From ice to insights: Technology boosting cold storage efficiency

Cold Storage facility by Bobba Logistics is answer to twin challenges in supply chains: nature of commerce and the growing demand for faster deliveries. To meet these challenges, our cold storage solutions focus on providing services enhancing supply chain agility, says Chandrakala Bobba, Director, Bobba Group.

To meet the rising demands of e-commerce and quick commerce, we have worked on providing quicker turnaround times and efficient operations by ensuring the following:

Being more than just a warehouse:

We are more than pallets and square feet. It is not just the size of the box, but the variety of services that are offered within the box that matter. From inventory management to Smart Stacking, flexible payment and storage options to cross dock and quick turnaround time, Bobba Logistics offers a host of services that ensure businesses are always ahead of their game.

Location is key:

Micro-warehouses and cold storage in the proximity of airports and city limits similar to our cold zone storage facility are essential to reduce delivery times, with services such as pick, pack, and ship becoming standard offerings.

Quicker TAT:

With a micro facility and cross-docking advantages, we ensure the quickest TAT for our customers. This enables faster movement of goods and services in the shortest possible timeframe, highlighting the efficiency of our operational planning and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

optimising storage through tech:

  • Internet of Things (IoT) sensors enable real-time monitoring of critical conditions such as temperature and humidity, helping facilities maintain efficiency
  • Data loggers provide historical data analysis for product transit and storage, ensuring accountability at every stage
  • Building management systems (BMS) enhance energy efficiency and prolong equipment life, thereby reducing downtime and passing cost savings on to customers

Prioritising sustainability:

By adopting practices such as condensation reuse, recycled plastic pallets, and eco-friendly packaging, we ensure a sustainable supply chain solution.

Solar power and waste reduction initiatives, including recycling and proper disposal of waste materials, contribute to a greener, more efficient operations.

This comprehensive approach to advanced technology and sustainability ensures that cold storage facilities meet the evolving demands of the supply chain industry.

GDP certified: Our warehouse meets good distribution practice (GDP) standards for ensuring the safe handling
of the products.

Stringent SOPs: We maintain strict SOPs from the entry as well as the exit of the products from the cold storage warehouse, ensuring consistency and quality throughout the process

Consistent housekeeping and maintenance: Routine cleaning and maintenance practices are in place to ensure a safe, efficient, and hygienic environment

Temperature and alarm monitoring: We regularly monitor temperature and have alarm systems to detect any issues and maintain optimal storage conditions.

Robust safety systems: Comprehensive safe protocols have been implemented to ensure the protection of both products as well as the personnel.

Precise temperature monitoring: Temperature levels are closely minitored and tracked as well as recorded in order to ensure consistency and providing detailed records for transparency.

Optimised location and access: Products are stored in designated locations in a bid to streamline inventory management thereby allowing accurate tracking and monitoring of product expiration.