{"id":5040,"date":"2026-02-17T19:40:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:40:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/?p=5040"},"modified":"2026-02-18T08:57:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T08:57:31","slug":"herausforderungen-in-der-lebensmittellogistik","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/en\/herausforderungen-in-der-lebensmittellogistik\/","title":{"rendered":"Challenges in food logistics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull\" style=\"min-height:33vw;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-5061 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blog-Transportplanung-Webservices-AH-Lebensmittel-1024x683.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blog-Transportplanung-Webservices-AH-Lebensmittel-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blog-Transportplanung-Webservices-AH-Lebensmittel-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blog-Transportplanung-Webservices-AH-Lebensmittel-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blog-Transportplanung-Webservices-AH-Lebensmittel-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Blog-Transportplanung-Webservices-AH-Lebensmittel.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-fifth-background-color has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><h1 class=\"has-text-align-center has-link-color wp-elements-5c15f29beec0071bb8fddc48a7dd2909 wp-block-post-title has-text-color has-white-color\">Challenges in food logistics<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e100ce2d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-background\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);background-image:url(&apos;https:\/\/lbase.software\/wp-content\/uploads\/Helix.png&apos;);background-position:0% 50%;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-large-font-size has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-die-grossten-herausforderungen-in-der-lebensmittellogistik-und-wie-technologie-sie-lost\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>The biggest challenges in food logistics and how technology solves them<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-warum-smarte-losungen-wie-addhelix-road-fur-kmus-zum-gamechanger-werden\">Why smart solutions such as addHelix Road are becoming game changers for SMEs.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Food logistics is one of the most demanding areas of the supply chain. Freshness, hygiene, and efficiency must be guaranteed every second\u2014often under high cost pressure, a shortage of skilled workers, and complex legal requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular face the challenge of managing all these factors with limited resources. Technology can make a decisive difference here: it creates transparency, reduces the workload on employees, and prevents errors before they happen. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-19e250f3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-was-bedeutet-das-fur-ihr-unternehmen-nbsp\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What does this mean for your company?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">The new regulation affects not only freeways, but also central provincial and municipal roads. Companies with emission-intensive vehicles must expect significantly higher costs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-19e250f3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-warum-jetzt-handeln-nbsp\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why act now?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">With a well-founded cost calculation, you create a solid basis for upcoming contract negotiations and can integrate the new toll costs directly into your planning. This allows you to maintain an overview and strengthen your company's position with business partners.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f09d52091075b1bc0967334bf682f05a has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-19e250f3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-genau-darauf-ist-addhelix-road-spezialisiert-nbsp\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>That's exactly what <strong>addHelix Road<\/strong> specialized<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">A solution that is deliberately kept simple, practical, and efficient.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-default is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-82fdabfd wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-52009084 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:1rem;border-top-right-radius:1rem;border-bottom-left-radius:1rem;border-bottom-right-radius:1rem;min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);box-shadow:12px 12px 50px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4)\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>1. Cold chain under pressure<\/strong><\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p id=\"h-1-eine-instabile-kuhlkette-kann-schnell-zu-verderb-reklamationen-oder-sogar-gesundheitsrisiken-fuhren-gerade-fur-kmu-ist-jeder-verlust-schmerzhaft-typische-risiken\">An unstable cold chain can quickly lead to spoilage, complaints, or even health risks. Every loss is painful, especially for SMEs.<br><br><strong>Typical risks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fluctuating temperatures along the tour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different cooling zones and product requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time pressure during loading and unloading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complex hygiene requirements<br><a href=\"https:\/\/vincienergies-my.sharepoint.com\/personal\/karin_saltori_vinci-energies_net\/_layouts\/15\/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B07FDA1F6-1F12-40A7-B73E-F0EB4054AA2A%7D&amp;file=Lebensmittellogistik_Kampagne_Sept25.xlsx&amp;action=default&amp;mobileredirect=true&amp;DefaultItemOpen=1\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution approach: <\/strong><br>addHelix Road enables intelligent planning based on cooling requirements, minimizes downtime, and documents the entire cold chain through seamless tracking and real-time data.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-52009084 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:1rem;border-top-right-radius:1rem;border-bottom-left-radius:1rem;border-bottom-right-radius:1rem;min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);box-shadow:12px 12px 50px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4)\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>2. High cost pressure &amp; inefficient processes<\/strong><\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SMEs often struggle with rising operating costs and tight margins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inefficient routes, empty runs, or a lack of transparency further exacerbate the situation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"h-\"><strong>Solution approach: <\/strong><br>The system automatically optimizes every route\u2014including return loads, vehicle utilization, and seasonal factors. The result: fewer miles, less fuel, and greater efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-52009084 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:1rem;border-top-right-radius:1rem;border-bottom-left-radius:1rem;border-bottom-right-radius:1rem;min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);box-shadow:12px 12px 50px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4)\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>3. High planning costs &amp; lack of resources<\/strong><\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Many SMEs still plan their refrigerated transport manually or with inflexible tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This takes time and leads to errors\u2014especially with last-minute changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution approach: <\/strong><br>The approach is based on intuitive operation without complex introduction, can be used immediately via the web without installation, integrates seamlessly into existing systems via APIs, and enables automated planning\u2014even for seasonal or recurring tours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-52009084 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:1rem;border-top-right-radius:1rem;border-bottom-left-radius:1rem;border-bottom-right-radius:1rem;min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);box-shadow:12px 12px 50px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4)\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>4. Hygiene requirements &amp; documentation obligations<\/strong><\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strict rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Control of every temperature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring of every stop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Precise timing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution approach: <\/strong><br>addHelix Road automatically documents every step\u2014from temperature curves and driver times to hygiene parameters. This reduces errors, creates traceability, and protects against liability risks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-52009084 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:1rem;border-top-right-radius:1rem;border-bottom-left-radius:1rem;border-bottom-right-radius:1rem;min-height:100%;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);box-shadow:12px 12px 50px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4)\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>5. High service requirements of customers<\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Punctual deliveries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete transparency <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quick responses to changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"h-4-hygieneanforderungen-amp-dokumentationspflichten-0\"><strong>Solution approach: <\/strong><br>Thanks to real-time tracking and dynamic route adjustment, SMEs are able to respond flexibly and communicate proactively at all times\u2014a service advantage that builds trust.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-warum-addhelix-road-besonders-fur-kmu-ein-vorteil-ist\" style=\"line-height:1.5\"><strong>Why addHelix Road is particularly advantageous for SMEs<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"h-warum-addhelix-road-besonders-fur-kmu-ein-vorteil-ist-viele-digitale-losungen-am-markt-sind-fur-kleine-und-mittlere-logistikbetriebe-schlicht-uberdimensioniert-zu-komplex-zu-teuer-oder-nur-mit-grossem-implementierungsaufwand-realisierbar-addhelix-road-wurde-deshalb-gemeinsam-mit-branchenprofis-entwickelt-speziell-fur-die-anforderungen-von-kmus-im-lebensmittel-und-hygienehandel-das-bedeutet-fur-sie\">Many digital solutions on the market are simply oversized for small and medium-sized logistics companies: too complex, too expensive, or only feasible with considerable implementation effort. addHelix Road was therefore developed in collaboration with industry professionals, specifically for the requirements of SMEs in the food and hygiene trade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"h-warum-addhelix-road-besonders-fur-kmu-ein-vorteil-ist-viele-digitale-losungen-am-markt-sind-fur-kleine-und-mittlere-logistikbetriebe-schlicht-uberdimensioniert-zu-komplex-zu-teuer-oder-nur-mit-grossem-implementierungsaufwand-realisierbar-addhelix-road-wurde-deshalb-gemeinsam-mit-branchenprofis-entwickelt-speziell-fur-die-anforderungen-von-kmus-im-lebensmittel-und-hygienehandel-das-bedeutet-fur-sie\"><strong>For you, this means:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Simple operation instead of complex and expensive IT projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ready to use immediately, as it is web-based and requires no installation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexibly adaptable, optimally designed for food and hygiene retail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatic planning algorithms \u2013 even without a large planning team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear, understandable visualization for quick, informed decisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainable efficiency gains from day one<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In short: addHelix Road delivers exactly the features that really help SMEs move forward\u2014without technical baggage or unnecessary costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-19e250f3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\" id=\"h-fazit-wer-heute-digital-plant-liefert-morgen-frischer-sicherer-und-effizienter\">Conclusion: <strong>Those who plan digitally today will deliver fresher, safer, and more efficiently tomorrow.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">The food industry is changing rapidly, and SMEs that use digital tools have a clear advantage. addHelix Road helps not only to overcome typical challenges such as cold chain management, cost pressure, and time constraints, but also to actively turn them into competitive advantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-primary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.addhelix.com\/en\/road\/\">MORE TO ADDHELIX ROAD<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Author: Saltori Karin, Product Marketing<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The biggest challenges in food logistics and how technology solves them<br \/>\nDie Lebensmittellogistik geh\u00f6rt zu den anspruchsvollsten Bereichen der Supply Chain. 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