Development of a Digital Supplier and Inventory Sourcing Platform for Enhanced Restaurant Procurement

The client, operating within the logistics sector, faces difficulties in providing restaurant partners with an efficient, integrated digital channel to source supplies, manage orders, and communicate with suppliers. Prior manual or fragmented processes result in increased operational inefficiencies, reduced bargaining power for restaurants, and delays in inventory replenishment, ultimately impacting competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market.

A mid-to-large size logistics or supply chain company seeking to streamline inventory sourcing and supplier communication for restaurant clients through a unified digital platform.

• Create a multi-platform application enabling restaurants to quickly and easily search for nearby suppliers and place orders.
• Allow collaborative ordering among restaurant teams via multiuser order creation and management.
• Integrate an effective messaging system to facilitate direct communication between restaurants and suppliers, tracking order statuses seamlessly.
• Develop supplier-side functionalities for inventory management, company information overview, order tracking, and profile management.
• Ensure high usability and consistent user experience across mobile (Android and iOS) and web platforms.
• Launch the platform within a strict timeline to meet market competition demands and ensure timely deployment.
• Achieve measurable cost savings and operational efficiencies for restaurant clients by simplifying procurement processes through digital transformation.

• Multiuser collaboration allowing restaurant teams to create, modify, and finalize supplier orders.
• Search functionality for restaurants to find suppliers nearby based on location data.
• Simple, intuitive order compilation process featuring ingredient lists and quick quantity selection.
• Integrated messaging system enabling direct, real-time communication between restaurant staff and suppliers.
• Order status tracking within the app for transparency and efficiency.
• Supplier-side web and mobile access to add inventory items, update company profiles, and monitor order progress.
• Consistent, brand-aligned user experience across all platforms.

• Location services for proximity-based supplier search
• Messaging and notification systems for real-time communication
• Order management and inventory databases for suppliers
• User authentication and profile management systems

• System scalability to support concurrent users across multiple restaurants and suppliers
• High performance with page load times under 3 seconds and smooth real-time interactions
• Robust security measures for data protection and user privacy
• Availability and uptime targets of 99.9%
• Compliance with accessibility standards for inclusivity

The platform aims to significantly enhance procurement efficiency for restaurant clients, leading to reduced sourcing time and costs. Expected outcomes include improved supplier engagement, increased order accuracy, and streamlined communication, ultimately achieving measurable cost savings and strengthening market competitiveness within the logistics and supply chain landscape.