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TraceabilityJanuary 13, 2026

How Repacking Services Impact Traceability — and What Manufacturers Can Do About It

Retailers often request mixed-product displays to drive in-store sales — eye-catching pallets or half-skids stocked with assorted flavors and packaging. To fulfill these requests, food and beverage manufacturers frequently rely on repacking services that can assemble and ship these customized displays at scale. While this approach saves time and labor, it introduces a hidden risk: […]

ERPJanuary 8, 2026

Browser-Based Tools: The Next Step in Smarter Food and Seafood Operations

In the food, meat, and seafood industries, every second counts. From catch or slaughter to cold storage and distribution, producers need tools that make real-time decisions easier and traceability simpler. That’s where browser-based software for food and seafood businesses is changing the game. Instead of relying on clunky, on-premise setups or paper-based systems, more processors […]

TraceabilityJanuary 6, 2026

Blockchain and Food Traceability: What Needs to Happen Before It Can Deliver

“Blockchain” has become a buzzword in nearly every industry, including food manufacturing. The technology — originally built to record cryptocurrency transactions — offers a shared, secure digital ledger where multiple partners can record, verify, and access supply chain data. In theory, it’s an ideal fit for food traceability: transparent, fast, and verifiable. But in practice, […]

ERPJanuary 1, 2026

6 Things to Include in an RFP for Food, Meat, and Beverage Manufacturing Software

When food and beverage processors begin exploring new software, the first step often involves creating a Request for Proposal (RFP). While many start with generic templates, those documents rarely reflect the complexities of food production—especially when it comes to traceability, yield management, and compliance. To find the right technology partner, your RFP should help vendors […]

ERPDecember 30, 2025

Where Distribution Meets Manufacturing: How Food Businesses Are Redefining the Line

The food industry no longer fits into neat categories. Manufacturers distribute, distributors relabel, and co-packers produce on behalf of multiple brands. Many businesses that once viewed themselves purely as distributors are now performing functions traditionally associated with manufacturing — whether they realize it or not. From relabeling and kitting to managing co-packers and inventory, today’s […]

EDIDecember 18, 2025

How EDI Helps Food & Beverage Producers Prevent Spoilage & Stockouts 

Managing perishable goods is a race against time. For food and beverage producers, even small delays in communication or order processing can lead to spoilage, wasted inventory, and missed sales. That’s where EDI (electronic data interchange) comes in. By enabling real-time sharing of inventory, shipments, and demand forecasts, EDI helps companies move products faster, reduce […]

MESDecember 16, 2025

The Hidden Costs of Operating Without an MES 

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, efficiency and accuracy aren’t optional—they’re critical. Yet many manufacturers still operate without a manufacturing execution system (MES), unaware of the hidden costs this can create. From production errors and delayed outputs to compliance challenges and a lack of real-time insights, running without an MES can quietly erode productivity and profitability. […]

ERPDecember 9, 2025

A Complete Guide to Seafood Manufacturing Software: Challenges, Needs, and Must-Have Features 

Seafood manufacturers operate in one of the most complex and highly regulated sectors of the food industry. From maintaining freshness and traceability to managing variable yields and strict compliance standards, every stage of production presents unique challenges. This guide explores the top issues facing seafood manufacturers today—and the software solutions that can help address them. […]

Corporate NewsDecember 8, 2025

ISO 27001: A Mark of Quality in Information Security

ISO 27001: A Mark of Quality in Information Security Maritech has always kept security high on the agenda – and now it is formally documented. The ISO 27001 certification confirms that we work systematically to protect both our own and our customers’ data, providing added assurance that information is handled securely. Protecting data is about […]

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