Managing a large-scale kitting project is no small feat, especially when you’re handling six truckloads of berberine supplements, sorting 83 different lot numbers, and building 576 display units for multiple Costco locations. But at Elite Sourcing & Logistics, we thrive on challenges. Our team recently completed a complex kitting project with precision and speed, ensuring everything was perfectly executed from start to finish. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we did it.
Step 1: Sorting & Organizing 83 Lot Numbers
The first step of the project was to sort and organize 83 distinct lot numbers across the six truckloads of berberine supplements. Each lot required careful sorting to ensure proper rotation, with older stock prioritized for distribution and newer inventory saved for future shipments. Accuracy was key—not only for compliance but also to maximize product freshness and avoid any disruptions to Costco’s inventory requirements.
Step 2: Rotating Stock for Efficiency
Stock rotation was critical in this project to maintain product integrity and meet Costco’s specifications. Our team meticulously implemented the “first-in, first-out” method, ensuring older lots were processed and packaged first. This precise rotation optimized shelf life and minimized waste, which is especially important when dealing with supplements that have expiration dates.
Step 3: Building and Filling Display Boxes
With the lot numbers sorted and ready, our team moved on to the next phase—assembling the display boxes. These were no ordinary boxes; they needed to be sturdy, retail-ready, and designed to highlight the berberine supplements effectively.
Once built, the displays were filled with the correctly sorted supplements, following strict guidelines to ensure the right product ended up in the right box. Each display was then inspected to ensure accuracy and presentation standards were met.
Step 4: Final Assembly and Palletization
Once the display boxes were filled, it was time for final assembly. The displays were securely packed into their final configurations and placed onto pallets. Our team ensured that each pallet was optimally stacked to prevent damage during transport while maximizing shipping efficiency. This attention to detail allowed for faster loading, secure transit, and easy setup at the Costco locations.
Step 5: Coordinated Distribution to Multiple Costco Locations
With 576 displays ready to go, the final step was coordinating the shipment to Costco locations. Working with client-preferred carriers, Elite managed the local transportation to ensure on-time delivery. Our coordination efforts ensure that each location received the correct shipment without delays or errors.
Delivering Success: How Elite Made It Happen
Thanks to our team’s operational precision and dedication to quality, the entire kitting project was completed on time and to Costco’s exact specifications. Here’s what made this project a success:
- Accurate Sorting: Efficiently organizing 83 different lot numbers ensured that inventory was correctly rotated and tracked.
- Customized Assembly: Building and filling 576 display boxes allowed for a seamless transition from warehouse to retail shelves.
- Logistics Coordination: Smooth local transportation and distribution to multiple locations kept everything on schedule.
Why Kitting with Elite Sets You Up for Success
At Elite Sourcing & Logistics, projects like this aren’t just tasks—they’re opportunities to demonstrate the power of precision logistics and forward-thinking solutions. Whether it’s handling complex lot sorting, assembling custom displays, or coordinating large-scale shipments, our team delivers results that make a difference.
Need Expert Kitting for Your Next Project?
Whether you’re preparing product displays for retail giants like Costco or managing specialized packaging needs, Elite Sourcing & Logistics has the expertise to get it done right. Contact us today to discuss how we can support your next kitting or logistics project.