FDA compliance and enhanced traceability for a nationwide bakery

The situation

A large-scale nationwide baking company with five U.S. locations needed a robust product-traceability system to comply with FDA food-safety regulations and meet stringent customer requirements. Its existing methods struggled to provide the necessary compliance and operational efficiency.

The company turned to Mr. IIoT — a trusted business-systems integrator they'd worked with before — to design and build a Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) system that met regulatory and customer requirements while integrating with their ERP and warehouse management systems.

The challenge

1. Regulatory compliance: adhering to FDA food-safety traceability requirements was non-negotiable.
2. Customer demands: several customers required traceability data in real time.
3. System integration: the solution had to work both independently and as part of the ERP and WMS.
4. Tailored functionality: off-the-shelf wasn't an option — it had to fit their workflows precisely.

The solution

• Custom SSCC system: designed from scratch for seamless traceability, meeting FDA and customer compliance requirements.
• Integration: built into the company's ERP and WMS for compatibility with existing workflows.
• SHARC IoT sensors: deployed at the Florida facility to collect real-time data on metrics like target percentages and productivity, and to enhance automated print-and-apply.
• Responsive support: 24/7 service and quick issue resolution kept downtime minimal.

“Chris Misztur and the team were incredibly solution-focused. They didn't just deliver a product but worked closely with us to understand our business needs and build something that worked perfectly for us.”— Director of IT

The result

1. FDA and customer compliance: the SSCC system fulfilled all regulatory and customer traceability requirements.
2. Operational efficiency: automated processes and SHARC sensors improved productivity and reporting accuracy.
3. Customized fit: the system integrated seamlessly into existing platforms, reducing manual errors.
4. Reliable support: exceptional service, including off-hours assistance during critical moments.

“The system was something we were struggling to achieve without their help. It's now a key player in compliance and operational efficiency. I'm already looking for more opportunities to involve Mr. IIoT in future projects.”— Director of IT