Food Production Process Scaling

• Popeyes Kitchen recently saw the need to scale-up the production of one of its popular food products.
• The company has recently released an improved version of its chicken sandwiches.
• However, due to the higher-than-normal demand, its chicken sandwich stocks ran out after two weeks.
• Although this is not a typical demand scenario for most, there is a need for companies to have better forecasting processes.
• Companies will need to have a more "collaborative planning and forecasting" process set up.
• They also need to have a "baseline statistical forecast."
•  Key decision makers and experts from all departments need to be involved in the process to ensure a smooth supply chain process.
• Furthermore, POS data should be tightly linked to the process and should be seen by the supply chain organization.
• This way, key resources can get a better idea of the demand for the product in real-time.
• Popeyes also provide support and training for its franchises to better scale up the production of its ready-to-eat food items.
• The company helps them in establishing their "market-specific supply chain" and marketing plans.