What to consider when choosing a packaging company

Published on Tuesday, Sep 08 2015 So you’ve designed and created a new product which you couldn’t be prouder of, but you can’t distribute it without some sort of packaging. The last thing you want to do is cheapen your carefully designed product which you have slaved over with poor packaging. What you need is a packaging manufacturer who can cater to your specific needs, but with so much competition in the packaging market, who do you choose? As packaging experts, Wessex Packaging have put together some advice to help you make your decision. 1. Quality accreditation Every packaging manufacturer and supplier is going to claim that they only supply the highest quality products which can make them very hard to differentiate. The best way to identify which suppliers really do provide quality products is to check for any quality assurance or accreditation. Wessex Packaging are ISO 9001 accredited which is the type of accreditation you should be looking for. 2. Bespoke products and services With such a wide variety of product sizes, it can be difficult to find the packaging which fits your product perfectly. Bespoke packaging protects your product from damage, gives it a much smarter look and means you will not need to use additional stuffing packaging such as bubble wrap. Wessex Packaging provide bespoke packaging for our clients and do everything we can to meet their needs. 3. Pricing While you should always look for competitive prices, it isn’t always the best idea to go for the cheapest solution. Cheaper products can result in poorer quality. At Wessex Packaging, our prices are competitive and reflective of the quality of our products. We always endeavour to find a solution that will meet your needs in terms of cost and quality. 4. Customer service When you choose a packaging company, you want to ensure you have a good relationship with the people who work there. They should be helpful and considerate, explaining everything in simple terms and ensuring you are beyond satisfied with your products and service received. At Wessex Packaging, we pride ourselves on excellent customer service, our ability to meet deadlines and the relationships we develop with our customers. You can read some of our customer testimonials here. 5. Location The location of your packaging company should always be put into consideration. A local packaging company is less likely to have transportation and logistical problems. Many companies decide to get their packaging imported to reduce costs, but this can result in major problems such as damage in transportation, low quality products, miscommunication and slow turnaround times. Wessex Packaging are located in Wiltshire, UK and deliver Nationwide using our own vehicles or by courier service. At Wessex Packaging we strive to go above and beyond for all of our clients and customers to ensure they are receiving better products and service than any of the competition. If you want to know more or need further advice, please feel free to contact us and we can discuss your specific needs. Alternatively, feel free to browse our website and find out more about our company, production methods, products and more.