Value stream map and supply chain interdependencies in India - Surimi case - OC2020 A-010

Abstract

This report is a part of WP1 in the Revalue project and presents the findings from process mapping of the Surimi value chain in India. There are many factors which have been identified as critical in maintaining fish and RRM quality. These include fragmented ownerships, fishing area identification, fishing boat and its capacity, boat unloading time and practice, absence of real time information sharing, visual inspections of fish quality at various stages, non-standard cold chain, lack of temperature measurement system, distributed location of operations etc. It was concluded from the process flow charts and cost-responsiveness analysis that the existing Surimi supply chain performance in India can be improved by removing the manual touch points and non-value-added activities. This will have positive impacts on the raw material quality and refrigeration required in the system proportionately.