ConnectedFresh Saves Thousands for Grocery Warehouse Stores
Results at a Glance
Within 3 weeks of implementing ConnectedFresh:
- $55,000 saved in potential product loss
- 32 labor hours saved
- Proactive monitoring led to immediate issue resolution
Overview
A grocery warehouse store group faced the challenge of maintaining optimal refrigeration temperatures to protect perishable goods. Within the first three weeks of setting up ConnectedFresh’s real-time monitoring solution, the stores were able to avert potential product losses and save thousands of dollars.
The Challenge: Preventing Costly Product Losses
Ensuring refrigeration units maintained optimal temperatures was crucial for preserving product quality and preventing spoilage. Equipment failures could lead to unexpected temperature spikes, risking product losses. The grocery warehouse group needed a proactive solution to quickly identify these issues, giving them enough time to respond and protect their inventory.
The Solution: Real-Time Monitoring with ConnectedFresh
The grocery warehouse stores implemented ConnectedFresh’s monitoring solution across their locations. By using a variety of off-the-shelf sensors, the ConnectedFresh platform:
- Provided real-time alerts when temperature anomalies were detected
- Enabled instant action to resolve issues before they escalated
- Offered customizable thresholds, making sure only actionable alerts were sent to the team
Success Stories: Averting Disasters Early On
Walk-In Freezer Saves $25,000 in Product Within Weeks
- Early alert for temperature rise: A quick notification pointed to a temperature anomaly.
- Problem identified: A malfunctioning fan in the freezer.
- Outcome: Averted potential 50% product loss, saving an estimated $25,000.
- Labor saved: 16 hours spent in proactive issue resolution.
Quick Response Avoids $30,000 in Losses Just Days After Setup
- Temperature flagged in meat/dairy cooler: A ConnectedFresh alert signaled a problem with rising temperatures.
- Problem identified: A compressor failure.
- Outcome: Inventory was swiftly transferred to a reefer truck, preventing spoilage and saving $30,000.
- Labor saved: 16 hours dedicated to quick intervention.
Immediate Impact: Significant Savings Within Weeks
ConnectedFresh enabled the grocery warehouse stores to take action within hours of detecting refrigeration issues, saving $55,000 in product loss and 32 labor hours—all within the first three weeks of implementation.
"At ConnectedFresh, our goal is to protect inventory and streamline operations. When our client saved over $55,000 in three weeks, it confirmed for them that proactive monitoring is more than just a tool—it’s a game-changer for efficiency and savings.” – Jake Simon, Co-founder of ConnectedFresh
Why ConnectedFresh?
Customizable Monitoring & Actionable Alerts
The ConnectedFresh platform empowers grocery warehouse stores with the ability to:
- Quickly respond to equipment issues before they escalate
- Receive customizable thresholds and alerts that are highly actionable
- Optimize operations and prevent spoilage, ensuring inventory safety and operational efficiency
ConnectedFresh provided immediate value to this grocery warehouse store group by delivering quick ROI and protecting inventory.
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