Supply Chain & Warehouse Logistics Blog

Heat treated pallet: Types of treatment and ISPM 15 compliance

A heat treated pallet is a unit load that undergoes a specific fumigation treatment to eliminate harmful organisms before the goods are exported.

What is 8D? The methodology transforming problem-solving and quality management

The 8D methodology is a quality management tool that facilitates problem-solving. Its eight disciplines guide teams to identify, correct, and resolve issues in just a few steps.

Shunting in logistics: Streamlining yard operations

Shunting is the internal movement of trailers within a logistics center. It’s useful for relocating waiting cargo, balancing loading and unloading times, and freeing up docks for new arrivals.

Make to order (MTO): Benefits and challenges of manufacturing on demand

The make-to-order (MTO) model is a strategy where products are manufactured only after a customer places an order. It enables companies to personalize products according to customer specifications.

Quality KPIs: Examples and application

Quality KPIs are metrics companies use to evaluate operational performance and determine whether their products meet established standards.

Fire suppression with oxygen reduction systems

Oxygen reduction systems are a fire suppression technique that lowers oxygen concentration to levels that prevent combustion. They enable fires to be extinguished without damaging sensitive ...

Advanced air mobility (AAM): A near-future reality?

Advanced air mobility proposes the use of electric aircraft to improve urban and logistics transportation, though technical, regulatory, and social challenges remain.

The cold chain in logistics

The cold chain is a set of processes and procedures that maintain a controlled temperature throughout the supply chain.