Dairy Processing - November/December 2024 - 54

SUPPLY CHAIN
A more effective
supply chain
by Keith Loria | dairyprocessing@sosland.com
T
he dairy industry faces several significant challenges, such
as optimizing logistics and ensuring timely deliveries.
These challenges can be effectively addressed through the
combination of robotics and advanced software solutions.
Quantifiable improvements include an increase in
production rates, enhanced operational efficiency and
greater accuracy in inventory management. For instance, the
introduction of robotics can significantly cut transportation
time, while software systems can reduce stock discrepancies.
Many CPG companies need to install newer equipment
that makes use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital
processes, and find workers who can operate it. Rebecca
Marquez, director of custom research for PMMI, said
research conducted by the organinzation found labor to be
one of the most significant challenges across the board.
" Our members are seeing it, their customers, the CPGs,
are seeing it, " she said. " Even keeping machine operators,
who don't necessarily have to understand that level of AI,
it's really difficult for them to keep people on. "
Companies are investing in more automated equipment
as one way to cope with the labor issue, the report said. The
machines do palletizing, case/tray handling and labeling.
Marquez said multipacks and mixed pallets are trending, which
also affects how the pallets are stacked and transported.
ROBOTICS
A recent study by McKinsey & Company revealed that
automation technologies, such as robotic picking systems,
can improve operational uptime by up to 30% within a few
years. This allows for faster order fulfillment and reduces
Robotics and new software technologies,
including AI, are enhancing efficiencies.
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