Contract Packaging: The Greatest Challenges with Co-Packing

We all know that nailing down a concrete definition of contract packaging is considered almost impossible. The phrase often means different things to different people, especially depending on whether you are in the business of contract packaging, rely on it for streamlining, or are a participant in the process. However, no matter how you define it, whether you set out to combine offers through packaging complimentary products together, or rely on a company for filler, or to facilitate the entire process, there are challenges inherent in the process.

-        Time is often considered the biggest challenge when it comes to co-packing. When you rely on a partner company to coordinate the process of packaging similar products together, the process necessitates the ability to adapt to fulfilling rush orders. Tight deadlines can sometimes mean a rush to get all required materials, on time, from a number of different suppliers. Having trained staff available at the drop of a hat to meet a rush order can also be a problem.

-        What about design? For your package to be the most effective, it should be appealing as well as effective. Are the right materials being used that equal strength but not added weight? Are those materials eco-friendly? These can be other challenges that need to be overcome.

For many companies, streamlining operations through contract packaging is a necessity. Contract packaging allows for a much more efficient completion of a process, one that does not interrupt your business or take away from regular day-to-day tasks.

So, with the above challenges in mind, as well as the fact that most of the time you can’t go without, why not work with a packaging company that can help you attack these head-on, and develop a solution that meets your specific needs, whether ongoing or a one-time occurrence?

At PTI, we can solve the problem. Not only do we offer innovative custom product packaging, created to your specific ideas and requirements, we can also work with our partners to organize and facilitate contract packaging that goes off without a hitch. By creating a campaign in consultation with you, or just taking your campaign and running with it, we can ensure that the entire process, from package manufacturing to fill to shipping is done in a way that overcomes common co-packing challenges. We even offer inventory management to help you store and keep track of your surplus inventory, offsite and out of the way.

For more about dealing with the issues of contract packaging, contact Packaging Technologies Inc. to find out how our partnerships can help you. Call 1-800-303-5883 today. We’ve got you covered.