Food Technology Innovation & Safety Forum 2011

May 17, 2011

May 18, 2011

Chicago, Illinois

http://www.thefoodsummit.com/programme.asp

This agenda examines all the latest strategic and operational needs of all Food Innovators, Processors, NPD thought specialists and Manufacturers.

Affixing IoT devices to pallets prior to shipment is one way carriers can track temperature of products along the way.

IoT-Enabled Pallets for Tracking Perishable Goods

IoT-enabled pallets bring together the latest in sustainable plastic pallets.

Innovation and optimization of end-of-line packaging and logistics operations provides a critical opportunity to benefit the whole supply chain.

How Transit Packaging Technology and Materials Ensure Food Industry Safety

The key to maintaining and ensuring food safety is through the strategic application of technology and advanced materials across complex global supply chains.

Over time, the right food company will experience an 8% decrease in costs with the help of transportation management experts and a 3PL provider partnership, regardless of standard rate volatility.

Combat Reduced Shipping Margins Caused by Freight Volatility

Business intelligence and efficient communication across vendors and internal departments can help facilitate adjustments to reduce margin erosion.