Articles by Edyta Dean

Packing tape plays a crucial role in securing parcels for shipping and choosing the right tape can have a significant impact on efficiency.  With increases in the UK minimum wage and National Insurance contributions, improving productivity is more important than ever as businesses look for smarter ways to streamline operations and control costs.  Gummed paper tape - especially whe...

The food and drink sector is the largest manufacturing industry in the UK, contributing £38 billion to the UK economy and making a record of almost £25 billion in exports in 2022. It also plays a crucial role in the Irish economy, providing employment for 112,100 people and generating an export value of €17bn in 2024. This multifaceted industry encompasses a wide range of activities, includ...

As 2024 comes to an end, there’s no better time to think about what you could do differently to improve your packing operation in the new year. If you’ve been considering a change or found what worked in the past isn’t working for you anymore, we’ve assembled a list of 12 things you could do to make sure your packing operation runs as smoothly as possible in 2025. January – Book yo...

Making a good first impression is crucial, especially for those in the gift retail industry. The way your goods are packaged can significantly influence how customers view your products and your brand.  Picture getting a high-end, top-quality watch that comes in a plain, uninspiring brown box, which has also been crushed and dented during shipping. Now, picture the same watch in an att...

We all know how important it is to make a good first impression. The better your customer’s experience when opening your package, the greater their likelihood of returning to your brand and, more importantly, recommending it to others. According to our 2022 unboxing research, 61% of consumers get more excited about a parcel arriving if the packaging is branded, and 52% are likely to purchas...