The food and FMCG industry thrives on speed, safety, and compliance. Whether it’s spices in India, dairy products in the Middle East, packaged foods in Europe, or beverages in the USA, one factor remains constant: strict quality control.
Managing batch numbers, expiry dates, and product recalls is non-negotiable. Yet, many businesses still rely on Excel sheets or disconnected systems to track this data, leading to costly errors.
This is where Odoo ERP steps in — offering complete control over batch management, shelf-life tracking, and regulatory compliance in one integrated platform.
1. Batch Number Management
Every batch produced or received needs a unique identity for traceability.
- Odoo ERP automatically assigns batch/lot numbers to incoming goods.
- Simplifies recall processes by linking each batch to purchase, production, and sales orders.
- Ensures end-to-end traceability from factory to customer.
Example:
A packaged snack company in Ahmedabad, India, reduced recall response time from days to hours with Odoo’s batch tracking.
2. Expiry Date Tracking
Perishable goods come with expiry risks. Missed expiry dates = stock loss.
- Odoo ERP assigns expiry dates to each batch.
- Alerts warehouse managers before products expire.
- Supports FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired, First Out) inventory flows.
Example:
A dairy business in Dubai, UAE, implemented Odoo ERP and reduced expired stock wastage by 20%.
3. Regulatory Compliance Across Geographies
Food compliance rules vary globally:
- India: FSSAI, Food Safety Standards.
- Middle East: ESMA & GSO standards.
- Europe: EU food safety regulations.
- USA: FDA standards.
Legacy systems require manual reporting, while Odoo ERP ensures:
- Automatic labeling with batch and expiry.
- Digital record-keeping for audits.
- Easy product recall compliance.
4. Integration with Supply Chain & Sales
Batch and expiry tracking doesn’t work in silos. Odoo ERP connects it with:
- Sales & CRM → Sales teams can view available stock by expiry date.
- Production Planning → Avoids using raw materials nearing expiry.
- Warehouse & Logistics → Automated product picking using FEFO.
Example:
A beverage distributor in New York, USA, integrated Odoo ERP with logistics, reducing expired deliveries by 15%.
5. Real-Time Reporting & Insights
- Dashboards for expiry alerts across warehouses.
- Reports on expired vs. sold products.
- Cost of wastage analysis for better planning.
Example:
A European FMCG chain used Odoo ERP to track batch wastage, saving €200,000 annually.
Why Food & FMCG Businesses Prefer Odoo ERP
- End-to-end batch and expiry tracking.
- Global compliance readiness.
- Modular and cost-effective compared to legacy ERPs.
- Scales from SMEs to multinational FMCG brands.
Why BrowseInfo?
BrowseInfo has delivered Odoo ERP for multiple food & FMCG companies across India, Middle East, Europe, and USA.
- 1500+ ERP deployments worldwide.
- Odoo Gold Partner with 250+ ready-to-use apps.
- Expertise in batch, expiry, and compliance automation.
📩 For demo: sales@browseinfo.co.in
Conclusion
The food and FMCG industry cannot afford stock wastage, recall delays, or compliance risks. With Odoo ERP, businesses in India, the Middle East, Europe, and the USA can stay ahead with automated batch and expiry tracking, real-time alerts, and seamless compliance.
BrowseInfo ensures your ERP works as hard as your business does — making sure every product reaches shelves fresh, safe, and compliant.