FE Ingredients
Achieving Rapid Compliance and Growth with GraniteWMS
Introduction – A Fresh Approach to Food Safety
FE Ingredients, based in Toronto, Canada, is a trusted distributor specializing in premium baking ingredients. Serving bakeries and food manufacturers across Ontario, FE Ingredients has built a reputation on quality, reliability, and exceptional customer service. In January, FE Ingredients faced a critical challenge – they needed to pass a stringent food safety audit scheduled for February. At that time, their warehouse operations were entirely paper-based, lacking systems and standardized processes required for certification.
Challenge – Transitioning from Paper to Digital
With only four weeks to prepare, Dave Iacobelli, CEO, and Jay Capaldi (CFO and IT) recognized the urgency and spearheaded the transition. Warehouse managers Rado and Michael embraced the project enthusiastically, knowing a rapid shift from manual methods to digital solutions was essential. FE Ingredients needed a robust, user-friendly warehouse management system that could be implemented rapidly and ensure compliance with rigorous food safety standards. Key requirements included:
- Real-time inventory tracking
- Accurate batch and lot traceability
- Comprehensive audit reporting
- Quick and efficient implementation
Solution – Implementing GraniteWMS in Just Four Weeks
GraniteWMS was selected for its proven track record in food distribution, ease of use, and rapid deployment capabilities. Within just four weeks, GraniteWMS transformed FE Ingredients’ warehouse from a paper-dependent environment to a fully digital, barcode- driven operation.
GraniteWMS provided:
Real-Time Inventory Management:
Immediate visibility of inventory status, stock locations, and batch numbers, ensuring traceability and compliance.
Simplified Compliance Reporting:
Automated documentation and robust reporting capabilities facilitated swift audit preparation.
Easy Adoption and Flexibility:
A user-friendly interface allowed quick adoption by warehouse staff, streamlining the transition and minimizing operational disruption. The GraniteWMS team worked closely with FE Ingredients during the entire process, ensuring seamless integration with existing workflows and ERP systems, and provided personalized support tailored to the specific challenges faced by FE Ingredients.
“The GraniteWMS product and support team have been outstanding. The implementation was incredibly well-coordinated and executed quickly, and their team has been proactive in troubleshooting and developing custom solutions for our needs.”
– Jay Capaldi, CFO, FE Ingredients
Results – Passing the Audit and Enhancing Operations
Thanks to the swift and effective implementation of GraniteWMS, FE Ingredients successfully passed their February food safety audit with an impressive score of 85%. The main drop in points was due to a lack of traceability on items purchased and sold before the WMS was introduced. The benefits experienced by FE Ingredients include:
Immediate Compliance:
Successfully passed the critical food safety audit shortly after implementation.
Increased Efficiency:
Eliminated manual errors, significantly reducing inventory discrepancies and improving order fulfilment accuracy.
Enhanced Traceability:
Real-time tracking of batches and lots simplified product recalls, reduced waste, and improved overall food safety practices.
“The GraniteWMS support team stands out as one of the best I’ve worked with—responsive, solution-driven, and always willing to adapt to our unique requirements. The system’s flexibility and access to real-time data have been game-changers for us.”
– Jay Capaldi, CFO, FE Ingredients
Conclusion – Positioned for Future Growth
GraniteWMS not only helped FE Ingredients rapidly achieve compliance but also positioned the company for scalable growth. With a robust digital warehouse management system now in place, FE Ingredients is confidently prepared to expand its operations and meet future market demands with efficiency and agility. During a follow-up visit to the site, the GraniteWMS team identified follow-up functionality that would further enhance operations and launch into adding these to the mix, all part of the engagement that GraniteWMS offers. GraniteWMS continues to support FE Ingredients’ commitment to delivering premium baking ingredients reliably and safely to their customers.
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