T|WO’s AutoO2 Solution Revolutionizes Carbon Emission Reduction in Transportation

In Franklin, Tennessee, an important development in supply chain sustainability has been announced. Transportation | Warehouse Optimization (T|WO), a front-runner in the field of load building and transportation load leveling optimization, has revealed that its innovative AutoO² technology is leading to substantial carbon emission reductions for shippers. This breakthrough is particularly significant because it can slash the carbon footprint associated with transportation – one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions globally. Integrating AutoO2 into logistics operations could benefit companies invested in environmental responsibility, including consumer goods titans like Unilever PLC UL, as they work towards greener supply chains.

Impressive Carbon Savings Demonstrated

The efficiency gains with AutoO² are not merely theoretical. For one client, implementing the technology for just twenty-one days resulted in a reduction of 149 truckloads, symbolizing a 17% savings in truckload utilization. Translated into carbon emissions, this saving amounts to a 13% reduction, or 222 fewer metric tonnes of CO² – comparable to the carbon sequestration potential of 265 acres of U.S. forests over the same timeframe. Over the course of a year, this impact magnifies to an equivalent carbon sequester potential of an impressive 4,675 acres of forest land.

Optimizing Load and Transportation

The AutoO² platform specializes in creating load plans that utilize up to 98% of a truck’s capacity, a notable increase from the common industry standard of 85-90%. By doing so, it not only minimizes the number of trucks required on the road but also leads to substantial cost reductions. Companies can expect savings of up to 10% in freight costs through optimized payloads that are legal, damage-free, and well-balanced. As a testament to its effectiveness, one customer reported monthly savings of $85,000 from using AutoO2 in just one warehouse.

Integration with Existing Systems

T|WO designed AutoO² to easily sync with various supply chain management systems. It is compatible with Supply Planning Systems to shape demand into optimized truckloads, Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) systems to manage large orders, and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to ensure warehouse operations contribute to creating the optimal payload. The overarching goal is to organize transportation in a way that aligns with environmental targets and reduces excess costs.

Three Decades of Industry Leadership

Transportation | Warehouse Optimization has over 30 years of industry experience, assisting Fortune 500 giants like P&G, Unilever UL, Campbell's, among others, in trimming down logistics expenses while optimizing supply chain operations. Its load-building solutions and 3D load diagramming software have been crucial in transforming how companies approach transportation efficiency and sustainability.

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