MAY 2026 | Packaging and Supply Chain Insights

Smarter Packaging
Starts with Better Decisions

Practical packaging and supply chain perspectives focused on improving visibility, efficiency and long-term operational performance.

Moving Business Forward

Businesses across manufacturing, distribution and logistics continue to face increasing pressure around visibility, cost control and operational efficiency. As packaging systems become more connected to overall supply chain performance, smarter decisions around sourcing, pallet design and unit load strategy can create long-term operational advantages.

This month’s content explores practical approaches to packaging science, pallet technology and strategic sourcing that can help reduce risk, improve efficiency and support stronger supply chain performance over time.

When unit load failures occur, the root cause is often more complex than damaged packaging or pallet performance alone. Explore how package integrity testing helps identify system weaknesses, improve load stability and support more reliable supply chain performance.

Discover how pallet technology, tracking systems, automation and packaging science work together to improve load stability, increase visibility and support long-term supply chain performance. Learn how integrated palletizing, stretch wrapping, ergonomic systems and Smart Pallet technology help reduce damage, improve efficiency and create more resilient operations.

Understand how GMA pallet standards and grading guidelines shape pallet quality, consistency and everyday supply chain operations. This guide breaks down pallet grades, specifications and common industry practices to help businesses make smarter pallet decisions.

Custom pallets can do more than move products from one point to another — they can help optimize storage, improve load stability and support a more efficient supply chain. See how tailored pallet designs reduce waste, protect products and create better performance across transportation and warehouse operations.

Learn how packaging science and right fit pallet design help reduce damage, improve efficiency and support long-term supply chain performance. By optimizing load stability, pallet dimensions and transportation efficiency, businesses can reduce waste, lower freight costs and improve overall supply chain performance.

Strategic Sourcing Series

Strategic sourcing plays a major role in controlling costs, improving supplier relationships and building a more resilient supply chain. Explore how thoughtful procurement strategies and long-term sourcing decisions can increase efficiency, reduce risk and deliver measurable impact to your bottom line.

Support Beyond the Pallet

From load securement and crating to packaging systems, lumber, recycling and supply chain support, Millwood helps businesses improve operational performance across the entire unit load.

Built on decades of pallet and packaging experience, Millwood supports customers with integrated solutions designed to improve efficiency, reduce waste and strengthen supply chain operations.

Download The Strategic Sourcing Report