Kitting and assembly has taken on a whole new meaning in recent years with the increase of e-commerce, online ordering, and subscription boxes. Many small businesses are realizing that kitting products together, grouping similar products to meet consumer demand, increases customer satisfaction, thus increases sales. How to keep up …
Manufacturers of powders and granules have historically used fiber drums for storing and shipping their products. While using large drums has been the norm and provides some benefits such as convenience for filling into a large mouth open container, many manufacturers are realizing the benefits of flexible packaging. The size …
Many brands follow the rules when it comes to labeling, particularly regarding safety warnings and nutritional values of food, etc. When it comes to inclusivity, while many companies have taken great strides, there is still a lot of room for improvement. People with disabilities are the world’s largest minority, according …
Flexible packaging, or flex packaging, is exactly that, packaging that is literally flexible, capable of bending without breaking. There are many types of flexible packaging such as bags, pouches, and wrappers. The next time you see potato chip bags, juice pouches, even the wrappers around granola bars, these are all …
How does contract packaging support 3PL? Let’s first understand what this term we’ve been hearing more of really means. 3PL is a term that means Third Party Logistics and has become increasingly popular with the rise in online ordering and subscription services. 3PL providers offer inventory management, warehousing, and order …
Packaging is an important part of any manufacturing process, although packaging today has more purpose than just storing or shipping your goods. Packaging plays a critical role in a company’s marketing strategy and brand recognition. Working with a contract packaging company provides many benefits such as cost efficient logistics, improved …
Controlling the costs of packaging is always an important consideration for manufacturers or any company packaging products. In addition to the cost of corrugated, the cost of shrink wrapping is one of the largest packaging expenses for many companies. Here are some tips on how you can evaluate your …
Manufacturers today are grappling with similar challenges from their counterparts in the 1950s, faced with staffing a reliable, productive workforce that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. In 1949, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers drafted a report to U.S. employers urging them to consider employing …
As 2021 came to a close and businesses started preparing for the new year, many companies want to know about new packaging trends for 2022. The global pandemic that began in early 2020 has changed the way that companies across many industries operate their business. Businesses today have new considerations …
Alyse Penny, Operations Support Alyse has been with PPS for 6 years. She is the Operations Support for the Operations Manager and Supervisors. Alyse helps with multiple different daily/monthly tasks to assist our awesome production. She loves our mission and stands by it. For the future, Alyse hopes that …
