Take control of food traceability software with Unleashed

When traceability data is spread across multiple systems, food manufacturers risk compliance issues, product waste, costly recalls and operational inefficiencies. Unleashed centralises inventory, production, purchasing and batch tracking in one platform, giving your team complete traceability from ingredient receipt to final sale software of food & beverage SMBs worldwide.

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Food And Beverage Manufacturing Software

Discover how growing food manufacturers gain visibility, control and confidence with Unleashed

Complete traceability

Assign unique batch and lot numbers to every product and track them throughout your supply chain. Unleashed gives you complete visibility into where products have been, where they are and where they've been sold, making recalls faster and inventory easier to manage.

Reduce waste

Minimise food waste with automated batch rotation and expiry date tracking. By using older stock first and receiving alerts before products expire, you can reduce losses while maintaining product quality and inventory accuracy.

Stay compliant

Meet food industry compliance requirements with automated record keeping and reliable product recall capabilities. Unleashed helps you maintain accurate traceability records, making audits and regulatory reporting simpler and more efficient.

Optimise production

Manage Bills of Materials, production costs, and deposit return workflows from one place. With complete visibility into recipes, ingredients, and production costs, you can improve planning while keeping your operations efficient and profitable.

Everything you need for complete food traceability

Unleashed food traceability software gives you everything you need to manage production, inventory, and purchasing from one connected platform. Improve inventory accuracy, simplify production and purchasing workflows and gain complete visibility across every stage of your food manufacturing operation.

Improve inventory accuracy and stock control

Gain real-time visibility into your inventory, optimise stock levels, and make smarter purchasing decisions. With automated costing and barcode scanning, Unleashed helps reduce manual work while keeping inventory records accurate.

Features

Inventory optimisation
Automatic product costing
Total inventory visibility
Barcode scanning

Complete food traceability from supplier to customer

Track every ingredient and finished product with confidence using Unleashed food traceability software. Assign batch and lot numbers, maintain accurate records, and quickly trace products throughout your supply chain to support compliance and improve inventory accuracy.

Features

Multi-level BOMs
Automatic record keeping
Document library

Manage production and purchasing with confidence

Keep your production and purchasing workflows connected in one platform. Unleashed helps you streamline planning, manage suppliers, and maintain complete visibility across your warehouses to improve operational efficiency.

Features

Production planning
Purchase order management
Supplier management
Unlimited warehouses

30+ integrations for custom workflows

Run your business the way you want to run it. Tech stack options are endless with Unleashed, with over 30 plug-and-play integrations for accounting, POS, eCommerce, and analytics software tools – plus full API access for your developers.

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See why Unleashed is the preferred software system for small-to-medium food and beverage businesses in this special demo.

What our customers say

“The [Unleashed] onboarding process was pretty smooth. You guys helped us get everything set up where it needed to be.”

– Sam Kenny, Operations Manager

"The [Unleashed] software has allowed us to operate at both those two different scales and was priced at a level that allowed us to scale in that way."

– Luke Bream, CEO

"Everything that's happening in the physical world is reflected in the system, so that Unleashed becomes that single source of the truth."

– Matt Oliver, Head of Operations

"For the past 6 months, by using the [Unleashed] software, I have found that I have a lot more time to myself. I’m not spending my time fixing or digging into problems with software, the business runs much smoother and that has allowed me to reduce my working days."

– Mark Weisner, Logistics & Operations Manager

"The things I like most about Unleashed is that it's grown with our business. As we've grown and got multiple manufacturing sites and different staff members in different locations, doing different things, it's been malleable enough to handle all of that."

– Jack Tarrant, Managing Director

Food traceability FAQs

Contact us today if you have more questions about how our food traceability software could work for your business.

Is food traceability required by law?

Yes, in the United Kingdom, food traceability is mandated by law. Regulation (EC) No 178/2002, retained in UK law post-Brexit, requires that food business operators establish systems to identify suppliers and recipients of food products. This "one step forward, one step back" approach ensures that businesses can trace products both to their source and destination. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) provides guidance to assist businesses in complying with these legal requirements.

What is traceability in the food supply chain?

Traceability in the food supply chain refers to the ability to track the movement of food products and their ingredients through all stages of production, processing, and distribution. This involves documenting and linking each step, from sourcing raw materials to delivering the final product to consumers. Effective traceability systems enable businesses to monitor product flow, manage risks, and respond efficiently to any food safety issues.

What is traceability in food safety?

In the context of food safety, traceability ensures that any food product can be traced back to its source and forward to its final destination. This capability is vital for identifying and addressing potential food safety hazards, such as contamination or adulteration. By maintaining accurate records, businesses can swiftly isolate and remove affected products from the market, thereby protecting public health.

Why is food traceability important?

Food traceability is essential for several reasons:

Consumer Trust: It enhances transparency, allowing consumers to have confidence in the safety and authenticity of their food.
Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to traceability requirements ensures compliance with legal standards, avoiding potential fines and legal issues.
Risk Management: It facilitates the swift identification and removal of contaminated or unsafe products, minimizing health risks and potential recalls.
Operational Efficiency: Effective traceability systems can improve inventory management and reduce food waste by closely monitoring product shelf-life.
Market Access: Demonstrating robust traceability can be a prerequisite for entering certain markets or supplying major retailers who require stringent food safety standards.

What is a traceability system in the food industry?

A traceability system in the food industry is a structured mechanism that records and tracks the journey of food products and their ingredients through all stages of the supply chain. Key components of such a system include:

Record-Keeping: Maintaining detailed logs of suppliers, processing activities, and distribution channels.
Product Identification: Utilizing labelling systems, such as barcodes or RFID tags, to uniquely identify products and batches.
Data Management: Implementing digital platforms to store, manage, and analyze traceability data, facilitating quick access and decision-making.

Implementing a robust traceability system not only ensures compliance with legal obligations but also supports overall food safety and quality management efforts.
In summary, food traceability is a legally required practice in the UK that plays a pivotal role in ensuring food safety, maintaining consumer trust, and enhancing operational efficiency within the food industry.