Deposit Return Scheme: A Global Solution for a Global Challenge.

Need

The Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) is a planet-saving initiative adopted by over 40 countries worldwide. However, its implementation has become a global headache for the drinks industry due to:

  • Multiple variations of the same international law.
  • Contradictory interpretations between nations.
  • Tight, often unrealistic deadlines set by lawmakers.
  • Lack of scalable, reusable solutions.
  • Potential penalties including lost sales, fines, and reputational damage.

Multinational companies face extreme pressure to comply with these complex, time-critical regulations across different markets.. They needed to adapt quickly to the new reality or risk becoming irrelevant in a dramatically altered market.

Solution

Pivot, an enterprise software specialist, developed an innovative approach to address the DRS challenge:

  • Created a core solution capable of scaling globally.
  • Built a fast, cost-effective foundation adaptable to future legislation.
  • Developed a solution that works both in the cloud and on-premise.
  • Engaged all key stakeholders (sustainability, finance, tax, marketing, sales, packaging, supply chain, logistics, retail partners) to understand diverse perspectives and needs.
  • Designed a flexible system to accommodate varying national regulations and recycling targets.ome significant tech challenges, including the need to pull data from up to 50 different legacy systems.

Value

Pivot’s approach offers significant benefits to the drinks industry:

  • Scalability: A single, adaptable solution for multiple countries, reducing the need for market-specific developments.
  • Cost-effectiveness: Faster implementation and lower resource requirements compared to traditional ‘monster’ solutions.
  • Future-proofing: Flexibility to adapt to evolving legislation and sustainability goals.
  • Comprehensive compliance: Addresses the needs of various departments and stakeholders.
  • Expertise: Leverages deep knowledge of SAP systems and global regulatory requirements.
  • Versatility: Applicable to future challenges like Digital Product Passports.

By providing a smart, adaptable solution to the DRS challenge, Pivot helps drinks companies navigate complex international legislation while supporting global sustainability efforts.

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