You can now compare your cost models directly against actual prices and other cost models in the Price Comparison widget.
What’s new
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Cost models now appear as selectable series in the Price Comparison widget
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Select cost models from the product dropdown, labeled with their cost model name
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View cost model historical data alongside multiple other cost models, price series, or any combination of both
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Same visualization and interaction as product prices (line charts, tooltips, trends)
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Note: Notes cannot be added to cost models
Why this matters
For finished goods, this bridges cost modeling and price analysis:
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Compare different recipe options to find the most cost-effective formulation
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Validate actual paid prices against theoretical cost models to spot inefficiencies
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Track variance trends over time to identify negotiation opportunities
For commodity and ingredient buyers, this opens up new ways to analyze contract structures:
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Build indices for weighted baskets and compare against other indices or your own prices
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Model multiplier or fixed cost-plus structures on top of any benchmark
