dcc Contributes To the Cause with No Minimum Order Quantities
Print is what we do, and we are known in the print production industry for our quality, broad capabilities, and customer service. Over the past two
years, we have successfully built upon our strengths by expanding our folded carton and paperboard packaging division. In a world where there is a strong concentration on shifting to digital marketing, there is a lot of debate about the future of print. However, as long as there are consumables on the market, there will always be a need for packing and packaging consumer products. Whether on shelves at the grocery store or shipped directly to consumers, a product’s packaging is an integral part of the consumer experience. Each packaging component is a touchpoint between a brand and its consumer. Packaging tells a story, is your brand’s first impression, and can speak volumes about your business. Yet, even though we don’t see a decline in packaging production (in fact, the size of the packaging printing market is expected to grow 8% over the next 5 years1), it is not without its challenges.
There is a growing demand for sustainable and compostable packaging
over plastics. Studies show that more than a third of global consumers will
pay more for sustainability, and 61% of consumers in the U.S. consider
sustainability when making a purchase.2 This presents a challenge for
packaging production, as printers must not only source environmentally-
friendly materials but should also consider where and how those materials
are sourced, the carbon footprint associated with them, the cost, the
durability, the functionality, and the printing capabilities of the chosen
medium. As if that wasn’t enough, they also need to maintain compliance
with ever-evolving regulations.
Firstly, we’ll take a look at e-commerce. As the e-commerce industry
continues to grow at a substantial rate, so does the demand for sustainable
and efficient packaging solutions. Tackling these challenges requires a
great deal of innovation and ongoing development. Lisa Pierce, Executive
Editor of Packaging Digest, says, “A sustainably optimized package for
e-commerce groceries is one that is right-sized, can be properly disposed
of in a circular way – meaning recyclable or reusable – and keeps the
product safe and protected through the entire shipping process physically
and thermally.”3
So, what’s the best choice? Paperboard packaging may be the packaging
answer the industry is looking for, as it presents a solution to these
challenges, along with many other benefits:
- Paperboard is made from renewable materials, is recyclable, and
often compostable or biodegradable, making it a great alternative to
plastic and a great solution for the sustainable packaging demand. - Paperboard packaging’s structural versatility allows it to function in
many different ways in order to provide stability. This not only
provides protection for shipping and handling purposes but also
saves on the need for additional costs and materials to help protect
the product. - Paperboard packaging is cost-effective, not only because it is less
expensive to produce than many other materials, but it is also more
lightweight, making it less expensive to ship for e-commerce
businesses. - In terms of your brand’s first impression, you want your packaging to
reflect your brand and provide a unique experience for the consumer. Paperboard packaging can work with a myriad of different printing methods to help create a custom, distinctive experience and tell your brand’s story. - Paperboard is so versatile that it solves almost any design challenge.
It can be used for custom and personalized designs utilizing variable
data, QR codes, embedding LCD video components, and more, and
paperboard can be used for both shipping, direct-to-shelf display
packaging solutions, and even the perfect ambassador or influencer
mailing.
E-commerce and consumer brands should consider the benefits of
paperboard to meet their unique packaging needs and look to packaging
suppliers and producers who use sustainable materials, have a “green”
mission, and are continuously thinking outside the box to come up with
innovative and unique solutions to meet brands’ expectations.
So where does dcc fit into this equation? We are equipped to handle your
paperboard packaging needs without limitations. In this modern digital age,
companies want production to be quicker, cheaper, and more efficient.
Firstly, we offer fast turnaround times at competitive pricing with no
minimum order quantities, so there is little waste. Executive Vice President
at dcc, Cary Battaglia, mentioned, “We hear that larger specialty packaging
printers have large minimum orders that can equate to 200,000+ pieces.
Therefore, if the client only needs 20,000, they pay for the full amount and
then throw out the remainder. dcc is able to support the smaller runs in a
more cost-effective and sustainable manner.” Secondly, we ship worldwide
and work with a number of suppliers who offer sustainable raw materials,
like Neenah Folding Board, available in a range of colors, weights, and
textures and made from premium fibers. Thirdly, we can customize your
design, add variable personalized data, and utilize real-time quality control
with machine learning – all with less energy consumption. And did we
mention fast turnaround times? Here at dcc, we can do it all, from
retouching to printing, fulfillment, and drop-shipping. We are ready to tackle
your challenging packaging project in its entirety!
Contact us at info@dccnyc.com for a quote or a plant tour.
“Can I just say thanks for all the support you provide to my team? Our one-off, oddball, need it now, etc. requests that come to you every day – your professional, timely, and accurate responses are appreciated more than you know.”
Phyllis D., dcc Client
Contact us today about your next packaging project!
1 https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/packaging-printing-market
2 https://meyers.com/meyers-blog/sustainable-brand-packaging-statistics-why-eco-friendly-packaging-matters/#:~:text=A%20study%20shows%20that%2054,the%20charge%20in%20this%20trend
3 https://www.packagingdigest.com/ecommercesupply-chain/winning-packaging-ecommerce-grocery?ADTRK=InformaMarkets&utm_source=eloqua&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=15_NL_PKGD_News%20%26%20Insights_Edit_Sub_20230601&sp_cid=15204&utm_content=15_NL_PKGD_News%20%26%20Insights_Edit_Sub_20230601&sp_aid=28305&sp_rid=19665846&sp_eh=0fbffb61f6c786123e3b6185fd39137ed3c64af18e6485a712c3ca17d1c03722
