The transport of food and health/sanitary items such as cleaning supplies and paper towels have placed significant strains on the supply chain. Food distributors have to scrutinize significant preventative measures needed to ensure the health and safety of customers, drivers, and everyone that is in contact with goods that are transported and delivered.

Third-party logistics (3PL) can be useful when snack and bakery companies need to outsource logistics and distribution needs.

If there’s one thing the last few months have shown us, it’s that business-as-usual can be uprooted without warning.

Efficient fleet management is vital to the success of any snack and bakery business controlling its own distribution. These days, companies often look for fleets that have newer technology, or that are more energy-efficient, in order to improve their overall bottom line.

Warehouse management software (WMS) and other software and technology solutions for snack and bakery operations.

Cloud kitchens, also known as ghost kitchens, present an emerging market opportunity for the baking industry. Multiple segments that intersect with baking show potential, including direct-to-consumer bakery click-and-collect or delivery of fresh breads, sweet goods, desserts, and novel concepts like automated dessert carry-out via vending

Every facility needs a food safety plan, and that includes food safety software related to traceability. This software will come in handy whenever a company needs to trace a certain ingredient or product, due to recalls or other reasons.

Now more than ever, in the midst of a global pandemic, it is imperative for companies to have stringent maintenance and sanitation protocols, prioritizing employee safety. Luckily, many companies are upping their game, and even installing new maintenance and employee relief areas.

Warehouse software is important for snack and bakery companies, in order to keep track of the comings and goings of products inside their warehouses.

Traceability is an important facet of warehouses, especially for snack and bakery companies.

Snack food and wholesale bakery companies are building varying levels of automation in their warehouse shipping and receiving areas, ranging from forklifts to autonomous vehicles, to traceability software and more, all in an effort to make their operations more efficient, effective, safer, and more profitable.

Snack and bakery companies rely on a wide range of logistics and warehousing technology in their operations. 

Picking robots, automated storage and retrieval, and software that predicts future demand are among a host of technology, equipment and strategic changes that snack food and wholesale bakery companies are undertaking in their warehousing and logistics functions.

The breakfast category, including French toast, pancakes, waffles, breakfast sandwiches, and more, overall experienced growth from the past year, with some interesting new innovations released.

After a successful debut of the IHOP “Choco-Pancake” at a local Houston location last summer, the brand is bringing Pancake Tacos to the table nationwide, a first in the family dining space.

Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. announced it is expanding its better-for-you, fiber-forward brand, GoodWheat, with the upcoming launch of GoodWheat Quikcakes and GoodWheat Pancake & Waffle Mixes.

The Kroger Co. has announced the launch of Harvest Apple, a new limited edition Private Selection line of products spicing up fall with a fresh new twist.

The new packaging reflects the evolution of the growing food company and serves as a canvas to convey the values behind the brand.

Supernatural teamed up with King Arthur Baking Company and Vital Farms to launch ten brand-new kits for baking festive treats like gingerbread houses, Hanukkah sugar cookies, buttermilk doughnuts, themed sprinkle sets, and more.

Gamers and friends were invited to play atop Magic-themed playmats and taste-test the IHOP's new mana inspired pancake partnership, on the house.

Jill McCauley and Terry Howard, the founders of The Invisible Chef, are expanding their baking mix collection with the launch of new Baking Kits at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas.

The first flavor in the Pancake of the Month lineup is Chocolate Strawberry, for Valentine's Day.

Belgian Boys will debut two new products at Expo: Griddle Pancakes and Bite-sized Belgian Chocolate Chip Pancakes. 

The brand just announced that its March Pancake of the Month flavor, just in time for Girl Scout cookie season, will be Girl Scout Thin Mints Pancakes.

The brand is introducing new flavors across categories and dayparts, including April's pancake of the month and new Sonic the Hedgehog partnership.

High protein and added collagen make these waffles deceivingly nutritious, bringing indulgent flavor to healthy tables.

Available in both Buttermilk and Original varieties, the pancake mixes have 15 grams of protein per serving and can be made by just adding water.

The company is debuting three just-add-water variations for homemade pancakes and waffles.

IHOP's pumpkin-flavored offerings include its Pancake of the Month, Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake, and its Pumpkin Spice Pancakes.

While the breakfast category has mostly remained stagnant, producers continue to innovate.

The bundle features three flavors: Harvest Pumpkin, Cinnamon Apple, and Original, for an SRP of $21.99.

The breakfast-focused brand has introduced a total of five different products exclusive to Walmart, featuring pancakes, Belgian waffles, and other items.

Since its inception in 2011, Birch Benders has included nature-inspired packaging and pancake mixes made from simple ingredients.

The new stack includes four buttermilk pancakes filled with Reese's Pieces and topped with chocolate, Reese's peanut butter sauces, and whipped topping.

Perhaps you prefer classic potato chips or traditional tortilla chips.

Last fall, I attended the whole-grains presentation session at the American Association of Cereal Chemists International (AACCI). I took away a few highlights pertinent to the entire grain-processing industry that I’d like to share.

While work has included less abstract reading and scientific experimentation than graduate school, and is more focused on attaining on-target results as quickly as possible, a few similarities exist between school and work. 

The line of gluten-free snacks features four sweet and savory flavor options.

The gourmet brand will now be sold in 90 locations of the North Carolina chain.

The ready-to-eat popcorn brand is unveiling its makeover and flavors this month.

The sweet and salty snack features the flavor of the chain’s signature cinnamon rolls.

The snack company provides employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Distribution expansion to Kroger and Publix more than doubles the national outlets where consumers can purchase AMC Theatres’ line of retail popcorn.

While SkinnyPop popcorn’s brand equity continues to resonate with ready-to-eat (RTE) consumers, research has shown that spicy, bold flavors are undeveloped in the RTE category compared to total salty snacks but are leading growth.

The creator-founded popcorn brand is introducing new flavors and an all-expenses paid trip to Los Angeles.

This summer, consumers can elevate their snacking game with Kraft Mac & Cheese Popcorn.

The popcorn brand created by the "First Family of TikTok" continues the summer fun with new single-serve size and exciting theme park giveaway.

Kit Kat Ghost Toast and Reese's Werewolf Tracks bewitch this year's seasonal lineup.

The company's classic caramel popcorn is coated with pumpkin spice and a white chocolate drizzle,

Domino Sugar is sharing an inside look into the hottest 2024 baking trends.