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Last Updated on December 28, 2020 by Work In My Pajamas
Setting up a business where you sell products that needs to be shipped can be challenging. Having a desirable product alone is not enough to guarantee that your customers will come back again and again. There are many factors that need to be considered in the shipping process, like making it fast, dependable and presentable. With that being said, here are some basic things that one must need to know.
Design Custom Packaging
Years ago, packaging was just simply a part of the process of wrapping the purchased product to deliver it to the customer. Nowadays, people are looking for a packaging style that looks presentable and unique, like what color the package should be, where the company’s logo is printed, and the labels printed on the box. Just look at how cellphones and laptops from big companies are wrapped up these days. The product is packaged with fine materials and each section of the box is perfectly designed for the product along with its parts (charger, headphones, etc.) to showcase their own unique style and to differentiate it from other brands.
However, you must also consider the cost. Despite offering “free shipping” which is becoming an increasingly popular option for most businesses these days, the best way to do this is to increase the price of the product by a reasonable amount. Just be sure to charge at a flat rate, and avoid overcharging your customers.
Packaging Options
The next thing to consider is what type of box you will need for safe transport. There are many types of custom boxes like, Regular Slotted Cartons, Full Overlap Boxes, Five Panel Folder boxes, and Half Slotted Cartonwith lids. Get in touch with suppliers who can provide you with these options, such as Associated Paper & Supply. Every product is unique, so choosing the right box size for the product is crucial.
Choosing The Right Shipping Service
There are many companies that provide shipping services, and each has its own cost or factors that need to be consider like, the size and weight of the package, where the package is being sent, tracking and insurance. Just be sure that the cost fits well in your budget, and that the service is fast and dependable otherwise you can lose customers in the event of shipping delays or mishandling of products en route.
Use the tips mentioned above to improve your product presentation and efficiency in packaging and shipping orders for timely and cost-effective completion.
Considering the type of box you need when shipping different items is a great idea, thanks for mentioning it! I will make sure to tell my boss about this when I see him on Monday morning. I bet he will think long and hard about it. After all, there’s always time to make shipping that much better for any business.