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Home » SKU proliferation

Articles Tagged with ''SKU proliferation''

Operations Perspective

Manufacturing marketing decisions impact operational tasks

Co-packers should use same evaluation process when adding SKUs
John Peter Koss - Beverage Industry
John Peter Koss
April 12, 2020
Observations, studies, research and experience in a broad variety of retail stores have generated significant, timely and technical concerns and questions. The number of brands, products and packages displayed on the store-length gondolas in the beverage section pose the first question: who created all these SKUs, and why?
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Operations Perspective

SKUs have domino effect on beverage supply chain process

Ingredients, packaging and warehousing feel effects of SKU proliferation
John Peter Koss - Beverage Industry
John Peter Koss
March 23, 2020

In the beverage industry, SKUs have been and will continue to be one of the major operating issues in the supply chain. Yet, one can ask, why are SKUs so important, why do they top the list of challenges and how are they handled and controlled in real time?


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Westfalia Technologies’ automated storage and retrieval machine.

Customized storage solutions to tackle SKU proliferation in beverage

Best storage solutions vary by operation, location and more
Sarah Graybill
Sarah Graybill
February 24, 2020
Pressure to adapt processes to accommodate SKU proliferation is felt by manufacturers and distributors seeking methods to best suit their operation.
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Honeywell Voice technology

Voice-picking technology’s ease of use aids warehouse integration

Wearable technology to expand to other warehouse workflows
jessica Jacobsen
Jessica Jacobsen
October 15, 2019
As warehouse operators navigate the demands of today’s distribution market, research shows that wearable technology is a solution that companies are employing.
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Krones Modular Labelers

Modular labelers support beverage labeling needs

Labeling equipment manufacturers design equipment to support SKU growth
jessica Jacobsen
Jessica Jacobsen
September 9, 2019
As beverage-makers expand their portfolio whether it be flavors, packaging or both, labeling equipment manufacturers are developing machinery that can handle the effects of SKU proliferation.
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Signode Stretch Load

Shrink and stretch wrappers optimize efficiency, protection

Suppliers release new equipment to provide higher throughput
Barbara Harfmann
September 3, 2019
As beverage warehouses take on more SKUs and distribution centers consolidate, single-source centers must be equipped to handle high throughputs and mixed pallet scenarios. In turn, stretch wrapping equipment must ensure the product’s integrity.
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GG Distributing's new facility in Tyler, Texas. - Beverage Industry

SKU proliferation drives facility development

Sustainability, automation play a key role in design plans
Taylor Karg - Beverage Industry
Taylor Karg
June 14, 2019
Trends in facility development are prompting companies to plan for future growth, increase sustainable practices and automate operations.
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UNEX develops high-density storage solutions

SpeedCell increases storage by as much as 60 percent
June 12, 2019
To increase storage density, UNEX Manufacturing Inc. developed UNEX SpeedCell, a high-density storage solution that increases storage density by as much as 60 percent, the company says.
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How to address waste issues in beverage operations

Containment must be part of solution in packaging processes
John Peter Koss - Beverage Industry
John Peter Koss
December 18, 2018
Regardless of the product being manufactured, the process of converting raw materials into finished product creates residuals commonly classified as “waste.” Why is this important, and how is the issue contained?
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The Sidel Aseptic Combi Predis. - Beverage Industry

Flexibility key for plastic bottle manufacturing

Technologies look to accommodate increased changeovers
jessica Jacobsen
Jessica Jacobsen
November 7, 2018
Whether it’s SKU proliferation, evolving drink habits or packaging solutions, beverage manufacturers are tasked with keeping up with the latest trends and solutions for today’s operations, experts note.
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