Metro cash and carry Pakistan is a retail chain based in Lahore, Pakistan. It is the Pakistani subsidiary of the German chain Metro Cash & Carry. This store specializes in groceries and has several locations throughout the country. In addition to groceries, Metro offers a wide range of household goods and dairy products.
10 advantages
Metro cash and carry Pakistan has several advantages over other cash and carry operations in Pakistan. The first is its location in an area with lower traffic than Makro. The second is the way it places its products. Customers can get what they need, at the distance they want. The third advantage is that Metro’s employees are much more engaged than those of Makro. The fourth advantage is that Metro is not limited to just one type of store. It also offers a much wider variety of products. And finally, the name of the company is already popular. Therefore, it can easily expand to other companies in the country.
Metro Cash and Carry has a very diverse product range. Customers can choose from a wide range of products and buy them at a lower price than what they would normally pay. In addition, the company’s business model is unique and will allow it to drive market prices down by promoting local goods.
This is a win-win situation for both suppliers and customers. The company has partnered with local producers and farmers to provide them with customized training programs. These programs help them grow in national as well as international markets. To date, Metro has trained 56 local companies under the Star Farm initiative. This has led to the development of 20 traceable products tagged as Made in Pakistan. Besides this, the company also supports the local economy by training local employees for the stores.
Corporate social responsibility
One of the primary aims of Metro Cash and Carry is to improve the health of the community through health education, health care, and nutritional support. It also supports programs that promote cleanliness, hygiene, and child safety. It also develops and distributes hygiene and health products. All these efforts are aimed at improving the lives of people living in deprived communities.
Its CSR approach is closely aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations. The company has made a commitment to work in collaboration with other companies to help achieve the SDGs. It also focuses on creating green spaces that are safe for the community and ecosystem.
Metro Cash and Carry has also pledged to minimize its environmental footprint. It adheres to all legislation on carbon offsets, and designs its operations to reduce pollution. It also works to ensure that local people are employed. It also encourages recycling and reduces wastage. In addition, the company has pledged to invest in local communities in the years to come.
Its success depends on strong relations with stakeholders. It has invested in the stock market and has plans to open new stores. The company’s name has a wide-ranging following and is widely known. As long as it continues to meet the needs of its customers, it can continue to grow.
Modern agricultural supply chain
The modern agricultural supply chain has benefited farmers and consumers by enhancing their efficiency. The collection centers have created a direct link between farmers and market, and are implementing efficient post-harvest handling methods. This has improved availability and quality. Farmers are now able to sell their products directly to consumers.
Blockchain technology is facilitating the modern agricultural supply chain by enabling the consolidation of seed quality data, tracking the growth of crops, and enabling farmers to account for the journey the crop takes after leaving the farm. By facilitating the transfer of data and information, blockchain improves transparency and enables control over prices. The use of blockchain technology in the supply chain can also help prevent unethical production and distribution practices.
Digital transformations are critical to ensuring a resilient post-COVID-19 agricultural supply chain. Several businesses have adopted digitalisation to survive and prosper amidst the crisis. Agricultural supply chains can be improved using IoT, blockchain, and Industry 4.0 technology applications.
Despite the challenges, METRO Cash & Carry has plans to invest in Pakistan in the near future. It has already opened four centers in the country, and management is keen to expand its presence in Karachi. The company is focusing on the local economy and sees huge business opportunities.
Access to affordable dairy products
Providing access to affordable dairy products is an important aspect of a healthy lifestyle. To achieve this, METRO Cash & Carry Pakistan (MC&CP) has launched a platform for the processing of fruit and vegetables. The company has invested in modern equipment and accessories to ensure hygienic and clean produce. Additionally, the chain provides live fish, as well as a wide range of other products.
Providing access to affordable dairy products in rural Pakistan requires a concerted response on all levels. This means building an integrated cold chain and coordinating marketing efforts. There are several challenges facing the dairy industry in Pakistan, including low milk productivity and access to markets. Metro plans to expand its retail footprint throughout Pakistan.
The cost of operating the cold chain is one of the biggest obstacles. Oftentimes, dairy farmers cannot afford to purchase the necessary equipment to keep milk products cold. A 1 000-litre capacity cooling tank can cost as much as 300000 rupees (about $5000), which is prohibitively expensive in rural areas. In addition, many farmers lack access to electricity, which is very expensive. As a result, the producers of milk cannot recover their costs. This problem has led many large farmers to shut down their operations, and discouraged new investment in the industry.
METRO Cash & Carry Pakistan opened its first store in Lahore in October 2007. Today, it employs over 400 employees across two offices. Its second wholesale center opened in Islamabad on 3 April 2008. The wholesale centers cater mainly to commercial customers and provide customer cards.
Improved availability of fresh fruits and vegetables
METRO Cash & Carry is the leading international self-service wholesaler. It has over 600 outlets in 29 countries and more than 100,000 employees. It achieved sales of EUR 31.7 billion in 2007 – almost 50% of the total sales of the METRO Group. It focuses on professional customers and provides them with high-quality products at attractive wholesale prices.
In contrast to Makro, Metro operates in a less-trafficked area and places its products at convenient distances. However, this approach requires an active workforce and a proper shift of inventory from top to shelf space. It also has to deal with queues at the cash counter.
In its third quarter report, the company reported higher sales. It has more than 170 branches and supplies convenience stores, pubs, schools, prisons, and restaurants. The company also recently announced the establishment of a distribution service in Didcot. The new distributor will cater to the food service sector in the region.
Local programs are often fragmented and limited in scope. They need to demonstrate short-term gains to justify investment. Fortunately, surveys conducted by the DOHMH show that people are increasingly purchasing fruit and vegetables from these outlets in areas of low income. The DOHMH believes that these programs will benefit consumers and help them make healthier decisions.
