Introducing NetSuite:

NetSuite’s End-to-End Food and Beverage Business Management System

NetSuite’s End-to-End Food & Beverage Business Management System integrates key back and front office systems into a single, service-based, web-based application. This cloud-based ERP platform unifies financials, inventory, supply chain, production, and CRM, providing real-time data visibility and seamless integration across your entire value chain. From farm to fork, NetSuite optimizes procurement, simplifies manufacturing, and powers data-driven decision-making so you can ensure you deliver fresher, faster, and more profitable food & beverage experiences.

INVENTORY AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
✓ Track ingredients, finished goods, and WIP across farms, warehouses, and production facilities with real-time visibility.
✓ Manage lot numbers, expiry dates, and recall procedures for product traceability and compliance.
QUALITY CONTROL AND COMPLIANCE
✓ Automate quality checks, non-conformance reporting, and corrective action workflows.
✓ Manage and document adherence to HACCP, FSMA, and other industry regulations.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
✓ Generate reports tailored to food and beverage needs, like COGS analysis and recipe profitability.
✓ Streamline financial operations with automated invoicing, payments, and revenue recognition.
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
✓ Create and manage complex recipes with accurate costing and yield tracking.
✓ Optimize production schedules based on demand forecasts, resource availability, and lead times.
DEMAND PLANNING
✓ Utilize historical data and industry trends to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels.
✓ Collaborate with suppliers and partners for efficient inventory management and product availability
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (CRM)
✓ Gain insights into customer preferences, purchase history, and interactions across all touchpoints.
✓ Develop and execute targeted marketing campaigns based on customer segmentation and behavior analysis.
E-COMMERCE AND OMNICHANNEL CAPABILITIES
✓ Manage online sales channels seamlessly with order processing, fulfillment, and payment integration.
✓ Provide a consistent customer experience across physical stores, online platforms, and mobile apps.
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYTICS
✓ Gain insights into key performance indicators (KPIs) like sales trends, inventory levels, and production efficiency.
✓ Leverage data visualization and advanced analytics to identify trends, predict demand, and make informed decisions.

Core Functionalities of NetSuite:

For the Food and Beverage Industry

Core Functionalities of NetSuite:

For the Food and Beverage Industry

INVENTORY AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
● Track ingredients, finished goods, and WIP across farms, warehouses, and production facilities with real-time visibility. ● Manage lot numbers, expiry dates, and recall procedures for product traceability and compliance.
QUALITY CONTROL AND COMPLIANCE
● Automate quality checks, non-conformance reporting, and corrective action workflows. ● Manage and document adherence to HACCP, FSMA, and other industry regulations.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
● Generate reports tailored to food and beverage needs, like COGS analysis and recipe profitability. ● Streamline financial operations with automated invoicing, payments, and revenue recognition.
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
● Create and manage complex recipes with accurate costing and yield tracking. ● Optimize production schedules based on demand forecasts, resource availability, and lead times.
DEMAND PLANNING
● Utilize historical data and industry trends to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels. ● Collaborate with suppliers and partners for efficient inventory management and product availability
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (CRM)
● Gain insights into customer preferences, purchase history, and interactions across all touchpoints. ● Develop and execute targeted marketing campaigns based on customer segmentation and behavior analysis.
E-COMMERCE AND OMNICHANNEL CAPABILITIES
● Manage online sales channels seamlessly with order processing, fulfillment, and payment integration. ● Provide a consistent customer experience across physical stores, online platforms, and mobile apps.
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYTICS
● Gain insights into key performance indicators (KPIs) like sales trends, inventory levels, and production efficiency. ● Leverage data visualization and advanced analytics to identify trends, predict demand, and make informed decisions.

Challenges NetSuite Solved for the Food and Beverage Industry

Manual data entry and siloed systems cause inaccurate inventory and production inefficiencies.

Poor supply chain visibility hindering ingredient tracking, quality assurance, and response to disruptions.

Complex compliance regulations leading to struggles with accurate documentation for food safety and traceability.

Limited financial insights hindering profit analysis.

Challenges managing customer relationships and personalizing marketing campaigns across different touchpoints.

Falling behind in omnichannel capabilities, struggling to offer a seamless customer experience across physical and online channels.

Drowning in data overload without the tools to analyze trends, predict demand, and make data-driven decisions.

Difficulties in accurately forecasting demand, leading to overstocking, waste, and stockouts.

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The NetSuite Stairway for Food and Beverage Industry

The NetSuite Stairway offers a step-by-step approach for Food and Beverage Industry companies to overcome industry-specific challenges and maximize growth.

1. Establish

Unify your entire food chain with a single, cloud-based platform for financials, inventory, orders, and production control. Gain clear visibility across your operation, ensuring compliance and optimizing profitability.

2. Elevate

Empower your people with centralized scheduling, payroll, and performance management. Drive project profitability with complete visibility and insightful cost tracking, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

3. Expand

Win more business by ending complexities with integrated online ordering and automated billing. Streamline logistics, eliminate manual processes, and redirect resources from tactical tasks to grow your business.

4. Accelerate

Ensure more accurate inventory tracking, more efficient production scheduling, and more profitable demand prediction. Create lifetime customers with hyper-personalized marketing campaigns that deliver what your customers want, what they asked for.

5. Dominate

Focus on leading your industry, not managing the technology, and exploring new business possibilities, knowing that you never have to worry about the foundation. Scale as you need, only when you need, to take advantage of market demand, one delicious dish at a time.

The NetSuite Stairway for Food and Beverage Industry

The NetSuite Stairway offers a step-by-step approach for Food and Beverage Industry companies to overcome industry-specific challenges and maximize growth.

1. Establish

Unify your entire food chain with a single, cloud-based platform for financials, inventory, orders, and production control. Gain clear visibility across your operation, ensuring compliance and optimizing profitability.

2. Elevate

Empower your people with centralized scheduling, payroll, and performance management. Drive project profitability with complete visibility and insightful cost tracking, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

3. Expand

Win more business by ending complexities with integrated online ordering and automated billing. Streamline logistics, eliminate manual processes, and redirect resources from tactical tasks to grow your business.

4. Accelerate

Ensure more accurate inventory tracking, more efficient production scheduling, and more profitable demand prediction. Create lifetime customers with hyper-personalized marketing campaigns that deliver what your customers want, what they asked for.

5. Dominate

Focus on leading your industry, not managing the technology, and exploring new business possibilities, knowing that you never have to worry about the foundation. Scale as you need, only when you need, to take advantage of market demand, one delicious dish at a time.

StellarGrade: Your Food & Beverage NetSuite Success Partner

Deep NetSuite & Industry Expertise

Our seasoned consultants don’t just understand NetSuite; they live and breathe Food & Beverage. From streamlining multi-location inventory management with Advanced Inventory to ensuring compliance with FSMA regulations through built-in tools, we tailor NetSuite to your specific challenges and opportunities.

Streamlined Workflows & Optimized Operations

Streamlined Workflows & Optimized Operations

We seamlessly integrate NetSuite with your existing ERP architecture, leveraging SuiteFlow for powerful automation and SuiteAnalytics for real-time visibility. Imagine optimized production scheduling with Advanced Manufacturing, streamlined sales & distribution with Order Management, and data-driven decision-making with Business Intelligence.

Long-Term Partnership

Our partnership goes beyond a simple implementation. We believe in collaborative Agile methodologies, ensuring transparency and continuous feedback. From initial requirements gathering and system configurations with SuiteScript to user acceptance testing and post-go-live support, we work hand-in-hand with your team, fostering a true sense of ownership and ensuring successful NetSuite adoption.

A Unique Approach for Tailored NetSuite Solutions

At StellarGrade, we empower your team with in-depth NetSuite training for their specific roles and workflows. Our certified trainers host interactive sessions that deliver the confidence and expertise your team needs. Plus, we don’t stop when training ends. We provide on-demand technical assistance, proactive issue resolution, and optimization recommendations.

Cost-Effective Solution

We understand the importance of a cost-effective approach. We focus on delivering value-driven solutions that optimize your NetSuite investment and ensure a measurable return on investment. We leverage SuiteCloud solutions for efficient implementations, eliminate redundant customizations, and prioritize data-driven insights to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

StellarGrade: Your Food & Beverage NetSuite Success Partner

Deep NetSuite & Industry Expertise

Our seasoned consultants don’t just understand NetSuite; they live and breathe Food & Beverage. From streamlining multi-location inventory management with Advanced Inventory to ensuring compliance with FSMA regulations through built-in tools, we tailor NetSuite to your specific challenges and opportunities.

Streamlined Workflows & Optimized Operations

We seamlessly integrate NetSuite with your existing ERP architecture, leveraging SuiteFlow for powerful automation and SuiteAnalytics for real-time visibility. Imagine optimized production scheduling with Advanced Manufacturing, streamlined sales & distribution with Order Management, and data-driven decision-making with Business Intelligence.

Long-Term Partnership

Our partnership goes beyond a simple implementation. We believe in collaborative Agile methodologies, ensuring transparency and continuous feedback. From initial requirements gathering and system configurations with SuiteScript to user acceptance testing and post-go-live support, we work hand-in-hand with your team, fostering a true sense of ownership and ensuring successful NetSuite adoption.

A Unique Approach for Tailored NetSuite Solutions

At StellarGrade, we empower your team with in-depth NetSuite training for their specific roles and workflows. Our certified trainers host interactive sessions that deliver the confidence and expertise your team needs. Plus, we don’t stop when training ends. We provide on-demand technical assistance, proactive issue resolution, and optimization recommendations.

Empowering Health and Beauty Companies for Success

Cost-Effective Solution

We understand the importance of a cost-effective approach. We focus on delivering value-driven solutions that optimize your NetSuite investment and ensure a measurable return on investment. We leverage SuiteCloud solutions for efficient implementations, eliminate redundant customizations, and prioritize data-driven insights to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

Key Benefits

Implementing NetSuite through StellarGrade offers several key benefits for your service company:

Improved Efficiency

NetSuite streamlines and automates key aspects of your business, enhancing decision-making visibility and resource optimization, leading to improved efficiency and profitability.

Comprehensive Solutions

NetSuite’s integrated applications cover financial management, project and resource management, customer relationship management, and more, providing an end-to-end solution for your organization.

Anytime, Anywhere Access

With NetSuite’s cloud-based platform, you can access your business information online and via mobile devices, allowing your team to work flexibly and efficiently, regardless of location.

Cost-Effectiveness

NetSuite’s subscription model eliminates the need for expensive hardware maintenance and upgrade costs. The latest software enhancements are applied automatically, and customizations carry over with each upgrade.

Customizability

NetSuite’s SuiteCloud allows for easy customization of the platform to meet your unique business needs, ensuring a tailored solution that fits your organization perfectly.

StellarGrade’s Approach

StellarGrade’s Approach

At StellarGrade, we are experts in implementing NetSuite for service companies. Our team has deep industry knowledge and experience, ensuring that we understand your specific pain points and requirements. We work closely with you to tailor NetSuite’s features and functionalities to your business, providing a seamless and efficient implementation process.

NetSuite Datasheets / White Papers

Why food and beverage companies are switching from QuickBooks to NetSuite

FAQ

    • Yes, NetSuite supports Food and Beverage supply chain management, offering end-to-end features that provide real-time visibility and collaboration, embedded demand planning and efficient procurement processes to help manage the challenges of perishable goods and stringent compliance requirements.

    • With robust traceability features, quality control processes, and detailed documentation capabilities, NetSuite helps companies more readily comply with the numerous and ever-changing food safety regulations while also maintaining high-quality products. Detailed tracking of lot numbers, expiration dates, and other attributes makes it easy to comply with regulations such as FDA, FSMA, etc.

    • No problem. NetSuite’s multi-location and multi-currency management features enable Food and Beverage businesses to run seamlessly across regions. With NetSuite, you can manage your entire business in a unified system and see financials, inventory and operations in real-time with the peace of mind that the system is supporting global compliance and reporting.

    • NetSuite helps improve demand planning by providing businesses with robust demand planning tools and analytics. This support enables companies to plan more accurately, reduce waste and optimize inventory levels to meet customers’ needs without overstocking or creating stockouts.

Don’t Just Implement, Elevate: Partner with StellarGrade for NetSuite Success

Tired of siloed systems, inefficient operations, and limited insights? It’s time to raise a glass to a new era of success with NetSuite and StellarGrade as your trusted partners.

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