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In the complex world of supply chain logistics, visibility isn’t just a bonus — it’s a necessity. For companies that rely on returnable packaging like pallets, totes, containers, or kegs, the lack of real-time visibility can lead to inefficiencies, losses, and inflated operational costs. Enter Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS): a technology that transforms your returnable transport packaging (RTP) into trackable, intelligent assets.
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The Problem with Untracked RTP
Returnable packaging is designed to be reused, making it both cost-effective and environmentally friendly. However, without proper tracking, these assets often go missing, sit idle, or take circuitous routes back to origin — undermining their intended value. Common issues include:
- Lost or stolen RTPs
- Overstocking due to inaccurate inventory data
- Manual tracking and reconciliation errors
- Delayed shipments due to unavailable containers
- Potentially huge expenditures ($1MM+) on one-time packaging as a stopgap solution
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What RTLS Brings to the Table
RTLS enables you to monitor the precise location of your returnable packaging in real time. Using a mix of tags (RFID, BLE, UWB) and location infrastructure (gateways, anchors, or GPS), RTLS gives logistics teams the power to:
- Know where every asset is, at any time
- Automate inventory counts and reduce manual scanning
- Track the full lifecycle of each container
- Identify inefficiencies in the return loop
- Eliminate extraneous costs associated with single-use packaging
Lamplight Logistics RTLS Platform
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Real-World Example: From Chaos to Clarity
Consider a manufacturer that ships components to assembly plants using custom returnable totes. Before RTLS, the plant often over-ordered containers due to frequent losses. After implementing RTLS, they saw:
- 25% reduction in container shrinkage
- Faster asset recovery cycles
- Better planning and load balancing across facilities
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Visibility Isn’t Just Nice — It’s Strategic
RTLS doesn’t just show where things are. It delivers actionable insights. From identifying slow-moving loops to optimizing container reuse, this technology empowers smarter decisions and a more resilient supply chain.
Ready to take the next step in optimizing your business? Reach out to our partner, Lamplight Logistics, at team@lamplightlogistics.com to learn more.
To learn more about how Cassia Networks can enable your RTLS solution using Lamplight Logistics, reach out to sales@cassianetworks.com to get connected with our team members.
Coming Up Next: We’ll take a deeper dive into the financial side of RTLS — and how it delivers measurable ROI.
