# Bista Solutions
Distribution Shelf-Life Optimization
In today’s fast-moving distribution and manufacturing industries, delivering on time is just the beginning. What truly sets your business apart? Delivering the right product with the right shelf-life — every single time. Whether you're shipping gourmet snacks, life-saving medications, premium skincare, or industrial chemicals, your customers expect products that are fresh, safe, and compliant. Meeting those shelf-life demands isn’t just good practice — it’s your key to earning trust, cutting down on returns, and staying ahead of the competition.
At Bista Solutions, we help businesses like yours implement smart, automated shelf-life management strategies using NetSuite ERP — giving you the control and flexibility to exceed customer expectations every time.
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Understanding Shelf-Life Management
In the fast-paced world of FMCG and consumer goods, effective shelf-life management is more than just a best practice — it’s a business necessity. From preserving product quality to meeting customer expectations and reducing waste, staying ahead of expiration dates is key. It’s not just about tracking time; it’s about smart inventory rotation, maintaining ideal storage conditions, and using timely promotions or discounts to move products before they expire.
Smart shelf-life management starts with the basics: tracking expiration dates, using a first-in, first-out (FIFO) system, and strategically positioning products to encourage faster turnover. When done right, it minimizes the risk of expired goods reaching customers, boosts operational efficiency, and strengthens trust in your brand. After all, fresh products mean happy, loyal customers — and fewer costly returns
The Challenge: Customer-Specific Shelf-Life Requirements
Distribution businesses serve a diverse customer base — and each one may have its own unique shelf-life expectations. Trying to manage these varying preferences manually, whether through spreadsheets or disconnected systems, opens the door to mistakes and inefficiencies. From mismatched inventory allocations to fulfillment errors, the challenges can add up quickly. Common issues include:
- Inconsistent order fulfillment caused by the absence of real-time shelf-life data
- Increased product waste from sending the wrong stock to the wrong customers
- Manual pick/pack processes that can’t factor in shelf-life preferences
Limited visibility into expirations across multiple warehouse locations
How NetSuite Helps Manage Shelf-Life Preferences
Lot and Serial Tracking
FEFO (First Expired, First Out) Logic
Custom Workflows for Customer Preferences
Alerts and Automation
Reporting and Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Why Choose Bista Solutions?
Bista Solutions is a leading global provider of ERP and business automation solutions, with deep expertise in NetSuite ERP customization, implementation, and support for distribution, manufacturing, and healthcare industries.
Whether you're looking to implement NetSuite ERP from scratch or optimize your existing system for shelf-life compliance, we help you:
- Define business rules and customer requirements
- Build custom workflows and automations
- Train staff for consistent compliance
- Integrate third-party tools if needed (e.g., barcode scanners, WMS)
Take Control of Shelf-Life Today | Bista Solutions
Don’t let shelf-life mismanagement erode your profits or customer trust. With NetSuite ERP and Bista Solutions, you can transform shelf-life from a problem into a performance advantage.
Ready to improve your customer shelf-life management?
Contact Bista Solutions today to schedule a personalized consultation.
