Write down the demand basis
Use measured history where available and label forecast values. Record daily counts, operating days and the planned container count. Do not present an illustrative calculator result as a confirmed harvest.
Ask about supply timing
Confirm supplier availability, order windows, storage and assembly requirements. Discuss how a changed forecast affects the next delivery. Avoid assuming an enquiry reserves packaging or guarantees a collection.
Track what actually happened
Record containers received, used, damaged and remaining. Compare the results with the original assumptions. That history is more useful for the following peak than an undocumented safety margin.
Source context: PCA · bulk packaging ↗. Confirm the actual design, materials and operating requirements with the responsible supplier and your produce handling team.