To address increasingly complex supply chain challenges and enhance its operational efficiency, Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd., a key subsidiary of PepsiCo in China, has announced its collaboration with Blue Yonder, a leader in digital supply chain and omnichannel commerce fulfillment solutions. By implementing Blue Yonder Production Planning, the company aims to streamline its production processes, improve customer satisfaction, optimize asset utilization, and reduce waste across its supply chain.
The project, which will be carried out with the support of PwC, Blue Yonder’s strategic partner, represents a significant step in Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd.’s journey toward digital transformation. The adoption of advanced planning technology will enable the company to align production with fluctuating demand while enhancing operational agility and efficiency.
Strengthening a Leading Position in China’s Beverage Market
Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. is one of PepsiCo’s most important subsidiaries in China, playing a pivotal role in driving the beverage business. The company produces and distributes iconic brands such as Pepsi-Cola, 7-Up, Mirinda, and Gatorade, meeting the evolving tastes of consumers across the Chinese market. With a focus on delivering high-quality products and innovative marketing strategies, Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. has become a trusted name in China’s competitive beverage landscape.
However, managing a large-scale production network in today’s fast-paced, unpredictable market requires more than traditional planning methods. Increasing variability in customer demand, supply constraints, and production complexities have underscored the need for robust digital tools that can support end-to-end supply chain visibility and responsiveness.
The Role of Blue Yonder Production Planning
By deploying Blue Yonder Production Planning, Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. seeks to achieve a new level of operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and real-time supply chain optimization. The solution is designed to enhance production efficiency while balancing manufacturing objectives, material constraints, and customer service requirements. Specifically, Blue Yonder Production Planning will enable Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. to:
- Reduce Operating Costs: By factoring in complex constraints, such as material availability, production capacity, and delivery deadlines, the company will be able to generate optimized production plans. These plans will also allow for faster responses to changes in demand or supply conditions, improving overall cost efficiency.
- Balance Demand and Supply: Blue Yonder’s solution provides tools to create a feasible, optimized production schedule that balances fluctuating customer demand with existing material and capacity constraints. This ensures a more efficient and reliable production process.
- Improve Responsiveness to Change: The system’s advanced scenario analysis capabilities allow planners to assess multiple production scenarios, modify rules, and respond in real-time to disruptions or changes on the shop floor.
- Optimize Inventory and Reduce Waste: By coordinating production schedules across facilities, the company can minimize excess inventory and work-in-process materials, reduce equipment changeovers, and enable a smoother, continuous flow of production.
- Enhance Customer Satisfaction: With optimized schedules that respect material constraints, workload distribution, and production capacities, the company will be better equipped to meet customer commitments on time and with greater precision.
Digital Transformation for a Competitive Edge
The partnership with Blue Yonder marks a critical investment in digital transformation for Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd., positioning the company to unlock new efficiencies across its operations. Blue Yonder Production Planning solutions offer a unique combination of strategic and tactical planning capabilities, providing high interactivity for planners to make informed decisions while addressing complex production challenges.
“Successfully managing a supply chain the size of Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd.’s requires real-time visibility and coordination,” said Antonio Boccalandro, President of APAC at Blue Yonder. “We’re excited to team up with Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. to help optimize their operations and transform their supply chain into a competitive edge.”
With Blue Yonder’s advanced technology, the company will not only improve production efficiency but also reduce costs, waste, and lead times—all while strengthening its ability to deliver exceptional products to consumers. The result is a modernized, agile, and resilient supply chain capable of addressing today’s challenges and future opportunities.
A Strategic Collaboration
PwC, Blue Yonder’s trusted implementation partner, will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless deployment of the Production Planning solution. Combining Blue Yonder’s technological expertise with PwC’s implementation experience, the collaboration is expected to deliver measurable results for Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd.’s operations.
As PepsiCo continues to expand its presence in China, the adoption of cutting-edge digital solutions underscores its commitment to innovation and operational excellence. Through this project, Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. will not only strengthen its position in the market but also set a benchmark for supply chain optimization and sustainable growth.
By leveraging Blue Yonder Production Planning and PwC’s expertise, Shanghai Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co. Ltd. is poised to transform its supply chain into a model of efficiency, agility, and customer satisfaction. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the company’s digitalization efforts and highlights its dedication to delivering value to customers in an increasingly dynamic market.
