Overview:
The Perishable Goods Expiry Tracker is a web-based application that helps retailers, warehouses, and food businesses monitor and manage the shelf life of perishable items such as dairy, meat, produce, and bakery products. It automates the tracking of expiry dates, sends alerts before products expire, and provides analytics to minimize waste and ensure food safety compliance.

Key Features:

1. Product Registration – Store product details such as name, batch number, manufacturing date, and expiry date.

2. Barcode/QR Code Integration – Scan items for quick data entry and expiry date retrieval.

3. Expiry Alerts & Notifications – Automated reminders when products are approaching their expiry date.

4. Stock Categorization – Classifies inventory as Safe, Near Expiry, or Expired.

5. Waste Reduction Insights – Analytics to identify recurring waste patterns and suggest stocking improvements.

6. Batch Management – Allows tracking and removal of specific expired product batches.

7. Supplier Performance Link – Tracks which suppliers deliver goods with longer shelf lives.

8. Mobile & Web Access – Accessible on both desktop and mobile devices for on-the-go checks.

Technology Stack:

• Backend: PHP, Java, or Node.js

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript (with DataTables and Chart.js for reports)

• Database: MySQL or PostgreSQL

• Optional Integration: IoT temperature sensors to ensure storage conditions for perishable goods

Use Cases:

• Supermarkets & Grocery Stores: Avoid selling expired products and comply with safety regulations.

• Restaurants & Cafeterias: Manage food inventory to prevent wastage.

• Cold Storage Warehouses: Keep track of large-scale perishable stock and minimize loss.