Case Study

Restaurants, Cafes, and Bars Reducing Waste with Odoo’s Insights

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Restaurants, cafes, and bars often face the costly challenge of managing food waste, overstocked supplies, and inefficient inventory practices. These issues not only impact profitability but also contribute significantly to environmental concerns. That’s where Odoo’s smart business insights come in. With its powerful ERP and inventory management features, Odoo empowers food and beverage businesses to take full control of their stock, sales, and reordering processes in real-time.

Industry

Food & Beverage

Services

Design, Development, Support and Deployment

Business Type

Restaurants,Cafe, Bar

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Ingredient Tracking in Real Time

Ingredient Tracking in Real Time

Monitor ingredient usage live to avoid spoilage and control stock levels with accuracy and efficiency.

Analyze top-selling and slow-moving items to reduce waste and improve purchasing decisions.

Smart Sales & Inventory Insights

Analyze top-selling and slow-moving items to reduce waste and improve purchasing decisions.

Automated Stock Reordering Tools

Automated Stock Reordering Tools

Set reorder points and automate purchases to prevent both stockouts and overstock situations.

Centralized Multi-Outlet Dashboard, Manage inventory, sales, and waste across all branches from one intuitive, unified dashboard.

Centralized Multi-Outlet Dashboard

Manage inventory, sales, and waste across all branches from one intuitive, unified dashboard.

Impact of Reducing Waste in Restaurants, Cafes, and Bars with Odoo’s

Implementing Odoo’s intelligent inventory and analytics tools allows restaurants, cafes, and bars to significantly cut down on food and supply waste. With real-time ingredient tracking, automated reordering, and data-driven sales insights, businesses gain full control over their operations reducing unnecessary expenses and improving profitability.

By minimizing spoilage, overstocking, and inefficiencies, food businesses not only boost their margins but also contribute to sustainability efforts. Odoo’s centralized dashboard empowers managers to monitor multiple outlets seamlessly, identify performance gaps, and streamline purchasing decisions. As a result, many F&B businesses experience up to 30% less food waste, 20% higher profit margins, and more efficient daily operations.

Simple iterative Agile Process

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Planning

Defined goals and gathered requirements.

Design & Prototyping

Created workflows and system design.

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Development in Sprints

Built solution in short sprints.

Continuous Testing

Tested functionality and fixed bugs.

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Client Reviews

Collected feedback and made adjustments.

Iteration & Deployment

Improved solution and deployed successfully.

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Reducing Waste and Boosting Profits

Challenges

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Excess Inventory and Spoilage

Over-ordering ingredients without accurate tracking leads to spoilage and waste. This directly impacts food costs and reduces overall profit margins.

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Uncontrolled Portioning

Bartenders and kitchen staff often over-serve or use inconsistent portions. This results in higher ingredient usage and loss of standardization.

3

Poor Stock Visibility

Lack of real-time insight into inventory levels causes overstocking or running out of essentials. This disrupts service quality and creates operational chaos.

4

Inaccurate Sales Forecasting

Without proper sales data, it’s hard to predict demand accurately. This leads to mismatched inventory and missed revenue opportunities.

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Manual Reordering Mistakes

Reordering stock manually often leads to duplication or delays. This inefficient process increases waste and slows down kitchen performance.

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Profitability Blind Spots

Business owners struggle to track profit-impacting metrics. Without centralized analytics, identifying loss points becomes nearly impossible.

Technology platforms

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Python

Solutions

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Precise Portion Control Monitoring

Integrate portion tracking to reduce over-pouring and food prep inconsistencies. This improves quality control and lowers excess ingredient usage.

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Vendor and Purchase Integration

Connect directly with vendors for smooth procurement and better pricing. Odoo logs vendor history, delivery timelines, and costs for optimization.

3

Menu Engineering Tools

Gain insights into which dishes are most profitable or waste-heavy. Revise menus for higher margins and reduced ingredient complexity.

4

Waste Analysis & Reduction Reports

Odoo generates reports on where and why waste occurs. Helps pinpoint problem areas and implement corrective actions quickly.

5

Custom Alerts and Notifications

Set up custom alerts for low stock, expiry, or high-waste trends. Keeps teams proactive and reduces the chance of operational hiccups.

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Performance-Based Profit Tracking

Monitor how waste reduction impacts profitability in real time. See direct financial gains from smarter inventory and kitchen practices.

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Reduced Food Waste

Track ingredient usage and expiry dates in real time to prevent spoilage. This directly lowers kitchen waste and saves on food costs.

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Increased Profit Margins

By minimizing waste and overstock, businesses retain more revenue. Efficient stock usage leads to better cost control and higher profits.

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Smarter Purchasing Decisions

Odoo’s sales insights help you order only what sells. Avoid dead stock and invest in high-demand ingredients.

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Real-Time Stock Visibility

Monitor inventory levels across all areas instantly. This allows quick decision-making and avoids over or under-ordering.

5.

Sustainability and Brand Reputation

Reducing waste supports eco-friendly operations. Builds a positive image and appeals to environmentally conscious customers.

Outcomes and Benefits

Our Odoo Journey in Helping Restaurants, Cafes, and Bars Cut Waste and Boost Profits

At SDLC Corp, we specialize in transforming food and beverage operations through intelligent Odoo solutions. Our journey in Odoo restaurant management has empowered restaurants, cafes, and bars to reduce food waste by up to 30%. By integrating real-time inventory tracking, automated reordering, and sales analytics, we help clients streamline their operations and cut unnecessary costs. As a leading Odoo Development Company, we deliver tailored ERP systems that optimize stock control and significantly boost profit margins. From eliminating spoilage to improving vendor coordination, our customized solutions ensure operational efficiency across every kitchen and bar.

Businesses that partner with SDLC Corp not only reduce waste but also enhance customer satisfaction through consistent product availability. Whether you’re managing a single outlet or a growing chain, Odoo with SDLC Corp makes waste-free, data-driven restaurant management a reality.

Our Clients’ Experience With Us

From startups to global enterprises, we’ve helped businesses unlock real value through AI and digital innovation. Here’s what our clients have to say about partnering with us  their wins, our collaborations, and the impact we’ve made together.

R. Prabhakar
CEO

Working with SDLC Corp has been a game-changer for our business. Their team of casino-certified developers took the time to understand our specific needs and delivered a tailored solution that exceeded our expectations. From consultation to implementation, every step was seamless. We’re thrilled to have partnered with an official casino partner who truly understands our industry. Highly recommend SDLC Corp for any casino game development needs!

Overall Satisfaction
Shridhar Shah
Sr. Manager

SDLC Corp’s experience and dedication were evident from day one. As a business looking for a robust casino game development solution, we needed a partner who could guide us through the complexities of game design and implementation. With their 15+ years of experience, the team provided insightful recommendations and ensured a smooth launch. Our games are now more engaging, and our players enjoy a seamless experience. Choosing SDLC Corp as our casino game development company was one of the best decisions we made.

Overall Satisfaction
Ashish Agarwal
CEO

We had a fantastic experience with SDLC Corp! Their casino game development services transformed our outdated games into a seamless, engaging experience. The fact that they’re an official casino game partner gave us confidence, and their team’s expertise shone through every step of the way. Their commitment to quality and attention to detail is unmatched. We now have a scalable game solution that meets our needs perfectly

Overall Satisfaction

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