How a QSR Chain Cut β‚Ή1L Ingredient Waste Monthly with Smart Tracking!

🧩 The Problem

The owner of Spicy Bites QSR was frustrated:

❌ β€œEvery day something gets spoiled… the waste is so high that there’s barely any profit left!”

πŸ“Š No proper tracking of daily stock
πŸ“‰ Staff manually noting usage β†’ frequent errors and delays
πŸ’Έ Over-ordering of raw materials
🧾 Unmonitored wastage leading to β‚Ή1 lakh+ monthly losses
🀯 Kitchen managers were stuck with stock sheets instead of focusing on operations

The owner summed it up:-
β€œI couldn’t tell if I was running the restaurant, or the stock sheets were running me!”

πŸ’‘ The Solution

  • We implemented our ERP + WhatsApp Automation system:

1️⃣ Step 1: Real-time Stock Tracking Dashboard
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  • Every outlet was connected to a central stock dashboard.

    • As raw materials were used or received, the system automatically updated quantities.
    • Managers and owners could see live stock levels anytime, anywhere.
    • Alerts were generated when any item approached minimum stock level.

2️⃣ Step 2: Private Dashboard for Owner & Key Managers β€”

  • Custom dashboards were designed for decision makers.
  • Real-time wastage alerts, refill reminders, and fast access to key data.
  • Outlet-wise comparison to identify underperforming locations quickly.

3️⃣ Step 3: HR Module Integration β€”

  • Staff attendance, shift scheduling, overtime calculation, and payroll were fully automated.
  • Leave requests and approvals were handled digitally.
  • Shift rosters reduced unnecessary overstaffing.

4️⃣ Step 4:Purchase Control + Vendor Payment Automation β€”

  • Purchase requests were auto-initiated when stock dropped below a set limit.
  • Approvals routed digitally to the purchase manager β†’ faster, error-free ordering.
  • Vendor invoices and payment reminders were automated to avoid delays or overpayments.

5️⃣ Step 5: WhatsApp Automation for Daily Alerts β€”

  • Automated WhatsApp alerts were sent for low stock items, pending approvals, or unexpected wastage.
  • Kitchen managers, purchase teams, and owners were all in sync without long calls or emails.

6️⃣ Step 6: Reports & Analytics for Continuous Improvement β€”

  • Daily reports highlighted any unusual wastage or consumption spikes.
  • Outlet performance compared side-by-side β†’ weak spots easily identified.
  • Expense leakage and over-ordering were flagged instantly.

πŸ“Š The Result

πŸ’° β‚Ή1 Lakh monthly wastage eliminated β†’ Direct profit increase
πŸ‘· Kitchen managers focused on smooth service, not paperwork
🧠 No manual stock counts β†’ 100% accurate stock tracking
πŸ’Έ Salaries, shifts, and overtime handled automatically
πŸ“‰ Vendor payments organised β†’ No blocked working capital
😊 The owner said: β€œFor the first time, I feel like I’m running my restaurant… not the other way around!”

πŸ” Why It Worked

βœ” Smart system, not extra manpower
βœ” Everything auto-tracked β†’ Nothing missed
βœ” Instant WhatsApp alerts β†’ Faster decisions
βœ” Simple dashboards β†’ No complicated learning curve

πŸ“£ Final CTA

β€œWant to manage your food chain without stock headaches?”
β€œLet’s set up your own ERP + WhatsApp dashboard.”
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