Case Study: Stater Bros. Markets expands produce freshness and sustainability with IFCO reusable packaging

Stater Bros. Markets expands reusable packaging partnership with IFCO as over 80% of suppliers choose IFCO RPCs

The customer, Stater Bros. Markets, a large supermarket chain, sought to enhance its fresh food supply chain by improving operational efficiency and sustainability. They partnered with vendor IFCO Systems to transition from single-use packaging to IFCO's reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for a wide variety of fresh produce.

The solution implemented by IFCO involved a comprehensive evaluation of the supply chain and a switch to their RPCs. This resulted in a safer, more efficient transport process for fresh goods, reduced product shrink and waste, and less time spent handling packaging waste in stores. The switch was well-received, with over 80% of suppliers choosing to use IFCO RPCs, and it ultimately led to higher quality produce for customers.

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