Compare own crates with the market pool using return, damage, washing and waiting records. Verify product requirements separately for sensitive goods.
For a season, count crates sent, returned, damaged and washed; divide purchase and logistics costs by actual use. Compare own crates with the market pool using these costs and receipt records. If cooling protection is needed, trial it separately under product-specific conditions.
To compare own crates with the market pool, log sent, returned, broken and awaiting-wash quantities for each delivery. Record crate mark and recipient.
Include purchase, washing, collection and loss records in the period cost of your own crates. Confirm market-pool charges and return terms in writing.
If the product needs temperature control in transit, assess that separately from crate ownership. Verify an arrangement for the product and route with a trial and records.
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