by Michael Boik | Jul 16, 2026 | Holiday Packaging, Information Center
I have a running joke with my friends for years that the Summer ends on July 5th. This is in large part due to the fact that you can’t walk into a retail store without seeing “Back to School” signs and Halloween decorations in July, and the promotional push leans in...
by Michael Boik | May 29, 2026 | Packaging Suppliers, Sustainable People
Many professional sports teams have coined a new popular phrase called “Self-Scouting.” Essentially it just means that teams/organizations are realizing the overwhelming importance of analyzing what they are doing in order to best find their strengths, weaknesses,...
by Michael Boik | May 15, 2026 | Packaging Design, Ecommerce Packaging, DTC Boxes
In today’s ecommerce-driven world, many companies are trying to find the balance between brand identity and the importance of consumer privacy. This (in general) applies less to, pet supply, food, beverage, toy, and craft products, and more so to personal care,...
by Michael Boik | Apr 30, 2026 | Mailer Envelopes, Packaging Solutions, Ecommerce Packaging, DTC Boxes, Sustainable Perspective, Inside Sustainable Packaging, Sustainable Products
We’ve all received clothing items purchased online that are packaged in plain or printed poly bags. There’s often a hole in the bag, and the presentation leaves much to be desired. Not to mention the sustainability elephant in the room. Lawmakers are cracking down on...
by Michael Boik | Apr 17, 2026 | Packaging Design, Ecommerce Packaging, DTC Boxes
Social shares have become the standard for gauging a company/brand’s influence, reach or visibility online. When your end users are posting content about your packaging, it can have a great impact and generate positive sentiment and get many more eyes on your...