ERP for Food and Beverage Manufacturers in Canada
Real-time visibility into costs, inventory, compliance, and margins — built for the complexity of erp for food and beverage operations.
- Batch & lot traceability
- Shelf-life & expiry date control
- Accurate production & landed costing
- Compliance-ready financial reporting
Operational performance overview
- Real-time visibility across inventory, production, and finance
- Batch-level traceability with compliance-ready reporting
- Accurate cost allocation by product, lot, and production run
- Multi-entity financial consolidation in real time
INVENTORY ACCURACY
98%
WASTE REDUCTION
-12%
MARGIN VISIBILITY
+8%
25+ Years
Experience
ERP Implementation
500+
Trusted By
Organizations Nationwide
Certified
Partnership
Sage & Acumatica Partner
Proven
Expertise
Canadian Compliance
ERP Challenges in the Food and Beverage Industry
Traditional accounting software struggles to support the realities of food and beverage manufacturing.
Tight Margins & Rising Costs
Food and beverage businesses operate with thin margins. Without accurate costing and margin visibility, profitability is often assumed rather than measured.
Shelf Life & Waste Risk
Poor expiry control leads to unnecessary waste, recalls, and write-offs — directly impacting cash flow.
Compliance Requirements
Regulations such as CFIA, FSMA, and customer audit requirements demand accurate, accessible traceability data at all times.
Disconnected Systems
Many companies rely on a mix of accounting tools, spreadsheets, production systems, and third-party inventory software.
Not sure if your current systems can handle these challenges?
Core ERP Capabilities for Food & Beverage
Build a resilient operation with features designed specifically for your industry.
Batch & Lot Traceability
A specialized ERP enables full end-to-end traceability — from supplier to customer — ensuring rapid response to recalls, audits, and quality issues.
Business Impact
- Faster recall response times
- Reduced regulatory risk
- Increased customer confidence
Recipe & Formula Management
Manage recipes, formulas, and versions while automatically calculating ingredient usage, yield variance, and cost impact.
Business Impact
- Accurate product costing
- Controlled recipe changes
- Improved consistency
Production & Landed Costing
Unlike generic systems, calculate true cost per batch, including labor, overhead, freight, and yield variance.
Business Impact
- Accurate margin analysis
- Better pricing decisions
- Improved profitability
Quality Management & Compliance
Built-in quality workflows allow organizations to document inspections, certifications, and audit trails.
Business Impact
- Audit readiness at all times
- Reduced manual documentation
- Lower compliance risk
Shelf-Life & Expiry Control
Native FIFO and FEFO logic ensures inventory is consumed and shipped in the optimal sequence.
Business Impact
- Reduced waste and write-offs
- Improved inventory turns
- Better service levels
Inventory Forecasting
Analyze historical demand and seasonality to improve purchasing and production planning.
Business Impact
- Reduced stockouts
- Lower excess inventory
- Improved cash flow
Why Generic ERP Systems Fail
Generic systems were not built to handle perishability, compliance, and production complexity.
Feature
Generic ERP
Food & Beverage ERP
Traceability
Limited or no batch tracking
- Native batch & lot
Expiry Management
Manual Workarounds
- Automated FEFO
Costing
Inaccurate / Standard
- Real-time Production
Scalability
Heavy Customization
- Industry Standard
ERP for Food and Beverage for Every Stage of Growth
We partner with leading ERP providers to implement the right solution for your specific needs.
Ideal for complex food manufacturing and distribution operations with multi-site, multi-country, and advanced supply chain requirements.
Best Suited For:
Process Manufacturing
Multi-location Operations
Complex Compliance
Offers flexibility and scalability for growing food and beverage businesses seeking cloud-based operations without per-user licensing.
Best Suited For:
Growing Manufacturers
Cloud-first Organizations
Flexible Models
Best-in-class financial management for multi-entity food and beverage organizations requiring advanced reporting.
Best Suited For:
Finance-driven Orgs
Multi-entity Consolidation
Strong Reporting
Why Food & Beverage Companies Choose IWI Consulting Group
Choosing the right ERP is only half the equation. Successful outcomes depend on implementation expertise. We focus on delivering business value — not just software.
- Deep understanding of food and beverage workflows
- Expertise migrating from legacy and disconnected systems
- Canadian regulatory and financial reporting knowledge
- Long-term post-go-live support
How we help in practice
Manufacturer Case
Reduces inventory waste by improving expiry management
Distributor Case
Improves inventory turns and order fulfillment speed
Multi-Entity Case
Consolidates financials in real time across all locations
Frequently Asked Questions about ERP for Food and Beverage
How long does ERP for Food and Beverage implementation take?
Most projects range from 4 to 9 months depending on complexity. We use a phased approach to ensure value is delivered quickly
Is ERP only for large manufacturers?
No. Modern cloud ERP solutions like Acumatica scale for mid-sized and growing companies, offering enterprise-grade features at an accessible price point.
Is ERP disruptive to operations?
With proper planning, testing, and training, disruption is minimized. Our methodology focuses on business continuity throughout the go-live process.
Can ERP integrate with existing systems?
Yes. Modern ERPs have robust APIs to integrate with specialized production equipment, warehouse management systems (WMS), and third-party logistics platforms.
What is the ROI timeline?
Most organizations see measurable improvements in inventory accuracy, waste reduction, and administrative efficiency within the first year of operation.Most projects range from 4 to 9 months depending on complexity. We use a phased approach to ensure value is delivered quickly
Ready to Gain Control Over Your Operations?
ERP provides the visibility, control, and scalability required to compete in today’s food and beverage industry.
What's included in your Free Assessment?
- Analysis of your current inventory & production workflows
- Identification of compliance & traceability gaps
- Personalized ERP recommendation & roadmap