Socleo
Software solutions for short supply chain operations in the food sector
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
Socleo is a software partner that supports short supply chains within the agricultural and food distribution sectors. The company offers online and offline software that support producers, processors, collectives, distributors and territorial platforms in the efficient management of their commercial, logistical and administrative operations. Socleo’s software are tailored for short food supply chains in France, contributing to sales through an on-line store and a showcase website; logistics, through the management of inventories and deliveries; and administrative operations by generating invoices. It is a complete management platform that can be adapted to meet the needs of local food distribution networks. No delivery services are offered by the platform, delivery is managed by producers independently. The company offers also education and training in support of the digitalization of short food supply chains.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
Socleo’s software offer multiple functionalities: online sales; supply chain management; food distribution planning; invoicing and reporting; accountability; and performance analyses. Socleo’s inclusion of an application programming interface (API) in the solution allows it to offer a route optimization feature to its clients.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
Socleo's solutions cater to various stakeholders through the support of direct sales to consumers, professional distribution options and education.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
Socleo is financially accessible to small operations, which can ask for a demo before subscribing and paying the membership fee. The subscription cost for listing a site on Socleo’s secure platform depends on the size of the business, varying from EUR 60/month (EUR 30 if turnover is <EUR 60 000) to EUR 300. A cash register module (EUR 300/month) can be integrated into the software to facilitate the rapid recording of orders and payments at physical points of sale. The interface can be adapted to touchscreen media devices and can be operated in offline mode
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
As of 2024, Socleo supports more than 550 short food supply chains through which the products of more than 4000 producers and processors are marketed. Around 14 000 sellers are listed, with a total annual turnover of EUR 112 million, as well as 235 000 buyers.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
The National Federation of Organic Agriculture; MBIM; Ekylibre; MiiMOSA; La Ferme Digitale; Village by CA - Atlantique Vendée
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
Better environment
Better life
