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The complex journey of your burger and fries requires a modern supply chain. McDonald's’s Bob Stewart and Golden State Foods Brian Dick explain how they're ensuring a safer, more efficient supply chain powered by GS1 US standards. cc: Fast Company #barcodes #barcoding #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #inventorymanagement #logistics #gs1

Once again the AVA has published its 2023 Review. With a look back at activities, meetings and events throughout the year. Plus a summary of the various legislative impacts on the vending & automated retail market. Find out what is planned for 2024 by reading here https://lnkd.in/ewbNA4EZ

It's encouraging to learn that product and vending revenue is on an upward curve 📈. Most interesting is the 13% growth in the 'other' category for vending machine locations (UK Industry & Operator Snapshot). Is this driven by one or several emerging sectors AVA: The Vending & Automated Retail Association? Martin Colston #vendinginsights #vendingbusiness #vending

Get creative with your vending machines: 👇 You don’t need to put snacks & drinks in every machine. Put EXACTLY what is in demand at a location. Ex. Fill a machine at a golf course with tees & balls. Find the demand & supply it. That’s when vending becomes super profitable.

#HappeningNow ➡️ Vending Machines: Maximizing Sales & Understanding the Incremental Impact with Justin Rock, Deputy Secretary of Product & Sales, The Florida Lottery Lottery. Part one of the presentation will offer a breakdown of Florida’s best practices for maximizing vending machine sales, including expectations of retailers and sales representatives who manage lottery vending machines. The second half of the presentation will be an overview of our mission to obtain additional vending machines through legislative approval (Florida was limited to 2,500 machines and will receive an additional 500 in 2024) and how we proved the incremental gain of a vending machine at retail. #LaFleursRaleigh #VendingMachineSales #RetailStrategy #LotteryInnovation #SalesOptimization

Want to launch a smart vending machine? Operating a smart vending machine requires a different strategy and mindset than both foodservice and traditional vending. Here are the 5 biggest mistakes operators make and how to avoid them. https://lnkd.in/g4mWzTE8 #smartvending #freshfoodvendingmachines #smartvendingmachines

#2D #barcodes are #transforming Retail. They are also #transming #Logistics. #All #necessary #information #can #be #on #the #package using the GS1 #Scan4Transport #standard. #Knowing #what #to #do with a package #was #never #easier #for #operators. Packages can also easily transfer among operators, opening a wide new range of organising Transport & Logistics operations that will be #faster, more #efficient, #resilient, #reliable, and #sustainable. The linear barcode changed Retail Supply Chains and Logistics. The 2D barcode will do that again (only much more quickly). SLP Alliance (SMART Logistics Partnership), ALICE, Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe (ETP LOGISTICS), Michael Darden, Jeff Weiss, Rob Handfield, Jack Crumbly Feel free to share with anyone who may be interested.

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We recently had a valuable conversation with a QSR franchisee operator who shared an insightful tip: the optimal time to fill their tanks is at 35%. 👉 35% smooth operations: At this level, they have enough gas to operate efficiently but also ample time for their gas distributor to schedule a refill. This ensures maximum fill efficiency, avoiding the risks of running too low. 👉 Avoids unnecessary costs: If they receive deliveries when their tanks are above 35% then they are getting over-serviced, paying for unnecessary top-off fees. You too can optimize your fill schedules for maximum efficiency and cost savings. Have tips to share? Questions? Add them to the comments below! Let's continue to learn and improve together. #GasDistribution #FillEfficiency #TelemetrySolutions #OperationalEfficiency #QSR #RestaurantTech #CO2Delivery #BeverageGas

Ever wonder how the Super Bowl pulls off its epic shows? Well, meet the unsung heroes – logistics companies. From facilitating the event's seamless execution to transporting crucial equipment for the halftime show, ensuring an ample supply of food, beverages, and merchandise, and playing a pivotal role in security, safety, and waste management. So, next time you're cheering for your team, give a nod to the trucks making the Super Bowl magic happen. #superbowl #superbowl2024 #logistics #transport #transportation  #trucking  #shipping #supplychainsolutions #supplychain  #freight #cargo #logisticscompany #delivery #truck #business #trucks #logisticsmanagement #export #warehouse #import #logistica #truckdriver #warehousing #freightforwarding #airfreight #courier #freightforwarder #logistik #deliveryservice #supplychainmanagement #ecommerce #trucker #seafreight #shippingindustry #cargo #cargohandling #cargoservices #service #truckingindustry #shippingindustry #shippingsolutions #shippingcontainers #shipper #deliveringexcellence #customizedsolutions #nbilogistics