In the fresh produce supply chain, "On-Time, In-Full" (OTIF) is the ultimate metric. But "In-Full" means more than just showing up with the right case count. It means delivering the product in the exact condition the shipper intended, preserving the quality, freshness, and shelf life for the end customer. This is where most of the industry fails, and the cost is staggering. Part 1: The $1 Trillion Problem & The Cascade of Costs We are just one brokerage that moves produce, bu

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