Automated tracking of batch numbers for traceability

Purpose

1.1 Enable end-to-end batch number tracking for aerated drinks, ensuring regulatory compliance, rapid recall ability, and quality control across supply and distribution chain.
1.2 Automate real-time capture, logging, validation, and audit of batch data in all operational steps—production, warehousing, logistics, and customer delivery.
1.3 Facilitate traceability reports for authorities, partners, and internal teams to quickly identify affected lots or batches in case of quality, safety, or recall incidents.
1.4 Integrate notifications and documentation with relevant communication and reporting platforms for continuous regulatory adherence.

Trigger Conditions

2.1 New batch registration event at production line through barcode/RFID scan or input.
2.2 Batch movement between locations (warehouse, plant, distributor) detected via inventory/logistics system update.
2.3 Request for batch traceability record from compliance team or external body.
2.4 Detection of possible quality/safety issue in a specific batch prompts investigation workflow.
2.5 Product recall initiated for specific batch or date range.

Platform Variants

3.1 SAP S/4HANA
• Feature/Setting: Goods Movement API integration; configure API endpoint for "Batch Managed Goods Receipt."
• Sample: Set up outbound event on batch creation in MM module, push to webhook URL.

3.2 Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Feature/Setting: Data Entities for Inventory and Batch Numbers; use Data Connector for Events.
• Sample: Trigger event on InventoryBatch creation—call Logic Apps.

3.3 Oracle Fusion Cloud
• Feature/Setting: REST API - Lot and Serial Management; enable outbound integration to external service.
• Sample: Configure process to POST batch data on WMS transaction confirm.

3.4 NetSuite
• Feature/Setting: SuiteScript User Event Trigger for Inventory Numbered Items.
• Sample: Script triggers external webhook with batch ID on record creation/update.

3.5 Odoo
• Feature/Setting: Automated Actions; "Stock Production Lot" model.
• Sample: Action on creation to call URL with batch info.

3.6 Salesforce
• Feature/Setting: Platform Events on "Product Batch" custom object.
• Sample: Create trigger to send event externally on record insert/change.

3.7 Infor LN
• Feature/Setting: Integration with Infor ION API; batch movement events.
• Sample: Configure BOD (Business Object Document) outbound webhook.

3.8 QuickBooks Commerce
• Feature/Setting: Webhooks for Inventory Adjustments.
• Sample: Automated HTTP call on update to batch-lot record.

3.9 Zoho Inventory
• Feature/Setting: Batch Tracking via API; use 'Get Batches' endpoint.
• Sample: Configure automation to poll and forward changes as JSON.

3.10 Fishbowl Inventory
• Feature/Setting: REST API for Parts and Lot Numbers.
• Sample: Setup event push on new lot number creation.

3.11 ShipBob
• Feature/Setting: Webhooks for Inventory Changes.
• Sample: Set batch-received event to call automation endpoint.

3.12 SAP Business One
• Feature/Setting: Service Layer API; BatchNumber object.
• Sample: Configure to POST to traceability app upon goods receipt.

3.13 Epicor ERP
• Feature/Setting: Data Directive for Lot Tracking.
• Sample: Automate outbound REST call on lot assignment.

3.14 IBM Sterling Supply Chain
• Feature/Setting: Event-Based Integration via JMS or REST.
• Sample: Event triggers message with batch data to compliance system.

3.15 Sage X3
• Feature/Setting: Workflow Rules for LOTADV Creation.
• Sample: Forward notification with batch details via HTTP.

3.16 Unleashed Software
• Feature/Setting: Webhook for Batch Number Updates.
• Sample: Auto-send payload on batch receipt.

3.17 Katana MRP
• Feature/Setting: API endpoint "GET/POST /batches."
• Sample: Automation on batch creation to sync with compliance log.

3.18 Google Sheets
• Feature/Setting: Trigger via Google Apps Script on Row Insert (Batch Log Sheet).
• Sample: Script pushes batch data to REST endpoint.

3.19 Airtable
• Feature/Setting: Automation—On New Record ("Batch Number" Table).
• Sample: Runs web request containing batch details.

3.20 Monday.com
• Feature/Setting: Automation—When "Batch Created," send webhook.
• Sample: Trigger on status or date field associated with new batch.

3.21 Slack
• Feature/Setting: Incoming Webhooks for channel notifications; batch alerts.
• Sample: Bot posts whenever new batch registered or escalation triggered.

3.22 Twilio
• Feature/Setting: SMS API; send alerts for recall or traceability events.
• Sample: POST to send SMS to compliance officer.

3.23 SendGrid
• Feature/Setting: Transactional Email API for batch alerts.
• Sample: Auto-email to QA/conformity teams on triggers.

3.24 AWS Lambda
• Feature/Setting: Function to process event stream from ERP/inventory systems.
• Sample: Lambda stores batch traceability data in DynamoDB and notifies.

3.25 Azure Logic Apps
• Feature/Setting: HTTP trigger for batch data events, process in compliance workflow.
• Sample: Maps incoming batch event, posts results to audit log.

Benefits

4.1 Eliminates manual tracking, preventing errors or omissions in batch records.
4.2 Enables instant, validated traceability for compliance, audit, recall, or customer queries.
4.3 Reduces regulatory risk and accelerates incident response with real-time batch lookup/reporting.
4.4 Drives efficiency and operational transparency in beverage wholesale and carbonated drink supply chain.
4.5 Enhances trust with partners and regulatory agencies via consistent, automated documentation.