.

What is Batch and Expiry Tracking?

Batch tracking involves monitoring products through their manufacturing and distribution processes. Expiry tracking ensures that items nearing the end of their shelf life are prioritized or removed from circulation. This is especially important for FMCG products such as food, beverages, and personal care items, where quality and safety are paramount.

How SAP Business One Simplifies Batch and Expiry Tracking

1. Centralized Batch Management: SAP Business One provides a centralized platform to track batches from production to distribution. You can assign unique batch numbers to monitor product movement, ensuring complete traceability.
2. Expiry Date Monitoring: The system allows businesses to set alerts for products nearing their expiry dates. This enables FMCG companies to take proactive measures, such as running promotions to clear inventory or donating unsellable goods before expiration.
3. Regulatory Compliance: FMCG companies must adhere to strict regulations regarding product safety and traceability. SAP Business One simplifies compliance by maintaining detailed records of batch numbers, production dates, and expiry information, ready for audits at any time.
4. Minimized Wastage: Expiry tracking reduces wastage by ensuring products are sold or distributed before they become unsellable. This not only saves costs but also supports sustainability initiatives.
5. Customer Confidence: With precise batch and expiry tracking, companies can quickly identify and recall specific products if needed, safeguarding their brand reputation and customer trust.

Real-World Example

An FMCG company producing packaged snacks faced significant losses due to expired inventory. After implementing SAP Business One, the company achieved:

• A 25% reduction in expired stock through automated expiry alerts.
• Improved tracking accuracy, resulting in faster issue resolution during audits or recalls.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction, as they could assure consumers of the freshness and safety of their products.

Conclusion

Batch and expiry tracking are non-negotiable for FMCG businesses aiming to deliver quality products while reducing costs and meeting regulatory standards. SAP Business One provides a robust solution that simplifies these processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance at every step.

Ready to ensure quality and compliance in your FMCG business? Let SAP Business One transform your operations today!