Top 3 Places to Start Your Search for a Packaging Printer
Looking for a packaging printer or vendor can be overwhelming, especially if you’re starting to plan your brand’s launch. You could throw a dart at the wall, and chances are, you’ll hit a packaging printing and supply company. But where are the best places to look? Here’s a glimpse at three places to start.
Local Printers
Local printers are an excellent option for smaller print runs and can often reduce the cost of shipping the packaging to you. They’re also great for companies that take pride in supporting local businesses. And once you develop a strong relationship with them already, they may be willing to work with you on pricing or give you special deals.
Ask Your Product Manufacturer
A great way to find a packaging supplier is to ask your product manufacturer. They usually have working relationships with suppliers, or they might know of a printer who could be an ideal fit. The best part about this approach is that the supplier will be familiar with your product. This means they can make recommendations based on your specific needs and requirements instead of just throwing out general suggestions that may or may not be relevant.
The Packaging Field Guide
We know how difficult sourcing product packaging can be! And recommendations for packaging printers and suppliers are the number one question we hear from our clients. To answer that question, we created the Packaging Field Guide!
The guide is an invaluable resource for product-based businesses. It provides a definitive list of suppliers while walking you through the entire process: from finding potential vendors online all the way to working with them on your project!
Takeaway: Working with a Recommended Packaging Supplier Will Save You Time
Working with a local or recommended packaging supplier will save you time when you’re first starting. So before resigning yourself to Googling around for hours on end, explore your local options, ask your product manufacturer, and consult the Packaging Field Guide. Asking for recommendations from trusted partners will almost certainly lead you closer to the solution you’re looking for—and save time!
Check out the Packaging Field Guide if you’re looking for help creating a powerful packaging strategy. Our system guides your step-by-step in creating your unique packaging project plan and is packed with tools to confidently uncover and choose the perfect packaging suppliers for your product business.