Consulting Services
Tailored solutions for your specific challenges
Cost Analysis & Optimization
Deep dive into your pallet spending to identify savings opportunities. We analyze procurement, usage, damage rates, and lifecycle costs.
- Current state analysis
- Cost breakdown report
- Savings recommendations
- Implementation roadmap
Operations Assessment
Evaluate your pallet handling, storage, and flow to identify inefficiencies. Improve throughput and reduce damage.
- Facility walkthrough
- Process mapping
- Bottleneck identification
- Best practice recommendations
Sustainability Audit
Assess environmental impact of your pallet program. Develop strategies for recycling, reuse, and carbon footprint reduction.
- Environmental impact report
- Recycling program design
- Sustainability metrics
- Green certification guidance
Compliance Review
Ensure your pallet program meets all regulatory requirements including ISPM-15, FDA, and industry-specific standards.
- Compliance gap analysis
- Remediation plan
- Documentation templates
- Audit preparation support
Areas of Expertise
Supply Chain Optimization
Cost Reduction
Regulatory Compliance
Sustainability Programs
Operations Improvement
International Shipping
Engagement Options
Quick Assessment
- Facility tour
- Key stakeholder interviews
- Quick wins report
- Recommendations summary
Comprehensive Audit
- Full operations review
- Data analysis
- Detailed report
- Implementation plan
- 30-day follow-up
Ongoing Advisory
- Regular check-ins
- Continuous improvement
- Priority support
- Quarterly reviews
- Training sessions
Client Success Stories
Major Food Distributor
Spending $450K annually on pallets with high damage rates and frequent shortages
Comprehensive audit of procurement, handling, and vendor relationships
- 32% cost reduction ($144K saved)
- Damage rate dropped from 18% to 6%
- Zero stockouts in 12 months
E-Commerce Fulfillment Center
Failing ISPM-15 audits and risking international shipping capability
Compliance review and vendor certification program
- 100% audit pass rate
- Streamlined documentation
- Expanded export capability
Manufacturing Plant
Pallet handling bottleneck limiting production throughput
Operations assessment and flow optimization
- 25% throughput improvement
- Reduced labor hours
- Eliminated double-handling
Our Consulting Process
Discovery
Understand your business, challenges, and goals
Analysis
Deep dive into data, processes, and operations
Findings
Present insights and opportunities identified
Recommendations
Provide actionable, prioritized solutions
Support
Help implement and measure results
Questions We Often Answer
Free Initial Consultation
30 minutes to discuss your challenges
- No obligation, no sales pitch
- Speak with a senior consultant
- Get immediate insights
- Understand your options
Consulting FAQ
Do I have to be a customer to use consulting services?
No, our consulting services are available to any business. We provide objective, unbiased recommendations regardless of whether you purchase pallets from us.
What information do you need from us?
Typically, we need pallet purchase history, usage data, current processes, and access to key stakeholders. We'll provide a detailed checklist during kickoff.
Will you implement the recommendations?
We can support implementation, or we provide detailed guidance for your team to execute. Many clients choose a hybrid approach.
How quickly can we see results?
Quick wins are often identified in the first assessment. Major savings typically materialize within 3-6 months of implementation.
Is there a guarantee on savings?
We're confident in our ability to find savings. If a Comprehensive Audit doesn't identify at least 2x the consulting fee in savings opportunities, we'll refund the difference.
Let's Optimize Your Pallet Program
Start with a free consultation. Our experts will help you identify opportunities and develop a plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about this service. If you need more detail, our team is one message away.
What does a pallet audit include?
We review sizes, grades, flow paths, storage, and damage rates to reduce spend and waste.
How long does an assessment take?
Most onsite assessments take a few hours with findings delivered within 48 hours.
Do you provide savings estimates?
Yes. We model repair vs. replace strategies, freight optimization, and standardization gains.
Can you redesign pallet specs?
We adjust board thickness, stringer count, and fasteners to match your load and handling needs.
Do you help with export compliance?
We validate HT requirements, stamping, and documentation for ISPM-15 shipments.
Can you improve warehouse flow?
We recommend storage layouts, dock routines, and pallet rotation to reduce touches.
Is reporting included?
You receive a written plan with priorities, cost impacts, and sustainability benefits.
Do you train teams?
We train staff on inspection, segregation, and safe handling to extend pallet life.
How are fees structured?
Assessments can be project-based; many programs are offset by savings identified.
Can you support multi-site rollouts?
Yes. We standardize specs and launch playbooks across multiple locations.