[PL] Supply chain optimisation through intelligent packaging

One of the latest trends in logistics is the use of smart packaging, which offers advanced technologies and tools for monitoring, tracking and managing shipments. Their introduction can significantly increase the efficiency, transparency and even security of the supply chain. All this makes supply chain optimisation possible. But how to make the best use of the available solutions? Which technologies should be used?

RFID tags – the key to modern supply chain management

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tags are one of the most effective tools for tracking and managing goods in the supply chain. The technology uses radio waves to transmit data between the RFID tag and a reader, enabling fast and contactless scanning of products.

How is it used in logistics?

RFID tags allow the exact location of products to be tracked at every stage of the supply chain, enabling rapid response to potential problems and optimisation of transport routes.
In warehouses, RFID tags can be used to automatically inventory goods, significantly reducing the time and costs associated with manually counting products.
With the ability to monitor the location of products, RFID tags help to prevent theft and lost goods, increasing the security of shipments.

Zara, among others, has used RFID technology to manage its warehouses and shops. With this solution, the company can track each item from the moment it leaves the warehouse until it is sold, allowing for faster replenishment and better management of the product range.

Blockchain – transparency and security in the supply chain

Blockchain technology, best known for cryptocurrencies, is also finding its way into logistics. Blockchain allows for the creation of immutable and transparent records of a product’s history and its journey from producer to consumer. This advanced solution aims to streamline supply chain management, improve efficiency and increase the transparency and security of shipments.

What are its key advantages?

Transparency – every stage of the delivery is recorded on the blockchain, providing full transparency and traceability from production to delivery to the customer.
Security – ane product and parcel records stored on the blockchain are protected from modification, meaning suppliers cannot falsify information or delete evidence.
Smart contracts – blockchain enables the configuration of smart contracts (so-called smart contracts), which automatically make settlements based on tracked data, speeding up settlement processes and minimising the risk of errors.

Smart closures – increasing the security of shipments

Smart closures in packaging represent an advanced logistics solution to secure and monitor the contents of shipments during transport. These advanced technologies allow to increase security, improve supply chain management and minimise the risk of theft and damage. How.

Parcel opening recording – smart closures can record whether aparcel has been opened or tampered with during transit, providing greater product security.
Remote monitoring – suppliers and supply chain managers can monitor the status of closures and receive real-time packaging data.
Adaptation to different commodities – smart closures offer the possibility to adapt the performance parameters to specific needs and types of shipments, meaning that they can be adapted to the specifics of different commodities. To this end, it is also worth choosing the right tape for the logistics chain.

Smart packaging is the future of logistics?

Automated processes and complete transparency with intelligent packaging

Smart packaging offers many advanced features to help automate supply chain processes and ensure full transparency. In addition to RFID and blockchain, packaging can be equipped with various sensors and technologies to monitor transport conditions such as temperature, humidity or shock.

Smart packaging represents the future of supply chain management, offering a wide range of advanced technologies that improve the efficiency, transparency and security of shipments. Introducing these innovations allows companies to better manage their inventory, minimise the risk of lost or stolen shipments, and improve customer service. As technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see even more advanced solutions that will shape the future of logistics and supply chain management.