COSYS software boosts fresh‑food margins by automating expiry‑date control in German retailers

The COSYS Retail Management Software introduces mobile, OCR‑assisted monitoring of minimum‑shelf‑life (MHD) dates for supermarkets in Germany. Employees capture expiry dates on smartphones or handheld devices, receiving automatic alerts for price reductions, promotions, or removal of nearing‑expiry items. The system generates reminders and visual cues to prevent late detection of short‑remaining stock, reducing unnecessary write‑offs.

Beyond real‑time data capture, COSYS aggregates process data across stores, enabling analysis of where and why losses occur. This insight supports adjustments to ordering, stocking, and discounting strategies, turning reactive waste reduction into a data‑driven inventory practice. Retailers report more consistent shelf‑management, improved transparency, and stronger fresh‑image branding, while cutting costs tied to expired merchandise.

Overall, the solution positions digital MHD control as a margin‑enhancing and sustainability measure for German food retailers.