The Fillmore Container Checklist: How to Order Packaging That Actually Fits Your Product
Posted on Wednesday 25th of February 2026
A quality manager's step-by-step guide to specifying containers for food, beverage, and cosmetic products, avoiding costly mistakes and ensuring your brand looks professional. [...]
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The Rush Order Reality Check: When to Pay for Speed vs. When to Wait
Posted on Wednesday 25th of February 2026
A practical guide for businesses navigating emergency printing deadlines, based on real-world experience managing hundreds of rush jobs. Learn which scenarios justify the premium and which ones are better served by a deep breath and a plan B. [...]
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The Hidden Cost of 'Free Shipping' on Eco-Friendly Packaging
Posted on Wednesday 25th of February 2026
An office administrator shares the real trade-offs behind sustainable packaging promises, revealing why the cheapest option often costs more in time, frustration, and reputation. [...]
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e6000 Cure Time: How Long to Wait Before Your Project is Truly Waterproof
Posted on Wednesday 25th of February 2026
A quality manager explains why e6000's cure time isn't a single number, breaks down the factors that affect it, and shares a real-world mistake that cost a project. [...]
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Who Owns Dixie Cups? And What That Means for Your Business's Paper Products
Posted on Tuesday 24th of February 2026
A quality manager breaks down the real-world implications of brand ownership changes on product consistency, supply chain reliability, and what to watch for in your next B2B order of disposable cups and plates. [...]
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When to Pay More for Packaging: A Buyer's Guide to Rush Orders and Reliability
Posted on Tuesday 24th of February 2026
An office administrator shares hard-won lessons on managing food service packaging orders, explaining when it's smart to pay a premium for speed and certainty versus when to stick with standard options. [...]
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Bubble Wrap: The Real Cost of 'Cheap' and How to Actually Save Money
Posted on Thursday 12th of February 2026
A procurement manager breaks down the hidden costs of bubble wrap, from wasted material to shipping overages, and shares a simple framework for finding the right balance of price, protection, and efficiency. [...]
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The Real Cost of Rush Printing: When to Pay the Premium (and When It's a Waste)
Posted on Thursday 12th of February 2026
A printing coordinator with 200+ rush orders under their belt breaks down the hidden costs, operational realities, and the one scenario where paying for speed is non-negotiable for your brand. [...]
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Berlin Packaging FAQ: What a Cost Controller Actually Thinks About B2B Packaging
Posted on Wednesday 11th of February 2026
A procurement manager with 6 years of budget oversight answers the real questions about working with packaging suppliers like Berlin Packaging, from hidden costs to vendor selection. [...]
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Bemis Packaging vs. Local Print Shop: What an Office Admin Learned After 5 Years and $200K in Orders
Posted on Wednesday 11th of February 2026
A hands-on comparison of ordering custom packaging from a national supplier like Bemis versus a local print shop, from the perspective of an office administrator managing corporate procurement. [...]
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- 25 Feb The Fillmore Container Checklist: How to Order Packaging That Actually Fits Your Product
- 25 Feb The Rush Order Reality Check: When to Pay for Speed vs. When to Wait
- 25 Feb The Hidden Cost of 'Free Shipping' on Eco-Friendly Packaging
- 25 Feb e6000 Cure Time: How Long to Wait Before Your Project is Truly Waterproof
- 24 Feb Who Owns Dixie Cups? And What That Means for Your Business's Paper Products
- 24 Feb When to Pay More for Packaging: A Buyer's Guide to Rush Orders and Reliability
- 12 Feb Bubble Wrap: The Real Cost of 'Cheap' and How to Actually Save Money
- 12 Feb The Real Cost of Rush Printing: When to Pay the Premium (and When It's a Waste)
- 11 Feb Berlin Packaging FAQ: What a Cost Controller Actually Thinks About B2B Packaging
- 11 Feb Bemis Packaging vs. Local Print Shop: What an Office Admin Learned After 5 Years and $200K in Orders