Will sustainability trends from the consumer packaging industry have an impact on electronics manufacturing this year? As we wrap up the first big consumer holiday of 2017, it’s interesting to think about how innovation in packaging never stops. While many of the newest ideas are hitting consumer applications first, perhaps they will point to new directions for electronics
Multi-channel distribution is likely to fuel the demand for on-demand packaging as companies continue their search for more cost-effective solutions. Only 7% of companies are making their boxes on demand. However, that figure is set to grow quickly. The explosive rise of e-commerce and all the uncertainties it entails in terms of order fulfillment will
This article was previously published on EBN. Looking for a way to make your supply chain more efficient? You might want to consider reusable packaging. Reusable packaging includes pallets, racks, bulk containers, bins, dollies, handheld containers, and dunnage typically made from durable materials such as plastic, wood, and metal. Traditional packaging solutions are designed for
This post originally appeared on EBN. For many customers, both current and prospective, you are your packaging. Take the time to do it right. I recently read a great piece by Zach Williams, founder and creative director of Venveo, on the role of packaging from a marketing perspective. Williams puts forth the idea that packaging is a
This post was originally published on EBN. Packaging optimization is critical to supply chain optimization. To catch big advantages, change your mindset and make packaging a forethought rather than an afterthought. In a Packaging World article, Elisha Tropper, president and CEO of Cambridge Seals Security (CSS), describes how packaging is typically thought of by manufacturers: An afterthought…
This post was originally published on EBN. Summer is over, fall has arrived, and winter is right around the corner. As the days grow shorter and colder, don’t let inertia take over. Instead, put your packaging on a diet. Here are three reasons why a packaging slim down will improve the health of your company’s supply
