Data is key to continuous improvement and even survival in a competitive market. But, like any resource, your data only becomes valuable if it is of high quality and you have the tools to access and utilize it. As software, hardware and service systems continue developing innovations that tap into the power of AI and predictive analytics, food processing facilities can collect accurate data from machines, processing lines, and business practices in every department. The right software can then utilize that data to give you crucial insights into production.
In an industry where 1% yield can equal hundreds of thousands of dollars. It’s clear that even small changes can add up to huge benefits. By collecting reliable, accurate data at key production points, you can gain insights into operations, machines, employees, raw material utilization, equipment settings and more; showing you the precise areas where improvements can be made such as:
Innovations in technology mean most food processing facilities have equipment collecting incredible amounts of data, which just sits there, unused. Like reading in another language, without the right tool to collate and interpret this data in useful, readable formats and reports the insight it offers will continue to fill data banks or be deleted without reaching its full potential.
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Software systems using data analytics help highlight opportunities for improvement in real time, so you can address issues as quickly as they arise, as well as over longer periods, so you understand trends and use them to inform your business strategy.
Advanced food processing software provides clear displays and records of production data in a user-friendly, centralized system. Standardized reports can be used efficiently and easily by all. And, as every business is unique, reports can be created to meet specifics needs. With data-driven insights you gain complete control of operations and make decisions that continuously improve production processes.
Experience counts for a lot in improving production lines, but, even for the most experienced Production Manager there have always been surprises which, at best, cause bottlenecks or waste raw materials, and, at worst, bring production to a stop.
The latest dashboards display key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and control production in real time in easy-to-read graphs and tables. They give managers an insight into production lines they’ve never had before, enabling them to take action at the critical moment, to achieve the best results in food processing.
Imagine you’re driving and you have no dashboard, no road signs, and no GPS. The only thing you see is the road ahead, but you have no idea where you are, how fast you’re driving, if you have enough gas, how hot the engine is, and you get no alerts during the trip.
Laura Boon, Software Product Manager
JBT Marel
You’ll most likely get to your destination – especially if you know the car and the route well – but it could be a journey with needless interruptions and stressors. And even if things go well this time, you’ll struggle to repeat the same success with any confidence. The same applies in food processing. You can get by without the right tools, but are you using your energy, your equipment or your people in the smartest way possible?
AXIN Software is the fuel gauge, dashboard and GPS system for food production. Dashboards provide complete and accurate overviews of production, showing you what you need to know in real time. The analytics then highlight areas that need attention so you can swiftly fix costly problems and seize opportunities to optimize production runs.
Global regulations on food safety and traceability are always becoming more stringent. Consumer trends demand product transparency, including source information. And many government bodies are pushing for digital traceability records that improve product tracking for recall speed and accuracy. On top of this, are the country-specific requirements such as allergen information and nutritional values to be present on all consumer food and beverage products. Accurate digital data collection is a simplified way for processors to have this key data automatically collected from receiving to dispatch, aligned with product batches, and presented on labels.
AXIN Software automatically records critical tracking events (CTEs) and key data elements (KDEs) during processing. The data is assigned to specific products and batches providing numerous benefits for processors:
Understanding and analyzing your own data empowers you to make immediate and long-term strategic decisions that have far-reaching benefits for your business. Implementing new systems and techniques is vital to ensure customer satisfaction and keep up with the competition.
Fortunately, change doesn’t need to be difficult. With the support of our global service team, you can start with the essentials and scale up as needed. AXIN Software is designed to be scalable and intuitive, so you can grow into a larger interconnected system at your own pace.
JBT Marel’s AXIN Food Processing Software has the tools you need to automatically collect, analyze, and convert production data into visual insights, giving you complete control of production. Whether you’re ready to make the switch to data-driven processing or want to enhance your current setup, our software specialists are ready to help.