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The food industry is no stranger to change. Climate change is amping up the heat (literally), putting pressure on every aspect of food production – from farm to fork.
From unpredictable weather patterns to rising costs and disrupted supply chains, food manufacturers and distributors are facing a new set of challenges that demand smarter, more sustainable ways of working.
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If your current business systems are giving you headaches, it’s time for a change. The food industry is evolving fast, and agility is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s essential.
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It’s no secret that the food industry has experienced a strange and unpredictable year. From panic buying and empty shelves to the rise of takeaway-only dining, businesses have had to pivot fast. From one extreme to the other, food businesses have had to respond quickly to the changes. While some have struggled to keep up, those with the right tech, like a fully integrated ERP system, have stayed ahead of the curve.
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Every time we sit down with a new food company, we ask the same question: What’s driving you up the wall right now? And without fail, someone says “spreadsheets.”
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Dry January isn’t just a trend anymore; it’s a lifestyle shift. In 2025, 15.5 million Brits pledged to go alcohol-free for the month (Alcohol Change). Big brands are jumping on board: Lucky Saint is now the official beer of the Dry January challenge, and Majestic Wine saw a 600% spike in no- and low-alcohol sales since 2022 (The Drinks Business).
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Inflation isn’t just a buzzword; it's a harsh reality for UK food and drink manufacturers and distributors. In June 2025, food prices surged by 3.7% year-on-year—the fastest rate since March 2024, driven by climate-hit harvests, higher labour, energy, and packaging costs (The Guardian).
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Food manufacturing and distribution isn’t just about making, processing, and delivering delicious food and getting it out the door. It’s about managing inventory, ensuring compliance and food safety, optimising supply chains, and keeping consumers happy, to name a few.
Without a centralised system to handle all these complexities, food businesses can lose revenue, waste staff time and resources, and struggle to grow. As competition increases and technology evolves, many food and beverage companies turn to ERP (enterprise resource planning) software, especially systems designed for the food industry like Dynamics Food (powered by Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central).