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Berry Global Packaging FAQs: A Cost Controller Answers (Plus Poster Sizes and Design Software)

Posted on Thursday 3rd of September 2026
Procurement manager covers Berry Global's packaging offerings (including Bowling Green, KY), standard poster sizes like 16×24, and the best brochure design software for print. [...]
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french paper vs. Online Printing: A Cost Controller's Side-by-Side Comparison

Posted on Thursday 3rd of September 2026
After 6 years and hundreds of print orders, a B2B procurement manager compares custom french paper bought direct from specialty manufacturers versus online printing platforms. Covers total cost, delivery certainty, and when paper is part of the product. [...]
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10 FAQs About Ecoenclose: Logos, Shipping, Posters & More (From a Buyer's Perspective)

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
A real admin buyer answers the most common questions about ecoenclose – from custom logos and free shipping to printing posters and course catalogs. Plus a few curveballs. [...]
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The $1,200 Lesson: Why "Cheap but Probably On Time" Costs More Than a Guarantee

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
A procurement manager's honest deep-dive into the hidden costs of last-minute event materials — and why time certainty deserves its own line in the budget. [...]
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The 2025 Bubble Wrap Buying Guide: Pouches, Bulk Pricing & Where to Get It

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
Practical answers to the most common bubble wrap questions—small pouches, bulk order savings, retail availability, choosing the right type, and mistakes to avoid. Written from a B2B purchasing perspective. [...]
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Is It Duct or Duck Tape? A Rush-Order Veteran’s Take on Getting Packaging Right

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
The short answer: Duck Tape is a brand, duct tape is the product. The longer answer covers what to do when a deadline is closer than you think, why a 9x12 envelope isn't as cheap to mail as you'd hope, and how many ounces are really in that water bottle. [...]
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LPG Cylinder Buying Guide 2025: 1lb Tanks, 5kg Steel vs. Plastic, and Industrial Gas Tanks

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
A cost controller's honest comparison of LPG gas bottle prices, lightweight composite LPG cylinders, and 1lb propane tanks. Includes 6 years of procurement data and a simple 3-question test. [...]
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EcoEnclose Reviews: Honest Feedback from a Real Buyer (with Pics & Pricing)

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
A real buyer's honest take on EcoEnclose: product quality, customer service, hidden costs, and who this eco-friendly packaging company is truly best for. [...]
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A Quality Inspector’s 5-Step Checklist for Ordering Custom Plastic Cups & Containers (Without the Headaches)

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
A practical, step-by-step guide from a quality inspector on how to avoid common pitfalls when ordering custom plastic cups, cold cups, biodegradable cups, and printed lunch boxes. Covers specs, materials, lead times, and compliance. [...]
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Why Small Orders Deserve Big Standards: A Quality Inspector's Perspective

Posted on Tuesday 1st of September 2026
A quality inspector argues that small-batch packaging orders (paper boxes, sticky notes, custom decals, etc.) should get the same rigorous specification treatment as large runs—and why vendors who dismiss small clients are missing the point. [...]
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