Research Downstreaming: Smart Cold Storage to Strengthen Food MSMEs
This poster features appropriate technology solutions from research. Professor Dr. Imam Mukhlis, SE., M.Si from State University of Malang. This innovation comes as an answer to supply chain management challenges and the availability of raw materials for food processing MSMEs.
Key Innovation Points:
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Smart Temperature Control The machine is designed to automatically maintain the storage room's temperature stability based on real-time data from thermal sensors and the volume of goods inside.
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Digital Inventory Management Equipped with a mini computing system to read temperature sensor data and monitor inventory data (type, quantity, and storage date).
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Production Optimization Assisting MSMEs in providing raw materials of maintained quality and storing processed products ready for consumption so they have a longer shelf life.
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Export Support This prototype is prepared for the import substitution industry and supports local SMEs to compete in the international market.Go Export).
Strategic Collaboration
Through a partnership with CV Friend of Food In the city of Malang, this innovation has been implemented to increase production efficiency and product quality consistency of processed foods made from local raw materials. This synergy is a real form of collaboration between higher education institutions, government, and the private sector.
Keywords Smart Cold Storage, Food Technology, MSME Go Export, State University of Malang, Research Commercialization, Supply Chain Management.