FlaxitUp is a thriving food chain with 10 outlets across Mumbai. Known for high-quality meals and a customer-centric approach, the company faced increasing operational challenges as it expanded. Their website https://flaxitup.com/, serves as a central hub for customer interaction and order placement.
The client faced several operational bottlenecks:
Fragmented Data Sources: Manual entries in Google Sheets, form submissions, and third-party platforms (Swiggy, Zomato) led to inefficiencies and data inconsistencies.
Stock & Consumption Data Discrepancies: Varying units of measurement (grams, packets, kilograms) across stock and consumption reports made reconciliation difficult, causing forecasting errors of up to 28%.
Delayed & Unorganized Forecasting: Manual stock forecasting led to delays, with stockout risks increasing by 35%.
Lack of Real-Time Alerts: Missed form deadlines and emergency orders often went unnoticed, leading to 20% higher operational inefficiencies.
Inaccurate Performance Tracking & Incentives: Inconsistent branch performance metrics and non-standardized incentive calculations created disputes and dissatisfaction.
To streamline operations and enhance data accuracy, we implemented an automated, data-driven system:
Automated Data Integration
API Pipelines:
Integrated Petpooja for real-time stock updates, reducing manual intervention.
Automated Swiggy, Zomato, and FamePilot data collection for a unified feedback system.
Google Forms & Sheets Automation:
App Script automated data collection, instantly feeding responses into BigQuery.
Manual consumption data updates were automated to mark completion, ensuring clear tracking.
Advanced Forecasting System
Custom Forecast Algorithm:
Analyzed consumption trends for 150+ items, using past data to predict stock requirements with 90% accuracy.
Incorporated minimum order quantities (MOQs) to prevent understocking.
Unit Reconciliation & Conversion:
Standardized units across stock reports using a conversion matrix, reducing forecasting errors by 28%.
Real-Time Alert & Notification System
Google Chat Notifications:
Alerts 2 hours before form deadlines, reducing missed submissions by 40%.
Emergency order notifications enabled instant response.
Automated PO creation messages streamlined procurement workflows.
Daily branch performance summaries ensured transparency.
Instant maintenance issue alerts led to quicker resolutions.
Performance Scoring & Incentive Automation
Scoring Framework:
Deductions for missed deadlines, incomplete checklists, stale items, and customer complaints.
Incentive calculations were fully automated, ensuring fairness and transparency.
Automated Incentive Notifications:
Branches received real-time incentive breakdowns, boosting motivation and performance.
Comprehensive Dashboard Visualization
Looker Studio Dashboards:
Unified all data sources (Petpooja, FamePilot, Google Forms, and Sheets) into a single platform.
Provided real-time stock insights, sales trends, and customer feedback analytics.
Enabled data-driven decision-making for operational improvements.
Operational Efficiency: Eliminated 90% of manual processes, allowing teams to focus on strategic initiatives.
Enhanced Accuracy: Addressed stock forecasting errors, reducing discrepancies by 28%.
Proactive Decision-Making: Real-time alerts and dashboards ensured swift, informed actions.
Optimized Inventory Management: Improved stock forecasting, cutting wastage and ensuring availability.
Motivated Workforce: Automated performance tracking and incentive systems enhanced branch engagement.
FlaxitUp’s automation journey showcases the power of integrating APIs, real-time data processing, and advanced forecasting tools. By tackling complex operational inefficiencies, we delivered a scalable, robust system that streamlined resource management and reinforced FlaxitUp’s commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. This initiative has positioned them for sustained growth in the highly competitive food industry.