Food Sector

The food industry is highly complex, requiring strict quality control and fast delivery to manage food expiry. Standards like ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 ensure safety compliance, while cold chain logistics maintain product integrity for perishable items.

In the Middle East, the food sector is rapidly growing due to rising demand and a focus on food security. Companies must adapt to short lead times, regulatory requirements, and cold chain needs, all while building efficient, scalable supply chains to meet market demands effectively.

In the United Arab Emirates, we supported a European multinational food company with an advisory project aimed at accelerating their business growth from single-digit to double-digit levels. By analysing their existing supply chain, we recommended transitioning from a commercial order model that relied on multiple production sources across Europe to a regional model with inventory held in the UAE to serve Middle East orders more efficiently.

Our advisory included guidance on optimizing the financial structure from a cost-of-goods perspective, specifically addressing import tariffs. Additionally, we managed the tender process and facilitated the outsourcing of their UAE distribution operations. This transformation resulted in a streamlined distribution model with reduced costs and significantly shorter lead times. Within just 18 months, the company achieved a remarkable fourfold increase in sales.