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    [paper_index] => 202506-01-022674
    [title] => ASSESSMENT OF THE FUNCTIONING OF FIFO MODEL IN COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CAFETERIAS AT BANGALORE
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    [author] => Reshmi S, Dr. Srikanth P
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    [doi] => https://doi.org/10.36713/epra22674
    [year] => 2025
    [month] => June
    [volume] => 11
    [issue] => 6
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    [abstract] => This research evaluates the implementation of the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory system in 11 educational institution cafeterias across Bangalore, aiming to identify operational challenges and propose improvements. Addressing a key gap in existing literature, particularly within the Indian institutional context, the study uses a descriptive research design with data collected through structured interviews and on-site observations. Analysis conducted revealed that perishable items such as bread (60.9%) and fruits and vegetables (48.3%) are the most wasted, primarily due to expiry (37.2%) and freshness loss (29.6%). Contributing factors include weak FIFO practices, poor demand forecasting, and inadequate cold chain and storage infrastructure. The study recommends targeted interventions including staff training, low-cost digital inventory tools, improved forecasting methods, and infrastructure upgrades to enhance inventory efficiency and reduce food waste in institutional cafeterias.
    [keywords] => FIFO Model, Food Waste Management, Inventory Management, Food Waste Reduction Technology, Sustainable Food Management
    [doj] => 2025-06-24
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    [award_status] => P
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    [journal_id] => 1
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    [journalname] => EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)
    [short_code] => IJMR
    [eissn] =>  2455-3662 (Online)
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