About the Client
The client is a nationally recognized restaurant chain that serves millions of customers across India. Known for their quality and consistency, the client sought to modernize their backend supply chain operations to keep pace with rapid expansion and fluctuating customer demand.
Business Impact
By partnering with Nimap Infotech, the client transitioned from manual, error-prone reporting to an automated, data-driven ecosystem. This transformation significantly reduced operating costs, improved supply prediction accuracy, and empowered faster decision-making across departments.
The Challenge
“Our teams spent countless hours collecting and correcting supply data manually. We knew we needed a better way to keep up with demand and scale operations efficiently.” – Head of Operations, Restaurant Chain
Key Challenges:
| Challenge | Effect |
| Disconnected data sources | Led to inconsistencies and poor forecasting |
| Manual report creation | Time-consuming and prone to errors |
| High manpower requirements for reporting | Increased operational expenses |
Our Approach
Nimap Infotech adopted a collaborative and data-centric strategy, involving both the client’s data and operations teams. We analyzed the client’s current reporting architecture, identified bottlenecks, and proposed a fully integrated, automated dashboard system.
Why Angular, Node.js, and Cloud Infrastructure?
- Angular: Enabled dynamic, user-friendly dashboards adaptable to various team needs.
- Node.js: Powered scalable backend services that connected data pipelines across departments.
- Cloud Integration: Ensured real-time data flow, centralized storage, and scalable infrastructure for nationwide operations.
Key Initiatives
- Integrated data pipelines from all store locations.
- Built role-based, department-specific dashboards.
- Automated KPI tracking and reporting workflows.
- Established scalable frameworks for future expansion and real-time insights.
The Solution
We delivered a custom digital supply chain platform that connects all store-level data to a centralized cloud system. The solution offers real-time dashboards, automated reports, and predictive insights, enabling store managers and operations leaders to make fast, data-informed decisions.
Features Delivered
| Feature | Description |
| Data Integration | Unified system for collecting supply and usage data from all branches |
| Real-Time Dashboard | Role-based dashboards for operations, finance, and supply teams |
| Automation Engine | Auto-generates daily, weekly, and monthly reports with zero manual effort |
| Cost & Performance Tracking | Insights into cost-saving opportunities and operational KPIs |
The Results
| Metric | Before | After | Improvement |
| Reporting Time | Manual, ~12 hours/week | Automated, <1 hour/week | 90% time saved |
| Staff Costs for Reporting | High, multiple FTEs | Single administrator | 90% reduction in labor costs |
| Forecasting Accuracy | Low due to data delays | High with real-time data | Major boost in predictive efficiency |
| Operational Costs | Increased due to inefficiencies | Reduced through automation | Significant cost savings |
| Decision-Making Speed | Delayed | Instant data visibility | Real-time decision support |
Client Testimonial
“The transformation Nimap delivered has not only saved us time and money but also completely changed the way we manage our day-to-day operations. Their team was highly collaborative, adaptable, and technically sound. We now have real-time visibility into our supply needs and can act quickly on changing trends.” – Operations Director, Leading Restaurant Chain
Conclusion
This digital transformation case showcases how automation, real-time dashboards, and smart data systems can streamline even the most complex supply chains. With centralized insights and reduced costs, the restaurant chain is now better equipped to scale operations and meet evolving customer expectations.
