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The food industry represents a very important part of the global economy. This sector includes all activities linked to the processing, distribution and marketing of agricultural products (fruits, vegetables, etc.), livestock products (meat, milk, etc.), fishing (fish, fruits, etc.). sea…), as well as forest products. Food products are distinguished by their sensitivity to temperature, their limited shelf life, as well as their regulatory requirements.

Agri-food logistics: complex needs

In the agri-food sector, logistics ensures that fresh and processed products arrive on time on the shelves, while respecting quality and safety standards . The whole constitutes a logistics chain that is sometimes complex and must face numerous specific requirements.

Health standards

The handling of food products requires strict compliance with health standards in order to avoid any contamination. Thus, cleaning protocols, disinfection of storage and transport facilities as well as staff training are elements that should not be neglected to guarantee food safety.

Cold chain management

Many food products, such as fruits, vegetables, meats and dairy products, must be stored at specific temperatures to preserve their freshness and nutritional qualities . Movements in the warehouse, delivery routes, constant monitoring of storage conditions... All of these aspects must be controlled and optimized. Indeed, any break in the cold chain, for example, can lead to losses and compromise food safety.

Product traceability

Who says food logistics, says product traceability The latter must be complete, from the source to the final consumer. This includes documenting and accurately tracking product movements from production to distribution. Technologies such as RFID tags and centralized information systems like a WMS play a key role in tracking product batches.

Agri-food logistics: what are the challenges?

The food industry is particularly complex on several levels. In a world where hygiene, food safety and environmental issues have become essential, agri-food logistics must respond to the challenges of its entire logistics chain.

Food security

Food safety is a sine qua non condition in agri-food logistics. In fact, contamination incidents can lead to serious consequences, including product recalls, financial losses and damage to the company's reputation. The implementation of rigorous quality control , combined with full traceability, helps minimize these risks and guarantee safe products to consumers.

Reduction of food waste

According to the UN, the world wastes 30% of the food produced each year. An edifying figure which represents a concern, both economic and environmental. In this context, optimized management of stocks and expiration dates not only reduces waste, but also improves profitability . Solutions like WMS help record all customer and supplier information and adjust stock levels accordingly, thereby reducing losses.

Optimization of logistics costs

Reducing transportation and storage costs is a constant objective in order to improve profit margins . In addition, optimizing these costs involves improving the efficiency of logistics processes , consolidating shipments and using a management solution such as a WMS. Note that effective logistics planning also reduces costs related to energy and fuel .

Adaptability and flexibility

Fluctuations in demand, seasonal variations and changes in consumer preferences require high flexibility in the supply chain. Businesses must be able to quickly adapt to maintain business continuity and meet customer expectations.

The role of WMS in agri-food logistics

A warehouse management system (WMS) constitutes a true partner in the optimization of agri-food logistics. Indeed, a WMS makes it possible to improve inventory management and guarantee traceability and food safety. It also plays an important role in reducing logistics costs , while increasing operational efficiency. Offering high adaptability and flexibility thanks to its scalability, WMS helps companies in the food sector to actively respond to logistical challenges and maintain high standards of quality and safety. It is a strategic investment for any company wishing to optimize its logistics operations and strengthen its competitiveness in the market.

Why use EGO WMS?

Developed by logisticians for logisticians, our inventory management solution, the EGO WMS , benefits from more than 35 years of developments and adaptations. Our WMS EGO software allows, among other things:

  • Complete management of expiration constraints: Contract Date per customer, FIFO, FEFO, blocking, management of sales deadlines, entry deadline, etc.
  • Unit monitoring of each reference with its own properties: Batch, manufacturing date, composition, etc.
  • Management of reservation prioritization rules,
  • A reminder of batches in one click with the sending of an email to all customers concerned.

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