If you’ve been in the milk aisle lately, you’ve probably noticed quite a few options beyond your standard 2% or skim. Consumers are increasingly interested in alternative options to dairy milk, whether it’s oat, soy or nut. According to Nielsen data, retail sales of plant-based foods in the United States […]

It can be a challenge to always stay on top of industry trends and best practices. There have been many great infographics about food and beverage manufacturing and processing recently, and we’ve gone through and compiled the ten best and most-relevant ones here. Global Trends Influencing Food and Beverage Processing […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how food manufacturers operate. AI can use what you know, learn what you do, and help make your business run better. It can do this by helping to streamline processes, make data-backed decisions, cut costs, and reduce the risk for human error. For food manufacturers, […]

Some of the industry’s biggest losses stem from faulty inventory management procedures; they can be easily overlooked, but they’re as essential to a healthy supply chain as employee education and mechanical upkeep. If raw materials are lost or mismanaged, it can reduce potential revenue, and it has the potential to […]

For many people, the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is futuristic and confusing—something of fantasy novels and films where the machines threaten to overrun and rule the human race. It’s true that the potential and power of AI is limitless. It’s incredible, really, the capabilities of this new technology. But […]

The food and beverage industry has grown exponentially over the last few years, thanks to technology, improved machinery, and overall demand. However, with the ever-changing landscape of food and beverage production, manufacturers must be lean and intentional with their processes and decisions. Maintaining profitability is a leading issue most manufacturing […]

Running a successful food business is complicated. Things like quality audits, food safety protocols, ingredient management and lot tracking are all crucial to the success of any food manufacturing or processing company. But without the proper technology in place, your company could be falling behind. Think about it like this: […]

Main Street Gourmet is a frozen bakery manufacturer specializing in custom products like muffins, bars, cookies, granola and brownies for national food operators and specialty grocery stores.   Located in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Main Street has been around since the late 1980s, and has transformed from a single storefront location in […]

Accurate production planning and scheduling is critical for a company to reduce changeover time between production cycles, minimize wasted materials and run effective manufacturing practices. Additionally, the data that can be mined from past manufacturing cycles is incredibly valuable. Historical data allows you to better forecast lead times, develop a […]