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While around 85% of food and beverage manufacturers have integrated smart #technology into their factories, many feel they are not unlocking the full potential of their plant floor data. Industry 4.0, data and analytics, and manufacturing technology leaders from top F&B organizations recently united at the Robust #data management Strategies Virtual Roundtable to explore and establish the steps to leverage data for streamlined manufacturing processes. Download the recording today to unlock innovative insights from Kraft Heinz' David Mendoza, Ferrero's Roshni Desai, mode40’s Cameron Bergen, Cargill’s Lothar Lang and Jarrod Anderson: https://lnkd.in/euxgGaGj Advance your food & beverage #smartmanufacturing journey by joining David, Roshni, and Cameron at #SmartManuFB in Chicago, IL, USA on 27 March 2024. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eaGp_bMZ #Automation #DigitalTransformation #Digitalization #Ai #ML #IIOT #DigitalTwins #Chicago #SmartManuFB

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In grocery and food distribution, effective inventory management can make or break success. Our latest blog explores how powerful AI-driven solutions including AI demand forecasting, real-time tracking, and automated replenishment, are helping grocers and food distributors enhance accuracy, reduce waste, and boost profitability. Learn how the right tools can drive real results. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gvKTifgf #GroceryIndustry #FoodDistribution #AIDemandForecasting #InventoryControl #OrderGrid #SupplyChainTech #EfficientOperations

📣 If you’re at the POI Spring Summit today, come say hi! Alycia Rivas, Alan Miller, Jack Donnelly & I are talking all things TPM, TPO & RGM! 🛒 With CPG brands spending over $1T in trade each year, making every penny count matters. I'm excited about our new AI capabilities that help KAMs sell smarter, faster and better. Eliminating some of that admin work doesn't hurt either. 😉 🚚 I'm also excited about our latest innovation, Direct Store Delivery. Powered by Einstein AI 💡, Direct Store Delivery recommends optimal delivery routes for consumer goods van drivers, identifies special product handling needs (such as for frozen or heat-sensitive items), and helps drivers manage replenishment actions for individual store locations — all in one platform. This helps increase the efficiency of each CPG delivery to a retail location while eliminating inventory shortages and increasing product revenue. Promotion Optimization Institute #POI2024Chicago #POISpringSummit #ConsumerGoodsCloud

Operating in a highly competitive FMCG market, Kraft Heinz needed more accurate demand forecasting to manage seasonal demand, promotional pressure, and changing consumer preferences.     To unlock the full potential of their new planning tool, they turned to EyeOn for support in implementing machine learning into their demand planning process.    From discovering key demand drivers to building an in-house modular forecasting engine, the support of Bohdana Shumanska and Rijk van der Meulen helped Kareem Sadek and his team to:    ✅ Prove the value of machine learning in demand forecasting, improving accuracy and reducing bias    ✅ Implement a highly flexible and scalable forecast engine that meets Kraft Heinz's current and future forecast needs    ✅ Train the team to take full ownership of the forecast engine, enabling them to ensure it continued success independently    Throughout the project, our team ensured a seamless knowledge transfer, enabling Kraft Heinz to scale and maintain their forecasting engine for long-term success.    Want to know how data science can transform your demand planning? Check out Kraft Heinz's success story and see how EyeOn can help you improve your forecast performance: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eeqj_Xn8    #supplychain #machinelearning #AI #demandforecasting #smarttouch 

The food wholesale industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation. With the rise of AI and automation, we’re seeing supply chains that are faster, smarter, and more efficient than ever before. 🔑 Key Benefits of Technology in Food Distribution: 1️⃣ Predictive Analytics: AI helps forecast demand, reducing waste and optimizing inventory. 2️⃣ Automated Logistics: Automation streamlines order fulfillment, improving speed and accuracy. 3️⃣ Real-Time Tracking: Advanced tools provide visibility into shipments, enhancing reliability. 4️⃣ Sustainability: Tech-driven insights promote eco-friendly practices in food export. Embracing these innovations isn’t just about staying competitive—it’s about creating a resilient, future-ready supply chain. 🌱 📌 Are you ready to leverage technology in your food wholesale operations? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! #foodwholesale #supplychaininnovation #AIinbusiness #sustainability #futureoflogistics

Kraft Heinz digital chief Dafne Guisard departs - CIO Dive: Big Data · AI · Software · Leadership. An article from site logo. Dive Brief. Kraft Heinz digital chief Dafne Guisard departs. The organization's ... #bigdata #cdo #cto

Grocery retail is under a state of transformation. New technologies are driving innovation from applications to point of sale. At this year's California Grocers Association's Executive Conference, industry leaders discussed how the business is changing and how AI is influencing that change. Columbus Consulting International's Craig Rosenblum participated on an innovation panel to share his insights on the topic and explain how Columbus Consulting is helping retailers adopt technology to drive profit. Learn more about our grocery services here: https://lnkd.in/eVZC3u-7 #retail #grocery #cga #artificialintelligence #technology #transformation

Operating in a highly competitive FMCG market, Kraft Heinz needed more accurate demand forecasting to manage seasonal demand, promotional pressure, and changing consumer preferences. See here how EyeOn supported Kraft Heinz

While Kraft Heinz Foods uses AI and automation solutions across its entire supply chain, the Claussen pickle application which ensures the perfect crunch of a pickle is by far the most fascinating. Claussen pickles are known for their freshness, going from farm to jar in less than 10 days. To achieve consistency Kraft Heinz implemented an AI vision system at its pickle factories. AI vision is used to analyze the pickles before they reach the production line. Their density is and the length and circumference of the cucumbers is measured to make sure that the crunch, that everybody wants, in Claussen pickles is perfect. Beyond pickles, Kraft Heinz is implementing AI and automation solutions across its entire supply chain, from forecasting demand to optimizing transportation. With the addition of technology, Kraft Heinz emphasizes that the human element remains crucial to Kraft Heinz's success. Read the full story. #humanstandard #forwarding #logistics ASF, creating exceptional human experiences in global logistics.