Cartonization

Cartons

What is FastTrak Cartonization

Cartonization is the method of using SKU and order data with business rules to make improved packaging decisions. Systems are designed to lower costs, increase order accuracy and revenues, and achieve rapid throughput.  GRSI reviews the associated costs, benefits, and sustainability of many packaging options with the client to create the best Cartonization solution possible.

How FastTrak Cartonization works

Cartonization analyzes various SKU and order data to automate packaging decisions

  • Dimensions
  • Fragility
  • Weight
  • Positioning
  • Family types (Ex. Glassware, liquid, hazardous)
  • Business rules
  • Special handling

Cartonization uses this information to optimally package orders in the correct shipping container (bag, carton, envelope, etc.) and use the optimal amount and type of protective packaging (peanuts, bubblewrap, foam, air pillows, etc.).

FastTrak Cartonization features
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- Pick-to-tote vs. pick-to-carton analysis

  • Carton: Selects appropriate size carton for each order. Coordinates multiple carton orders for combining per carrier rules. Manages DIM rules to avoid charges.
  • Tote: Used for large and small items that are not conveyable. Ability to batch single-line single-item orders for automated packaging solutions. Ability to batch multi-line orders.

- Batch and route by packaging

  • Description: Generates batches based on packaging needs. Routes orders to the appropriate pack stations.
  • Benefits: Allows pack lines to streamline the handling of similar size orders. Each specialized line can package orders more effectively.

- Packaging consultation

  • Description: GRSI reviews current void-fill and packaging types/materials with client; determines client’s wants and needs; reviews customer satisfaction of packaging material; and discusses improvements.
  • Benefits: Higher customer satisfaction, increase return customers, cross promotion, enhance brand awareness, and attractive packaging.

- Optimal carton set

  • Description: GRSI analyzes current carton sizes and order population to make carton size recommendations. The most popular carton size line is considered for automation.
  • Benefits: Dramatically reduce void fill costs, reduce damage claims, and decrease labor and freight costs.

- Packaging guidance

  • Description: Shows the operator the correct package size (carton or bag) to use, and the type of void fill.
  • Benefits: Lower freight and material costs while reducing damage claims.

- Package forecasting

  • Description: Cartonization balances workload based on packaging needs; determines proper number of pack stations needed; records material usage and replenishment needs; forecasts the number of pack stations for peak and nonpeak demand.
  • Benefits: Accurately order packaging materials, save space by using the correct number of pack stations, and be better prepared for peak and nonpeak seasonal demands.

- Packaging visualization

  • Description: Cartonization recommends how to place items into a carton step-by-step; determines the carton size needed; separates or combines SKUs in a carton by family type; and shows % void in cartons.
  • Benefits: Optimize carton space, save on void fill usage, reduce damage claims, and lower freight costs.

- DimScan

  • Description: DimScan analyzes space within a carton or tote using a camera and calculates the correct amount of void fill. It can automatically dispense the proper amount of void fill.
  • Benefits: Use the correct amount of void to decrease void costs, damages, packaging throughput times.

Cartonizing benefits

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  • Less labor, freight, and material costs
  • Higher customer satisfaction
  • Less damage claims
  • Attractive packaging
  • Increase return customers
  • Better prepared for peak and nonpeak
  • Faster packaging turnaround
  • Green solution

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Cartonization Brochure

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Cartonization Presentation

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