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Challenges of Warehouse Automation: Avoiding Automation’s Costly Pitfalls
Automation is often used as a byword for dystopia, utopia, and every vision of the future that falls in-between. In practice, however, it’s clear that automation improves the efficiency, productivity, and reliability of manufacturing and logistics. In a world where quick turnaround and even quicker fulfillment is considered the most important performance indicator in the…
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Pharmaceutical Shipping Regulations: Basic Guidelines for Pharma Transport
ARTICLE UPDATED ON FEBRUARY 28, 2024 By the conclusion of 2029, projections suggest that the pharmaceutical sector will expand to exceed $2.4 trillion in value. This substantial growth generates a substantial demand for the transportation of ethical drugs, requiring supply chain managers in the industry to be well-prepared. The fundamental pillars of secure pharmaceutical transportation…
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Alternatives to Pallet Wrap: Eco- and Budget-Friendly Ways to Stabilize Pallet Loads
ARTICLE UPDATED ON AUGUST 23, 2023 Although single-use plastic wrap is commonly used to secure pallet loads, it is not environmentally friendly. Additionally, while it may appear cost-effective initially, the expenses associated with pallet wrap can accumulate rapidly in warehouses with high volumes. Today, supply chain managers are seeking reusable and sustainable alternatives to plastic…
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How to Prevent Mold on Pallets
In the grocery supply chain, mold isn’t just inconvenient and unsightly. It can contaminate products, lead to costly recalls, and lower retailer confidence in your product. Knowing how to prevent mold on pallets could be the difference between a rejected load–and the accompanying fines–and an easy delivery. Supply chain managers should ensure that their pallet…
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The Environmental Impact of Wooden Pallets: How Wood Pallets Affect Our Ecosystem
Wood pallet use is sometimes spoken of as though it is a massive contributor to deforestation, but that’s not quite accurate. Wood pallets do require the harvest of natural resources, but many wood pallet manufacturers are seeking to make their practices more sustainable. Companies still using wood pallets in their supply chain and looking to…
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How Long Do Pallets Last?
If you’re building a pallet fleet, it’s crucial to know how long your pallets will last in order to make the best possible choice for your company’s needs. You may seek out short-term options that have a low upfront cost, like stringer pallets. Or, you might invest in more durable block pallets that offer longer-term…
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Warehouse Injury Prevention: Easy Ways to Reduce Warehouse Accidents
When supply chain managers think about warehouse injury prevention, they’re often primarily focused on serious injuries that put lives at risk. However, these aren’t the only workplace injuries that should cause concern. Minor sprains, strains, cuts, and bruises can have a marked, detrimental impact on a company’s bottom line by slowing down productivity and reducing…
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Reduce Product Overhang on Pallets: How to Minimize Product Damage and Save Money
If you’ve worked in the supply chain for any length of time, you’ve seen how product overhang on the edges of pallets can result in products and packaging being crushed or damaged. When the goal is to get as many products on a pallet as possible, it’s easy to create loads that aren’t an optimal…
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Green Warehouse Design: How Sustainability Can Increase Efficiency and ROI
Lately, most supply chain managers have probably recognized a greater public interest in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards for big businesses. ESG standards seek to make the world better—while also improving a company’s bottom line. Being a sustainability leader does not have to hurt profits. In fact, it can even improve a business’s profitability…
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Practical Tips for Sustainable Warehouse Management
Sustainable warehouse management doesn’t have to involve massive, expensive initiatives. Major overhauls like switching entirely to solar power or buying an electric fleet of trucks, for example, aren’t practical for improving the sustainability of a facility on a budget. The best options are simple ideas that make a positive difference almost immediately. That’s not to…
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Eco-Friendly Pallets: How to Find a Shipping Pallet That Won’t End Up in the Landfill
Eco-friendly pallets are gaining traction as businesses look to minimize their environmental impact. These pallets not only help companies reduce their carbon footprint through recycled materials and reusability, but they can also contribute to a circular business model that eliminates waste and maximizes resource use. Ultimately, switching to eco-friendly pallets can benefit both the environment…
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Cold Chain Logistics Regulations: How to Make Compliance Easy
Cold chain logistics regulations, a vital component of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), aim to ensure the safe handling and transportation of temperature-sensitive products. Noncompliance with cold chain logistics regulations can result in significant repercussions, including hefty fines, costly penalties, rejected shipments, and wasted products. Amidst the complex cold chain network, the safe transport…