Case Study: Group of Butchers achieves 10% higher forecast accuracy and 5-10% lower stock levels with RELEX Solutions

Group of Butchers From Excel to excellence at Group of Butchers

Group of Butchers, a fast-growing meat and ready-meal supplier serving major supermarkets in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, had outgrown its spreadsheet-based forecasting and replenishment processes. Rapid expansion through acquisitions created a complex supply chain with inconsistent systems and master data, making it difficult to plan effectively and manage stock, shelf life, and delivery performance. RELEX Solutions was brought in to help modernize planning.

RELEX Solutions implemented automated demand forecasting and supply chain planning, replacing manual spreadsheets with a rolling eight-week forecast and a more stable production planning process. The rollout improved forecast accuracy by almost 10% and reduced stock levels by 5–10% while maintaining delivery performance. Group of Butchers is now live with RELEX across five production sites and its central warehouse, with plans to expand further and eliminate spreadsheets entirely.

Group of Butchers

Bart Kroot

Supply Chain Manager