From Local Business to Major Player
How Armstrong Meats expanded their reach and capabilities by revolutionizing their operations with Forkto's digital system.
The Challenge
Before Forkto, Armstrong Meats had the ambition to grow but was held back by operational limitations that prevented them from securing larger contracts and expanding their business.
Growth Limitations
Manual processes and paper records made it impossible to handle larger contracts or meet the strict requirements of major suppliers.
Hardware Lock-In
Previous solutions required expensive dedicated hardware and equipment, creating unnecessary costs and inflexibility.
Slow Response Times
Traceability requests from potential customers took hours to fulfill, making them appear unprofessional and uncompetitive.
Limited Visibility
Lack of real-time insights and reporting capabilities made it difficult to demonstrate compliance to potential customers.
Our Solution
Partnering with Forkto didn't just solve these challenges - it transformed Armstrong Meats into a modern, competitive force in the industry.
Enterprise-Grade Capabilities
Advanced digital tools and instant traceability that impress major customers and win bigger contracts.
- Thirty-second traceability reports that wow customers
- Professional compliance documentation
- Real-time visibility that builds trust
Scalable Operations
A system that grows with their business, handling increasing volumes while maintaining perfect compliance.
- Handles growing transaction volumes effortlessly
- Maintains speed and reliability at scale
- Adapts to expanding business needs
Competitive Advantage
Digital excellence that sets them apart and gives confidence when bidding for major contracts.
- Impressive demonstrations to potential customers
- Confidence in pitching to larger clients
- Industry-leading digital capabilities
Future-Ready Platform
Modern, flexible technology that works with their existing equipment and adapts to future needs.
- Works with existing hardware
- Regular feature updates
- No long-term lock-in
The Results
With Forkto as their digital foundation, Armstrong Meats has undergone a complete transformation - from a traditional family business to a modern industry leader capable of competing for and winning major contracts.
Contract Wins
Successfully competing for and winning contracts with national suppliers and major retailers, previously out of reach.
Traceability
Instant access to professional reports that consistently impress customers and win new business.
Leadership
Transformed into a digitally advanced operation that sets standards for modern meat processing.
Forkto has completely transformed our business. The system is so impressive that it's become a key part of our pitch to major customers. When we show them instant traceability and professional reports, they're amazed. We're now winning contracts we couldn't have dreamed of before - the system has given us the confidence and capabilities to compete at a whole new level.
Before & After
Key Achievements
- Winning significant new supply contracts
- Instant traceability that impresses customers
- Digital excellence that drives growth
- Confidence to compete for larger opportunities
- Advanced operational capabilities
Certification Success
With Forkto's comprehensive system, Armstrong Meats achieved key industry certifications that opened new market opportunities.
BRC Certification
Achieved the prestigious BRC Food Safety certification, demonstrating commitment to quality and food safety excellence.
- Comprehensive digital documentation system
- Automated compliance monitoring
- Real-time corrective action tracking
Halal Certification
Successfully obtained Halal certification, enabling access to new markets and customer segments.
- Complete ingredient traceability
- Detailed process documentation
- Compliant labeling system
Most Used Features
Armstrong Meats has embraced digital food safety management across their operations.
Incoming meat inspections recorded
Critical temperature checks recorded
Regular safety audits completed
DEFRA, Halal, and NI regulatory compliant labels generated