Aparna’s Inventory Management Solution Helps Autoparts Ltd Achieve 99.9% Accuracy & 42% Faster Fulfillments

Client: ABC Foods Pvt. Ltd.

Industry: Food & Beverage

Challenge: Inefficient inward management processes led to delays, inventory inaccuracies, and compliance risks for ABC Foods.

Background

ABC Foods, a leading name in the packaged food industry, was facing a logistics nightmare.

Despite their market success, ABC Foods’s warehouse was overflowing, but they couldn’t get the right products out the door on time.

Frequent errors in stock documentation and delays in goods receiving posed risks to regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction.

Aparna Warehousing, a trusted expert in 3PL solutions, was brought in to resolve these challenges.
With their proven inward management services, Aparna streamlined ABC Foods’ operations to achieve remarkable efficiency and accuracy.

Challenges

ABC Foods faced a growing number of inventory challenges due to their reliance on outdated and manual processes.

Here are some key challenges they were facing with their incoming inventory:

Inventory Inaccuracies
Manual documentation errors led to frequent discrepancies in stock levels, affecting inventory planning and customer deliveries.

Regulatory Compliance Risks
Lack of robust traceability for incoming goods posed challenges in adhering to food safety regulations such as FSMA.

Delayed Goods Processing
Inefficient inward handling processes caused bottlenecks, delaying the availability of goods for dispatch.

Perishable Goods Management
Without a reliable system to track expiration dates, valuable goods were spoiling, leading to waste and lost profits.

Solution

Aparna Warehousing, experts in 3PL solutions for the FMCG sector (which includes food and beverage industry), stepped in to address these challenges. They implemented a custom-engineered inward management system that addressed ABC Foods’ unique challenges:

Comprehensive Goods Receipt Process: Automated barcode and RFID systems ensured real-time logging and reduced manual errors by 95%.
Quality Inspection Protocols: Rigorous checks during goods receipt ensured compliance with food safety standards and prevented defective goods from entering the supply chain.
FIFO and FEFO Inventory Rotation: Advanced systems ensured first-in, first-out (FIFO) and first-expired, first-out (FEFO) principles were seamlessly followed for perishable goods.
Real-Time Tracking: Aparna’s integrated software provided visibility at every step, enhancing traceability and aiding compliance with FSMA requirements.

Implementation

The solution was rolled out in structured phases over a period of 6 months:

Assessment and Customization

Aparna’s team conducted a detailed assessment of ABC Foods’ existing processes and tailored their inward management services accordingly.

Technology Integration
RFID and barcode systems were deployed, integrated with ABC Foods’ inventory management software for real-time tracking.

Process Optimization

Standard operating procedures for goods receipt and inspection were redefined to minimize delays and errors.

Training and Support

ABC Foods’ staff were trained to use Aparna’s systems, ensuring smooth adoption and ongoing efficiency.

Results

Aparna’s inward management solution delivered impressive results:

95% Reduction in Documentation Errors: Automation significantly improved inventory accuracy.
30% Faster Goods Processing: Streamlined processes accelerated goods availability for dispatch.
100% Compliance with FSSAI: Enhanced traceability and quality checks ensured full regulatory adherence.
Reduced Stock Wastage: Improved stock rotation minimized spoilage, saving costs.

Client Testimonial

“Compliance with FSSAI regulations is critical in our business. Aparna’s inward management system has given us the peace of mind we needed. The traceability is excellent, and audits are no longer a stressful affair. I highly recommend their services to any FMCG company.”

— Operations Manager, ABC Foods Pvt. Ltd.

Conclusion

The successful implementation of Aparna’s inward management system at ABC Foods demonstrates that efficient inward management is the key ingredient to thriving supply chain operations.

By leveraging Aparna’s expertise and infrastructure support, ABC was able to avail a robust Inward management system for their business, achieving significantly higher accuracy, speed, and compliance with food industry regulations.

Are you ready to unlock similar success in your own supply chain? Discover how Aparna Warehousing’s customizable 3PL and warehousing solutions can help you reduce operational costs and have a thriving business.