Frequently asked questions
What is a food & beverage PLM?
A food & beverage PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) is software that centralises all of a food manufacturer's product data: raw-material and finished-product specifications, recipe formulation, regulatory compliance, labelling and documentation. It acts as a single source of truth shared across R&D, quality, regulatory, purchasing and marketing teams, replacing scattered Excel spreadsheets.
What is the difference between crumble-ai and a legacy PLM such as Trace One or beCPG?
The main difference is that crumble-ai is AI-native and deploys in a few days, with no billed integration project, whereas a legacy PLM such as Trace One, beCPG or Aptean PLM often requires a project of several months. AI handles data migration, ingredient matching and rule interpretation, which lowers the total cost and makes the platform accessible to food & beverage SMEs and mid-market manufacturers.
How much does crumble-ai cost?
crumble-ai offers a free POC (10 recipes), then subscription plans (Starter, Growth) positioned 2 to 5 times cheaper than a legacy PLM, with integration not billed. Pricing depends on your scope (users, modules): see the Pricing page or request a quote during a demo.
How long does it take to deploy crumble-ai?
Deploying crumble-ai takes a few days rather than several months. A domain expert drives the project while AI handles the heavy lifting: ingestion of supplier technical data sheets, ingredient matching into a single repository, generation of formulation templates and connection to ERP interfaces.
Which regulations does crumble-ai cover?
crumble-ai covers the main European food regulations: EU Regulation 1333/2008 on additives (maximum doses per food category), EU Regulation 1334/2008 on flavourings, the EU 1169/2011 food-information regulation (allergens, nutritional values, labelling), the PPWR packaging regulation, as well as the Codex Alimentarius (GSFA).
Is crumble-ai suitable for food & beverage SMEs?
Yes. crumble-ai is designed for food & beverage SMEs and mid-market manufacturers: fast deployment with no heavy integration project, controlled cost, and interfaces tailored to each type of user (R&D, quality, regulatory, purchasing, suppliers). A free POC on 10 recipes lets you test the platform with no commitment.