FIFO/FIFO Rotation Logic

Ship the right stock, every time.

Automate Stock Rotation with FIFO/FEFO logic, so older and perishable items move first. Less waste. Fewer write-offs. More confident picks and happier customers.

Fewer expiries.

Cleaner audits.

Faster flow.

Fix freshness, waste, and write-offs. Work smarter.

When rotation lives in spreadsheets or memory, good stock expires on the rack. Clarus brings clear rules and real-time data together so teams always pick the right unit. Batch and expiry are scanned at goods-in. The engine prioritises by receipt date or expiry date, and directs operators accordingly. The result is predictable rotation, cleaner inventory, and fewer uncomfortable calls to customers. Stock Rotation stops being a hassle and starts being automatic.

Start seeing results straight away.

Ensure older items move first.

Enforce FIFO or FEFO by product, customer, or site. Picks and replenishments follow the rule every time, replacing guesswork with guided actions that protect margin.

No more unnoticed expiries.

Live alerts highlight lots approaching their date. Exception views show exactly what to act on and where. You intervene early, not after the write-off.

Despatch by expiry date.

When FEFO applies, Clarus presents the correct lots to pick and prevents non-compliant substitutions. Paperwork reflects batch and expiry, making audits straightforward.

Less rework, more confidence.

Scanner checks verify batch and date at source, during pick, and at pack. Operators move faster because decisions are made for them. Managers sleep better because risk is designed out.

Stock Rotation for people under pressure. Work confidently.

Freshness and compliance touch every team. Clarus makes Stock Rotation a background capability that everyone can trust.

Head of Operations

Set rotation strategy once and roll it out safely across sites. Clarus enforces FIFO/FEFO rules in the flow of work and exposes risks before they hit the P&L. Waste drops and service stabilises without more meetings.

Warehouse Manager

Operators scan, follow prompts, and pick the right lot on the first try. Exceptions surface with clear fixes. Your team stops firefighting and hits cut-offs with fewer errors even when volumes spike.

Quality & Compliance

Trace any shipped lot back to receipt in seconds. Pull reports for inspections. Prove that non-conforming stock was held and that FEFO rules were applied. Compliance becomes routine rather than a scramble.

Stock Rotation that just works. Deliver more.

For food-based businesses, trust and accuracy are non-negotiable. Edge Transport uses Clarus WMS to enforce FEFO with best-before tracking at goods-in and during pick, so the shortest dates always move first. Part pallets are prioritised to clear space and reduce clutter, while pallet-level traceability logs every movement from receipt to delivery.

Documents (PODs, delivery notes, and pre-receipts) are available instantly, closing the loop for customers and audits. BRCGS accreditation underlines the standard of care and compliance achieved, giving teams and customers peace of mind.

FAQs

What’s the difference between FIFO and FEFO and which should we use?
FIFO prioritises the oldest receipt date. FEFO prioritises the earliest expiry date. Use FIFO for non-perishables where age is a proxy for freshness. Use FEFO for dated goods like food, cosmetics, or pharma where expiry must drive selection. Clarus supports both and lets you set the rule by SKU, customer, or site.
How does Clarus prevent picking the wrong lot?
Scanner workflows capture lot and expiry at goods-in, then verify at pick and pack. If an operator scans a lot that isn’t eligible under the Stock Rotation rule, the system blocks it and directs them to the correct pallet or case. This replaces memory with proof and keeps you compliant.
Can we handle customer-specific rotation requirements?
Yes. You can override the global rule for specific accounts, campaigns, or products. For example, a retailer may require a minimum remaining shelf life on despatch. Clarus validates against that threshold and routes non-compliant stock to exceptions or alternative channels.
How do we avoid end-of-month write-offs?
Use ageing views and alerts to see at-risk lots by site and location. Trigger priority pick tasks, targeted promotions, or cross-dock moves before dates hit. Because the data is live, you act in days rather than discovering problems at stock-take.
Does Stock Rotation slow pick rates?
It speeds them up. Operators follow directed tasks with clear lot targets and fewer debates at the aisle. Replenishment feeds faces with the right stock first, so pickers don’t search. Exceptions are rare and visible, keeping flow steady at peak.
What does the audit trail include?
Every movement carries user, timestamp, location, lot, and expiry. You can trace any shipped product back to receipt, including holds and releases along the way. When auditors or customers ask for evidence, you export it in seconds.

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