The food and beverage industry is one of the most regulated in the world, but inventory management tools and food traceability systems can empower food manufacturers — ensuring their reputations remain intact, and they avoid financial losses and fines.

Here are our top food safety technology tips for food manufacturers. 

1. Inventory Management Tools

Adopting inventory management tools and software systems can empower food manufacturers to ensure that all raw materials within their product lines are within their prescribed shelf lives. The software can also ensure that overstocking of goods does not occur, which otherwise may place pressure on the supply chain, which impacts storage and ultimately may lead to unsafe food handling practices. Leading inventory management software is the first step on your food safety journey. 

2. Edible Holograms 

An innovative approach to food safety in 2021 comes in the form of edible holograms, which can be ‘printed’ on the side of food products, according to International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA). Scientists have recently developed a method by which they mold edible holograms onto chocolate, and this successful initial deployment could evolve into an important new approach to the controlling and labelling of food and beverage products. According to the IHMA ‘Holograms are effective weapons in the frontline fight against counterfeiters and fraudsters, protecting brands and profits. Those involved in the food supply chain would be reassured by their presence on products, recognizing the security, brand enhancement and financial benefits provided.’  This important innovation is one to keep an eye on in the future.

3. Food Traceability Software 

Approximately one-third of all food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted. The economic costs of this food wastage are substantial and amount to more than $1 trillion per year. Furthermore, with the FDA recently instituting vast ‘farm-to-table’ traceability demands across the US food industry, it’s more important than ever before for food manufacturers to have a firm grip on their traceability compliance. A collaborative blockchain network set up between manufacturers and distributors makes 100% traceable food now possible for all. Many companies are still holding onto complicated and messy Excel spreadsheets and paper documents. But the most efficient food enterprises harness the power of traceability software, to run an optimised enterprise, and to meet the ever-increasing demands of the FDA. 

4. Safety Compliance Software 

Food safety regulations, which are mandated by law, can be daunting. Automated safety compliance software is an effective way for your food manufacturing enterprise to be fully compliant, whilst also reducing your operational paperwork. There are a number of systems on the market which can help your food manufacturing company enhance its safety and health measures. 

The pressures placed on food manufacturers to maintain food safety standards can be daunting. But don’t worry, Cashmere are here to help you! If your food and beverage company is looking to scale and grow via ERP solutions, traceability and demand planing software, while meeting all compliance standards, get in touch with Cashmere today.