A well-thought-out set of requirements is the key to the best customised packaging. By clearly defining all specifications, circumstances and user requirements in advance, the packaging will perfectly match the product and process. This prevents costly mistakes and optimises logistics.
Summary of this article
If you're having custom packaging developed for your product, the requirements package is an important starting point. But why really? And what does creating a requirements package actually get you? I'll be happy to explain it to you.
In the requirements package, or program of requirements, you lay out all your requirements and criteria you have regarding the custom packaging you are having developed. You describe in detail all the minimum points that the packaging must meet. In addition, you also describe your wishes. One of our packaging specialists then translates all these requirements and wishes into the most suitable packaging solution.
With a clear set of requirements, you make your packaging request very concrete. And the more concrete the better, because then you get a packaging that has been well thought out and meets all the requirements. It’s even better if a packaging not only complies, but even adds value to your supply chain. Such as smoother processes, cost savings, more turnover and very satisfied customers. Therefore, as packaging consultants, we ask a lot of questions in advance. Not only about the product, but also about all the processes and links in the chain that the packaging affects.
The package of requirements gives direction to the packaging development process. You clearly define in advance the starting points for the packaging you want developed, which makes it easier for us as packaging specialists to translate this question into the most suitable packaging design. We present this design to you before the packaging goes into production. This already gives you a good idea of what the packaging will look like, and from there we can fine-tune the design even further.
It provides insight into all the conditions the packaging must meet. Some examples include:
There are, of course, many more criteria that can be included in a requirements specification.
A set of requirements is indispensable as far as I am concerned; it is a solid basis for finding the best packaging solution. Whether you come up with a customized packaging yourself or outsource the development to a specialist. The requirements package helps you to define step by step all the requirements that the packaging must meet.
In this article, our packaging specialist Robert explains how the requirements package helps choose the optimal packaging.
Of course, you can always contact Robert or one of his colleagues. Leave your question in the form below or contact us directly.
Harold Pijs has been with Faes for more than 30 years and is Manager of Customer Service. As the driving force behind inside sales, he ensures reliable customer communication and a smooth order process. His experience makes him an indispensable link in customer-oriented service.
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