A national food distribution company struggled with inconsistent quality, tight supply, and safety exposure related to their current process utilizing CO2 for packaging.
They Were Frustrated Because:
- Limited Availability of CO2 Was Driving Up Costs
- Current Inefficient Process Was Leading to Spoilage
- Waste CO2 Posed Considerable Safety Risk at Their Facilities
They Wanted to Develop a New CO2 Optimization Process That Would:
- Reduce Their Exposure Risk with CO2 Supply, Cost, and Safety
- Improve Customer Satisfaction
- Provide an Acceptable Return on Investment
Outcomes
Bridged Organizational Hurdles Between Procurement, Operations, and Finance
Designed and Implemented a CO2 Optimization Solution That Reduced Their Consumption by 50%
Saved the Corporation Approximately $500K Per Site Per Year
Avoided Crippling Plant Shutdowns
Negated Customer Complaints About Spoilage
