When you have reliable equipment, a checks-and-balances procedure, and a firm cold chain process in place, your goal of getting your product where it needs to go – safely, on time and in the least costly manner possible – is definitely within reach.
Technological Innovations
- Real-time tracking using GPS technology provides accurate temperature monitoring
- Active monitoring adjusts temperature if there is a fluctuation
- Passive monitoring provides a report at the end of the trip
- Bar code inventory tracking systems – down to the item level
- RFID devices that can be embedded into pallets or individual items
Technology in the Trailer
- Properly- insulated containers
- The right reefer unit for the job
- Proper use of bulkheads, chutes and venting
- Quality equipment: emissions-compliant trailers for optimum fuel- and cost-efficiency
Human Capital
- Committed training of personnel and drivers
- Firm grasp of proper loading techniques
- Ability to use the available cold chain technology to its fullest capacity
Looking for help? Here are some questions to ask a prospective leasing, transportation or logistics provider:
- How do I ensure my reefers are properly maintained?
- What innovations can I employ to extend product shelf life?
- How can I ensure my products do not carry food-borne illness?
- How do I handle reverse logistics?
- How do I configure my to maintain the visibility required for recalls?
- What measures can I take to ensure I am FSMA-compliant?
- How can I make the most efficient use of product transportation?
- How can I incorporate warehousing into my transportation solution?
- What tools can I use to determine product conditions during transit?
- How do I avoid temperature fluctuations or other temperature-related events?
- What precautions do I need to take in order to avoid product spoilage?
- What tools are available to identify waste in time and costs through the delivery process?
Getting cold foods where they need to go in a timely, cost-effective and safe manner requires creating a supply chain where every link is secure and efficient. The more you establish a system of reliable checks and balances, the better your outcomes will be – and the more satisfied and confident your customers will become.
How Penske Transportation Solutions Can Help
We have a team of experts ready to help you find the best solutions for your food and beverage needs, including commercial rental trucks and reefers, vehicle leases, logistics services and used trucks.
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