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How do you get a product ready for the shelf? Brands readying for launch quickly discover that product design isn’t done until package design is done. That’s because packaging is a big factor in point-of-sale appeal. In fact, 72% of American consumers share that the design of a product’s packaging greatly influences their purchasing decisions. Take a look at what every brand preparing for a produc …

What does color have to do with good product packaging? The answer becomes clear once you dive into color matching for printed packaging. While the concept of color matching is simple, the truth is that this isn’t simply a minor detail to check off your list when developing packaging. Being precise with color is important for brands because research shows that color is critical in consumer purchas …

Aqueous (AQ) coating is something that isn’t always covered in packaging 101. In fact, many CEOs and product managers are completely unaware of the benefits of AQ coating when making packaging plans. While an experienced packaging producer will bring up AQ in any packaging discussions, the reality is that decision-makers need to know about this feature because not all packaging suppliers have the …

Updated packaging is the tent pole of a brand makeover. New packaging creates an opportunity to fix all of the things that didn’t work. It can also reintroduce customers to a brand using a new value angle. Of course, brand managers face lots of pressure to make the most of an update. Take a look at what to avoid, what to embrace, and what definitely needs to be on your “must-have” list for new pac …