If you're managing orders, procurement, and suppliers every day, you already know how stressful it can get. You may be using systems like Zeemart, or you're thinking of switching. But the question is – are you using the system that gives you the full picture?

Let’s walk through how Zeemart and Food Market Hub (FMH) compare. You’ll see why many restaurants in Singapore are making the switch to FMH.

1. Ordering and Procurement Workflow

Zeemart makes it easy to place orders with suppliers using a mobile app. You can browse product catalogs, send orders, and track your purchase history. It’s quick and easy for small teams.

But FMH gives you something extra. FMH connects directly to your Point of Sale (POS) system. That means FMH automatically pulls in real sales data, which you can analyse and make your purchases accordingly. FMH also lets you manage both food and non-food purchases (like reusable cutlery, napkins, etc) in one place. So if you’re looking for smart ordering based on real data, FMH saves you more time and reduces waste.

2. Inventory Management

Zeemart has basic inventory tracking. You can manually input stock, identify what's low, and plan your next order. It’s simple, but manual.

FMH goes further. It automatically deducts inventory as sales happen (thanks to POS integration) and shows you real-time inventory across multiple outlets. You can even verify it manually and update it in the system. It also lets you manage stock transfers between locations. For restaurants with multiple outlets or fast-moving stock, FMH gives you better control.

3. Supplier Management

Both platforms let you work with multiple suppliers. Zeemart focuses on making it easy to place repeat orders from the same vendors. It also has a supplier marketplace, where you can find new vendors.

FMH, however, provides you with a comprehensive supplier management system. You can track supplier performance, pricing history, and delivery timelines. The best part about this is that even if your suppliers are not on the FMH platform, you will still be able to place orders and manage them. You can even manage contracts and negotiate better deals using real data. If you care about building stronger supplier relationships and keeping costs low, FMH should be your go-to option.

4. Invoice and Payment Automation

Zeemart offers digital invoicing but doesn’t automate payment workflows. You still need to handle payments outside the system, often manually.

FMH is fully integrated. It digitizes invoices, auto-matches them with POs, and helps you track what’s been paid and what’s overdue. FMH also lets you manage your payments to suppliers easily with credit. With FMH, you can run your finance workflows without switching between systems.

5. Analytics and Reporting

Zeemart shows simple reports like order volume and spending by supplier. It’s useful, but limited.

FMH gives you detailed dashboards on food cost percentages, wastage, order history, and more. And because it connects to your sales and inventory, the data is more accurate and helpful. If you want to grow and scale with the right insights, FMH tells you what’s working and what needs fixing.

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Why FMH Is the Smarter Choice

Zeemart is great for small teams that want to digitize basic orders. But if you want full control over your supply chain management process, from ordering to payment to supplier management, Food Market Hub gives you the whole picture.

FMH customers reduce food costs by up to 20% in the first few months alone (source: FMH internal data). And with over 10,000 restaurants in Southeast Asia already using it, you know you’re in good hands.

If you want a system that grows with you, saves time, and gives you the tools to make smarter choices, FMH is built for you.

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