Implementating a new ERP software system can be a challenging task for any food and beverage business. With that in mind, here are Cashmere Systems’ top 5 tips for successful ERP implementation that you should consider.

In the world of supply chain management, the terms demand planning and demand forecasting are often used interchangeably. But is there a real difference between them?

Each year Veganuary becomes increasingly popular. The challenge for consumers is to eat only plant-based foods for the month of January. The health and environmental benefits of pursuing this diet are clear, but for some the switch to an entirely vegan diet can be a challenge. So here are our top five tips for a truly successful Veganuary experience!

In the challenging world of food and beverage manufacturing, it’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) that can bring the most clarity and precision to business decisions.

Let’s take a look at the top 5 most important benefits of using AI in demand forecasting.

Between 2-6% of the US population is vegan, which means plant based trends are a vital part of the food and beverage industry landscape. So let’s take a deep dive into the top 5 plant based and alternative protein trends rising to the top in 2022!

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that food and beverage companies can use to support their operations. The best ERP systems support traceability, quality control, demand forecasting and planning, and waste management. Food and beverage specific ERP software has many benefits for companies, but here are the top 5!

With consumers now focused more on their health than ever before, it’s no surprise that personalized nutrition has become an important section of the food and beverage industry. Personalised nutrition is predicated on the idea that every human’s dietary needs are unique. Personalized nutrition technology leverages information on a specific consumer and their characteristics to deliver targeted, specific products and services. By tailoring food and beverage products to each individual, health benefits are optimized. And many innovators have developed some interesting personalized nutrition technologies and products. Let’s take a look.

By 2050 the global population will exceed 10 billion people. And analysis proves that if we continue with our current diets, there will be a shortage of protein. It’s this increasing demand for protein that has led food innovators to cultivate and promote alternative options. And cricket protein is one method by which we can meet the rising demand for protein with our growing population. But why should we consider shifting to this seemingly strange food source?

The global vegan food market is stronger than ever before. In fact the market is expected to reach $31.4 billion by 2026, registering a CAGR of 10.5% from 2019 to 2026. So it’s easy to see why many wealthy celebrities are investing in vegan food businesses. Here we take a look at which celebs are giving the plant-based market a boost.

Americans discard 30-40% of the nation’s food supply, which equates to one pound of food wasted per person, per day. Globally, we waste 1.4 billion tons of food every year. These statistics are shocking. Food waste has an environmental impact, leads to food insecurity, and wastes natural resources. In response, some powerful technologies have emerged, which each help to reduce food waste.

The vegan snack market is expected to grow to $73 million by 2028. A study by Future Market Insights predicts an annual growth rate of 8.7%. It’s an exciting time for this thriving corner of the F&B market, but what are the leading trends fuelling this incredible vegan snack food growth?

The American farm to table movement can be traced back to 1971, when the restaurant Chez Panisse was opened by Paul Aratow and Alice Waters in Berkeley, California. 50 years later and the movement is stronger than ever before. But launching an authentic farm to table restaurant is challenging. So here are some top tips to help you.

Strong demand planning is the cornerstone of business success. So what are the top 5 trends reshaping demand planning and forecasting today?

3D printed food has been one of the exciting food tech innovations in recent years. Simply understood, 3D printed food is an additive manufacturing technique, whereby most often syringes deposit food stuff layer by layer to build a structure. But what are the most amazing 3D food products on the market today?

Since its $13.7 billion acquisition by Amazon in 2017, Whole Foods has certainly been celebrated as a retail behemoth. And with its strong brand emphasis on organic, natural food, Whole Foods is a dream destination for manufacturers of all manner of food and beverage products. But how can new food innovators find a place on their elusive shop floor? Here are some top tips to help you navigate the path towards Whole Foods glory.

Nutritionally speaking, is there any such thing as a superfood? The truth is the term originated in marketing circles to influence food trends and encourage sales. In fact, early records suggest that The United Fruit Company generated the term as part of its marketing campaign to promote bananas! But the idea of a superfood remains strong across the world: a food product rich in nutrients that aids a healthy lifestyle. Kale, blueberries, turmeric, green tea, eggs and legumes are often put at the top of the superfood list. But what if you’re bringing a new superfood brand to the marketplace? How can you best position yourself to rise to the top?

For bakery and snack producers, the future looks bright. The market is projected to reach $108 billion by 2027. A paradigm shift in eating behaviour has seen snack foods emerge as an alternative to full meals. And producers of tasty, nutritional snacks are experiencing strong demand as they meet the ‘on-the-go’ lifestyles of consumers the world over. So looking beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, and into 2022, what are the top trends that are poised to reshape the snack scene?

Today about 60% of U.S. consumers now buy their groceries online. This has led to many innovations in physical stores; developments which can automate processes and give them an advantage over digital stores. Supermarkets, both large and small, are investing in large-scale automation technologies, from automated checkouts to sensor tags. Let’s take a deep dive into the top 5 ways automation is impacting and transforming the way we buy groceries in store!

When food and beverage companies analyse their supply chains most realise that their production and distribution processes are negatively impacting the environment. And this lack of sustainability also has a great impact on their long-term profitability. This fact is making zero waste, or sustainable business practices, increasingly popular. In fact, sustainability as a marketing strategy alone can be incredibly lucrative in addition to being highly ethical.

Series A funding in the food and beverage industry is essentially the second stage of startup financing, and the first stage of venture capital financing for a business. Series A is a form of equity-based financing that secures capital from investors by selling shares. But food and beverage tech founders face many challengers when pursuing series A funding; it’s a process which requires careful consideration and complex negotiation. So if you’re a food and beverage tech startup, here’s your all important series A funding checklist.