3 Hidden Dangers of Using Web-Based Packaging Suppliers
Ordering your packaging supplies online is quick and easy, isn’t it? You might enjoy sweet discounts or gifts when you order from an e-commerce provider. But appearances can be deceiving. The quick and easy method might save you dollars today and cost you thousands tomorrow. Before you click another “Buy Now” button you owe it […]
6 Downsides to Hand-Wrapping Pallets
A funny thing happened on a sales call today. A customer who ships out high tech projection screens worth tens of thousands of dollars per pallet asked me, “So, how much is your stretch film going to cost me?” My answer without hesitation was, “Why should you care?” If you’re handling expensive hardware that cost thousands of […]
It’s Not Easy Going Green
As packaging industry consultants with years of experience, we’re often asked by our clients about eco-friendly alternatives to conventional packaging solutions. Environmentally friendly options are out there, but there are tradeoffs that often become the determining factors in whether a business goes forward or sticks with their old ways of doing things. Every industry is […]
A Case Study in Surgical Precision (Literally)
We work with a large, multinational manufacturer of procedure-specific surgical kits. Although the kits save time and money, they are still labor intensive in their assembly, finishing, and packaging. Our client had developed an internal task force to find suppliers who could address their highly specialized packaging requirements. What they needed was an automated, turnkey solution.
Five Things Customers Really Need from Their Packaging Supplier
Too often in the packaging materials side of the business we’re asked to accept that our competitors are recommending & selling appropriate products that are in the best interest of the customer.
How Total Cost of Ownership Creates Better ROI for Consumer Products Goods Companies
While CEOs fight to cut costs, engineers scream for higher-performing machines. Until these perspectives are resolved, the tension and opposing views will continue to hurt the bottom line.
Announcement: We have merged with Kinsey Packaging
We are pleased to announce the merger of First Packaging Systems, Inc. and Kinsey Packaging Inc. This competitive alliance will provide you with an elevated customer experience, a laser-focused approach to better packaging automation, and a fortified commitment to your success.
The Pitfalls of Pallet Stretch Wrapping
Many stretch film and equipment reps simply don’t understand load containment any better than their customers. We think it’s time for that to change.
From Growing Pains to True Growth – An E-Commerce Study
It’s a common problem: Companies are uncertain how to handle growth, particularly when it comes to packing. Growth tends to elevate errors in picking, packing, and shipping, thus incurring greater costs in processing orders.
Repair Or Replace? How to Know When It’s Time to Purchase New Equipment In This Economy
It gets complicated once you take a closer look at other relevant factors.