Choosing the right copacking partner can make or break your food business’s ability to scale efficiently and maintain compliance. One of the most overlooked—but critical—factors in that decision is whether your food copacker uses an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
An ERP is more than just internal software. It’s a powerful system that integrates data, operations, inventory, and compliance into one central hub—giving food brands like yours a competitive edge.
- Scalability Starts with Systems
If you’re growing quickly or planning to expand into new markets, you need a copacker that can keep up. A copacker with ERP in place offers:
- Real-time inventory tracking of ingredients and packaging materials
- Production planning that matches your demand cycles
- Efficient procurement and vendor coordination so materials are always on-hand
- Faster order turnaround without sacrificing accuracy
This level of operational control means your copacker isn’t just reacting—they’re proactively managing your growth with scalable systems in place.
- Traceability Builds Trust
Food brands operate in a high-stakes environment where safety, compliance, and recall readiness are essential. A copacker with ERP ensures:
- End-to-end traceability: From lot numbers of raw materials to finished product batches
- Regulatory compliance: Detailed digital records that satisfy FDA, USDA, and other audit requirements
- Recall readiness: Immediate access to ingredient and batch data in the event of a recall
This not only protects your brand—it builds trust with your customers and retail partners.
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
When your copacker uses ERP, you’re not in the dark about your product flow. You can receive reports and dashboards that show:
- Inventory levels
- Production schedules
- Waste and yield metrics
- Order status and delivery timelines
That transparency allows you to make faster, smarter decisions—and reduces the risk of supply chain surprises.
- Fewer Errors, Greater Accuracy
Manual processes lead to costly mistakes. ERPs reduce human error by automating:
- Order processing
- Lot tracking
- Ingredient sourcing
- Labeling and compliance documentation
This accuracy ensures your product is packed exactly to spec—every time.
Why Pack’n Fresh Invested in ERP
Pack’n Fresh has implemented Power Central, a Microsoft Dynamic 365-based robust but easy to use and configurable system for Small and Mid-Sized Food Manufacturing and Packing companies.