GS1 SMART-Box

Sustainable growth and competitiveness are becoming increasingly important. In this context, reuse and the reduction of raw material usage in processes are essential. Thanks to the GS1 SMART-Box, a standardised transport box, you can make your supply chain more efficient. Moreover, it also makes it easier to comply with stricter regulations on packaging and packaging waste.

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The current system: a barrier to the circular economy

Looking at traditional logistics processes, we quickly notice recurring challenges that hinder efficiency and impact sustainable growth.

These factors collectively increase operational costs, working hours, and environmental impact.

Pallet stacking and wrapping

Pallets are still commonly stacked and wrapped in plastic to ensure stability, creating unnecessary waste.

Height variation

The inconsistency in pallet heights leads to inefficient truck loading, wasting valuable space.

Manual handling

Upon delivery, pallets need to be unwrapped, unpacked, and repacked, resulting in time-consuming manual processes.

Waste Management Issues

Excessive use of cardboard and plastic wrapping significantly contributes to waste, further complicating waste management efforts.

GS1 SMART-Box for a more efficient supply chain

For all these reasons, GS1 has developed the GS1 SMART-Box—a standardised and reusable transport solution designed for the entire logistics chain: from delivery to warehouses, handling within warehouses, and distribution to stores.

The GS1 SMART-Box is a container system that effectively replaces traditional transport packaging made of corrugated cardboard, plastic, or paper, typically used in industry and trade. This innovative solution offers a scalable, efficient approach to reusable transport packaging, addressing both packaging waste and the optimisation of truck loading space utilisation.

This forward-thinking concept enhances both the efficiency and sustainability of logistical operations.
 

GS1 SMART-Box

Why GS1 SMART-Box?

GS1 SMART-Box

Reduced manual work

Unpacking and transferring goods into other boxes is no longer necessary, cutting down on labour costs.

GS1 SMART-Box

Optimised stacking

The boxes require no plastic wrapping for stability, allowing for more efficient stacking and improved truck load optimisation.

Developed by GS1 Germany, the GS1 SMART Box has already been tested with various stakeholders within the German market. It is now ready to be deployed on a European scale.

If you're interested in exploring this promising concept further, a full Starter Kit can be made available. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us at innovation@gs1belu.org.