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Reliable transport packaging and a smooth distribution system are essential. Making a
business more efficient requires good design so that both the transport
packaging and distribution system work hand-in-hand. The following topics will provide you
with general information on some of the current methods and systems, as well as resources
to help you learn more.
Fact Sheets
Other Resources
Design
- Design Standards—Minimum
standards and guidelines.
- Hewlett Packard—Guideline for
Environmentally Responsible Packaging
- Packaging Program at San Jose State
University—An internationally known program, focusing on applied research and education for
both undergraduate and graduate students. It also provides continuing education workshops
for industrial personnel and is fully equipped with a modern packing testing laboratory.
Logistics
- Council of Logistics
Management—The Council of Logistics Management (CML) is a
professional business organization of individuals throughout the world who have interests
and/or responsibilities in logistics and the related functions that make up the logistics
profession.
- Warehousing Education and Research Council—The
Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) is
an international professional association that provides its members with the latest
information available on warehousing and distribution trends, issues and potential
concerns.
- First Alliance Logistics Management—An unique organization, combining the resources of 19 leading North American pallet
manufacturers, recycling and repair companies, into a single-source solution for the
management of pallets, pallet systems, and other returnable packaging.
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