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raw material suppliers to final deliveries. Automation is proving to be an essential tool for supporting traceability within distribution facilities and across the supply chain.
As food moves through distribution facilities, automated logistics solutions accurately capture critical traceability data for every single product. Information such as product origins, batch numbers, and destination details get stored and maintained by the systems’ software, and this data can be leveraged to support sustainability goals. Through data analysis, companies can identify opportunities to reduce waste and conserve resources. With complete visibility upstream, they can ensure they only source ingredients from farms and suppliers that employ sustainable and ethical practices. Moreover, companies can pass information on product origins down to consumers, encouraging shoppers to make environmentally and socially conscious purchasing choices.
Creating sustainable food supply chains for the future
Automation is already putting today’ s food businesses on the right track to sustainability, and the technology will only continue to evolve. As we see automated solutions incorporate powerful tools like artificial intelligence( AI), the industry will have unprecedented opportunities to create an environmentally friendly food system and a healthier planet for generations to come. ■
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Mikko Peltomäki www. cimcorp. com
Mikko Peltomäki is Director of Business Development at Cimcorp, where he drives strategic growth and market expansion. With expertise in automation and supply chain optimization, he helps businesses enhance efficiency through cutting-edge robotic solutions. Mikko focuses on forging partnerships and delivering intelligent automation to streamline operations in today’ s evolving logistics landscape. Since 1975, Cimcorp has been simplifying material flows to enhance efficiency and profitability for businesses worldwide. As a member of Murata Machinery Ltd., one of the world’ s largest logistics automation suppliers, the company leverages a global network of offices and partners to offer local support with an international foundation.
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