PepsiCo Optimises Production Operations With Blue Yonder

A major global trading hub, Shanghai faces a mix of regional, national and international complexities including port congestions, regulatory challenges, infrastructure bottlenecks, geopolitical tensions, climate events, technological adoption rates, labour shortages, skill gaps, rising costs and sustainability.
To better address increasingly complex supply chain challenges, Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co is set to deploy Blue Yonder Production Planning to improve customer satisfaction, enhance asset utilisation and reduce waste in its supply chain.
The solutions will be implemented by Blue Yonder’s strategic partner, PwC.
One of PepsiCo’s important subsidiaries in China, Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co focuses on the development of the beverage business. The company primarily produces and sells popular beverage brands including PepsiCo, 7-Up, Mirinda and Gatorade.
Digitally transforming production
Blue Yonder, a specialist in end-to-end supply chain management solutions, is set to help Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co digitally transform its production planning by improving efficiency and optimising inventory structure and levels.
This will enable the organisation to reduce production, inventory and delivery costs while meeting business needs.
Key benefits of Blue Yonder Production Planning include:
- Reduced operating costs.
- Faster response times to changing demand and supply conditions.
- Optimised production plans.
- Real-time responses and the ability to modify rules depending on the scenario.
- Coordinated schedules, reduced inventory and minimised equipment changeovers.
“Successfully managing a supply chain the size of Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co's requires real-time visibility and coordination,” explains Antonio Boccalandro, President for the APAC region at Blue Yonder.
“We’re excited to team up with Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co to help optimise their operations and transform their supply chain into a competitive edge.”
PepsiCo in Shanghai
PepsiCo has a strong presence in Shanghai, with the city becoming something of a a strategic hub for its operations in China and APAC.
The city’s location and infrastructure make it ideal for managing supply chains, marketing strategies and business operations across Asia.
PepsiCo’s involvement in Shanghai includes:
- Manufacturing and distribution.
- Corporate and regional headquarters.
- Innovation and sustainability.
- Product development and tailored regional product offerings.
- Collaboration with local partners and communities to strengthen its brand presence and meet its CSR commitments.
- Research and development.
PepsiCo's involvement in Shanghai underscores its commitment to leveraging the city's strategic advantages while aligning with local market needs and global sustainability goals.
Mehmood Khan, Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer at PepsiCo, concludes: "PepsiCo continues to build global research and development capabilities that are differentiating our brands in the marketplace and driving attractive new growth opportunities."
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