Cutting Waste in Cold Chain Logistics with AI

Send me a messageShipping perishables isn’t just about getting products from A to B—it’s a high-stakes logistics challenge where delays mean financial loss, spoiled goods, and environmental waste. In this episode, I speak with Juan Meisel, CEO of Grip, a company transforming perishable fulfilment through AI-driven logistics.Juan shares insights from his time at ButcherBox, where scaling operations exposed the inefficiencies of traditional fulfilment models. He explains how Grip optimises shipping for frozen and refrigerated products, reducing waste and emissions while improving delivery reliability. We also discuss:The impact of AI on shipping perishables – how predictive models adjust packaging and routing in real time.Weather disruptions and supply chain resilience – why holding shipments proactively can be more sustainable than reshipping failed deliveries.The balance between sustainability and cost – how brands can cut logistics emissions without sacrificing efficiency.Why standardisation isn’t always the answer – introducing variability in packaging and carrier selection can actually improve sustainability.If your business depends on shipping perishable goods—whether it’s food, pharmaceuticals, or speciality products—this episode provides a data-driven perspective on reducing waste while keeping operations efficient.Listen now on your favourite podcast platform.👉 Connect with Juan Meisel on LinkedIn👉 Learn more about Grip at gripshipping.com#SupplyChain #Sustainability #Logistics #AI #PerishableShipping #Fulfilment #EcommerceSupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous Subscribers:Alicia FaragKieran OgnevGary LynchAnd remember you too can become a Resilient Supply Chain+ subscriber  - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent episodes like this one and give you access to bonus episodes of topical, timely supply chain resilience analysis.🎤 Looking for a keynote speaker on supply chain resilience, AI, and sustainability?I help leaders understand the forces reshaping global supply chains, from geopolitical disruption and climate risk to AI and real-time decision-making. Download my Speaker Pack: https://tinyurl.com/spkrpckFinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a direct message on LinkedIn, or send me a message using this link.If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks for listening.