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Pharmaceuticals in Reverse Supply Chain Now Hazardous Waste

Material Handling and Logistics

A new rule finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that prescription pharmaceuticals sent from healthcare facilities to reverse distributors must be regulated as solid waste and evaluated for hazardous classification at the healthcare facility before they are shipped. Industry-Specific Requirements.

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How To Reduce Manufacturing Waste

Compactor Management Company

Manufacturing and distribution facilities are constantly looking for new ways to manage their waste. In comparison to other industries, managing waste in manufacturing units is more complex since certain elements impede the process. How to reduce waste? Here are a few reliable ideas that can help you reduce waste: 1.

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5 Reasons to Leave Your 3PL with Shane Hanson

The Logistics of Logistics

Shane is Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics , a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors. Shane Hanson Bio Shane Hanson is an experienced logistics executive with over 30 years of experience in distribution. Shane Hanson and Joe Lynch discuss 5 reasons to leave your 3PL.

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Wrap Innovation Reduces Supply Chain Waste

Logistics Business Magazine

DS Smith, a leading global sustainable packaging company, has innovated DD Wrap as a brand-new sustainable shelf ready packaging design, to meet circular economy requirements while increasing supply chain efficiency and enhancing the in-store shopping experience. The DD Wrap packaging option was created by DS Smith’s design team.

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Optimize Your Distribution Network for a Successful Supply Chain

Stord

May 4, 2018 The speed and reliability of your distribution network is essential to your company’s success. To scale, an optimized distribution network is required to meet customer expectations and business growth targets. It is essential to balance the cost of the distribution network with responsive customer service.

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The Keystone to Logistics Success: Outsourcing Warehousing & Distribution to a Sophisticated 3PL Partner

Radius Logistics

One pivotal approach has emerged as a cornerstone for achieving these objectives: outsourcing warehousing and distribution services to third-party logistics (3PL) companies. The success of outsourcing warehousing and distribution services to a 3PL company is inextricably linked to the sophistication of the provider.

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Building a Circular Supply Chain

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This creates significant waste. By embracing a circular supply chain, industry leaders can help: Eliminate waste and pollution Circulate products and materials at their highest value Regenerate nature As organizations continue to optimize supply chains , this process can provide significant benefits. What Is a Circular Supply Chain?