Blackberry Pallet Blog

Pallet manufacturing and Industry Insights

Behind the scenes look at Blackberry Pallet. Insights into the pallet manufacturing industry and the businesses we support. Analysis of economic, manufacturing, and global policy trends and their impact on the US Manufacturing and Forestry Product Industry.

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Considering Hardwood Pallets for Reliable Shipping

Joe H | Jun 10, 2026 | 7 min read For manufacturers, pallet price matters — but so does performance. A pallet that breaks during loading, fails to support the product, or creates problems for the customer can cost more than the invoice suggests.… Read more

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AI as a Tool for Human Problem Solving and Creativity

Joe H | Apr 20, 2026 | 9 min read Part 3 - A Turman Group case study of AI for problem solving and creativity in business, showing how human-led workflows supported design, translation, and digital strategy. Read more

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AI as a Business Tool, Not a Business Mind

Joe H | Apr 8, 2026 | 13 min read Part 2 in the series. This article explains AI as a tool for structured business analysis, showing how human-led workflows improve clarity, accuracy, and usefulness. Read more

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Beyond the Digital Brochure: Why Digital Presence Matters

Joe H | Apr 1, 2026 | 7 min read Part 1 - Online digital presence shapes how modern businesses are found, judged, and understood. This article discusses why a website is more than a digital brochure. Read more

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Digital Strategy, AI, and the Changing Role of Modern Business Tools

Joe H | Apr 1, 2026 | 3 min read Introducing a three-part series that takes a close look at how digital tools affect business communication, digital presence, and the responsible use of AI. Read more

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2026 Hardwood Outlook: The Manufacturing Cost of Uncertainty

Joe H | Jan 15, 2026 | 3 min read 2026 US Hardwood Market Analysis: How policy uncertainty and supply constraints are creating structural manufacturing risks. Download the full strategic outlook Read more

Blog graphic reading Looking Ahead 2026 with logistics, pallet handling, transportation, and forest imagery.

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2025 US Wood Manufacturing in Review & Challenges for 2026

Joe H | Jan 2, 2026 | 6 min read A detailed look at US wood manufacturing in 2025, covering the closures and contraction, and the challenges ahead as well as the potential that 2026 may bring. Read more

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EUDR: New Deadlines and Critical Nuances for US Industries

Joe H | Dec 18, 2025 | 3 min read Official: EU Parliament votes to delay EUDR implementation by one year. View the new Dec 30, 2026 deadline and essential compliance updates for US industries. Read more