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Inventory forecasting

Optimize your food cost with forecasting

  • Automate your raw material purchasing
  • Manage your daily production
  • Anticipate your activity with revenue forecasts
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Optimize your profitability

Forecast and adjust your revenue

Yokitup lets you forecast your revenue based on the weather or events. You anticipate your activity and make informed decisions to grow your revenue.

  • Adjust your daily revenue forecasts to match demand peaks.
  • Analyze the gaps between your forecasts and your actual sales.
  • Anticipate the staffing you need with revenue forecasts.
Actual revenue compared with forecasts and the weather in Yokitup

Order forecasts

Optimize your raw material purchasing

Manage your raw materials efficiently with our purchasing forecast algorithm. Get accurate order recommendations to order the right quantities from your suppliers at the right time.

  • Avoid overstock and stockouts by ordering exactly the quantities needed to meet demand.
  • Minimize costs by avoiding raw material waste.
  • Save time by automating the ordering process.
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Anticipate your daily production needs

Our forecasting algorithm lets you plan your production day by day, based on expected demand, to avoid waste and maximize your profitability.

  • Avoid waste by producing just what you need.
  • Meet daily demand and adjust production accordingly.
  • Improve your operational efficiency by optimizing your production processes.
Forecasts and quantities of pizza dough balls to produce in Yokitup
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Questions about using forecasting in your restaurant? We've got answers!

How do inventory forecasts work in Yokitup?

Yokitup forecasts are designed to simplify inventory management for restaurateurs, reduce costs and minimize waste:

Data collection: Our software collects the essential data needed to build accurate inventory forecasts. This includes sales history, seasonality, market trends, changes in demand and other relevant parameters. The richer the data collected, the more accurate the forecasts.

Advanced analysis: Once the data is collected, the software uses advanced analysis algorithms to detect patterns and trends. It takes various factors into account, such as public holidays, special events and even weather conditions that can affect demand. Forecasts are adjusted accordingly.

Real-time tracking: Yokitup offers real-time tracking of inventory levels and performance against forecasts. Restaurateurs can quickly adjust their inventory management to what is actually happening on the ground.

What are the benefits of inventory forecasts for restaurateurs?

Inventory forecasts play a crucial role in improving efficiency and reducing costs in restaurants.

Reduce waste: One of the most significant benefits of inventory forecasts is waste reduction. By accurately predicting demand, restaurateurs can avoid overstocking perishable products. This reduces food waste and the associated costs, improving profitability.

Optimized purchasing: Inventory forecasts let restaurateurs order the right quantities of products at the right time. This prevents stockouts and also reduces storage costs and the capital tied up in excess inventory.

Cost control: By combining accurate data with smart forecasts, restaurateurs can reduce their operating costs. This includes lower costs related to overproduction, storage, waste management and the time spent placing orders.

Better customer satisfaction: Efficient inventory management ensures products are always available when customers want them. Stockouts are avoided, which contributes to a positive customer experience.

Time savings: Automated forecasts reduce the workload, freeing up time to focus on what matters. This helps optimize human resources and simplifies the overall management of the restaurant.

How can I integrate inventory forecasts into the daily management of my restaurant?

Integrating inventory forecasts effectively is essential for restaurateurs looking to optimize their purchasing and production processes and improve their profitability.

Setup and customization: Yokitup lets restaurateurs set up and customize forecasts to the specific needs of their restaurant. This includes defining minimum and maximum inventory levels, purchasing policies and safety margins.

Automated forecasts: Once the parameters are set, the software automatically generates forecasts using your data and advanced analysis algorithms. These forecasts are updated in real time.

Recommendations: The software provides purchasing recommendations based on the forecasts. This makes it easier to make informed decisions about the quantities to order and the suppliers to favor.

Detailed reports: Restaurateurs can access detailed reports. These reports provide essential information to assess the effectiveness of inventory management and make adjustments when needed.