In this edition of the Spotlight, Nulogy explains how Nagel-Group is leveraging its co-packing software to increase flexibility and responsiveness across its network.
The pain points facing co-packers today
The challenges facing the co-packing industry are multifaceted. Labour shortages and rising wages are putting a strain on the workforce, while skill gaps make it harder to find and retain qualified personnel. At the same time, the reliance on outdated, manual systems for tracking production, inventory, and labour creates inefficiencies that can lead to costly errors and delays.
The lack of real-time visibility into production workflows and inventory also exacerbates the problem. Without a centralized system to monitor operations, co-packers often struggle to identify and address inefficiencies before they escalate. As demand for customization grows, co-packers are under increasing pressure to provide specialized packaging solutions that are both high-quality and delivered on time. This requires greater flexibility, which is difficult to achieve without the right systems in place.
Additionally, when teams rely on paper-based processes or spreadsheets, valuable operational knowledge tends to be confined to a few key individuals. This creates vulnerabilities, as businesses are at risk of losing critical knowledge when experienced staff leave or delays when key people take time off.
The ability to track and monitor production in real time, share data across teams and streamline workflows is crucial in an industry where speed, quality, and accuracy are non-negotiable. Many brands are now actively seeking out digitalized suppliers, making it a necessity for co-packers looking to stay competitive and meet the demands of major customers.
Nagel-Group’s approach to digital transformation
To tackle these challenges head-on, Nagel-Group, one of Europe’s leading food logistics companies, has begun implementing Nulogy’s Shop Floor Solution across its network, with plans to roll out the system to over 50 sites throughout Europe.
As a company with a turnover of €2.2 billion and more than 11,000 employees, Nagel-Group required a scalable and flexible solution to manage its co-packing operations across multiple locations. The decision to roll out Nulogy’s platform followed successful test installations at their Eschweiler and Deißlingen sites, where the platform demonstrated its potential to enhance operational control and efficiency.
By adopting Nulogy’s digital platform, Nagel-Group is gaining real-time visibility into workflows across production, packaging, inventory management and workforce allocation. This gives the company the ability to make faster, data-driven decisions, significantly improving its ability to respond swiftly to customer demands and adjust to market fluctuations.
How Nulogy’s shop floor solution delivers results
The collaboration between Nagel-Group and Nulogy has been instrumental in further enhancing operational excellence across the company’s European operations. By standardizing on Nulogy’s platform, Nagel-Group has significantly reduced manual errors and inefficiencies. The platform has automated many of the time-consuming tasks that previously required manual intervention, allowing staff to focus on more valuable activities.
Real-time insights into production workflows have enabled Nagel-Group to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks early, allowing for prompt corrective action before small issues develop into larger, costlier problems. Additionally, the platform’s detailed inventory and material tracking capabilities have helped reduce waste and optimize supply chain management, contributing to overall cost savings.
One of the most significant advantages of Nulogy’s platform is its ability to offer greater flexibility and traceability across Nagel-Group’s operations. Whether dealing with bulk orders or custom packaging runs, the system allows the company to quickly adapt to changing customer needs, ensuring orders are completed accurately and on time. The transparency provided by the platform has also improved communication between teams, leading to better coordination and fewer delays.
A strategic step towards growth
For Nagel-Group, the adoption of Nulogy’s Shop Floor Solution represents a key milestone in their digital transformation journey. Jens Kleiner, chief operating officer at Nagel-Group, stated:
“Our partnership with Nulogy is an important step towards the further digitalization of our service offering. With its scalability and focus on operational excellence, Nulogy is the ideal partner to support our growth.”
This digital platform has equipped Nagel-Group to not only tackle current challenges but also capitalize on future opportunities in the highly competitive food logistics sector. By leveraging Nulogy’s technology, the company is now better positioned to manage the growing demand for product customization while also improving efficiency, reducing costs, and maintaining high-quality standards.
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