How to achieve packaging circularity in 5 steps

A circular economy is the way forward. If we're serious about future returns on investment as well as caring for our planet and its people, a circular business model is the one we need to adopt. 

Addressing waste

The arguments for a circular model are straightforward and logical. Is there anybody who wouldn't want to address the world's waste problem and move away from the suffocating embrace of a throw away society? Some of the solutions are complex but fixable.

In the era of e-commerce, packaging waste is an issue and businesses face increasing legislation. But circular solutions exist and they needn't be complex.

Consuming in a different way

Transitioning to a circular model doesn't mean we can no longer be producers or consumers. Instead, it offers an opportunity to produce and consume in a more thoughtful way. Economic circularity will enable us to safeguard the environment, ensure equity of opportunity and access as well as run profitable, well-respected companies.

Read on to discover five ways in which your business can move towards circular packaging and how RepeatPack can help your e-commerce business achieve sustainability.

Step 1: Be intuitive

Switching to circular practice may appear fraught with obstacles and can be daunting, especially when an e-commerce business has already spent considerable time and effort establishing tried and tested packaging products and is working smoothly within existing supply chains.

Consequently, a business must find a circular method that's easy to implement if it is to be successful and long lasting. The chosen packaging option needs to be realistic, manageable and multi-strategic, i.e., as good for the business in the short term as it is for the circular economy in the long term.

Initial changes do not necessarily need to be sweeping - incremental steps add up to meaningful change and create momentum for more - but they do need to be intuitive.

Step 2: Go to the experts

With many years experience in the packaging industry and with a focus on sustainability, RepeatPack has anticipated that the future of successful e-commerce lies in reusable packaging.

Consequently, we offer a comprehensive range of production and supply chain services tailored to meet the evolving needs of any e-commerce business, whatever their product and whichever stage of the circular journey they find themselves.

At Repeat Pack we take a holistic approach. We are experts on making the transition to a sustainable model as seamlessly and as efficiently as possible, but we also offer advice on sanitation and material recovery. Additionally, we're well aware of the complexities of specific products and seasonal variations. It's not just about selling packaging, it's about making sure our customers have access to the right packaging at the right time.

RepeatPack offers businesses a tiered support structure specifically designed to enable companies to pick and choose services for their individual needs and that's where tailor-made options come in.

Step 3: Pick the option that's right for you

We offer three options when it comes to reusable packaging. Each prioritises a different facet of circular packaging - reusability, ability to be sanitised, protective quality.

Reusability

Firstly, there's our super-tough paperboard mailers. Ideal for fashion items where the volume of returns is high, they're fully recyclable and offer the fastest return on investment.

Ability to be sanitised

Next, there's the packaging option that can be fully cleaned between each use. Perfect for all sorts of industries (food, online pharmacy, automotive and aerospace networks), this type of box is good for 50 delivery cycles and fully recyclable at the end of its life.

Protective qualities

Thirdly, there's our secure range. Protective and tough, it offers unrivalled shipment security for phones and other gadgets and a simple return-to-base recycling option.

Step 4: Consider a bespoke service

It could be that options 1 to 3 aren't quite right for you and that you've got a packaging conundrum that needs a more bespoke solution. Not a problem.

We are able to run an in-depth analysis of your dispatch operations and packaging usage. This comprehensive audit will give rise to a packaging strategy that, coupled with advanced CAD technology and creative graphic design means that you'll end up with packaging tailored to meet your business needs whilst enhancing your brand identity.

That's not the end of the process however. Trials are an integral part of our service. Only after the product has proven its worth, do we scale up production all the while ensuring that the highest standards of quality are maintained.

Step 5: RepeatPack

Step 5 may well be the easiest to take. Call us at RepeatPack. Talk through your requirements. See what we can offer your business and what, therefore, you can offer your customers.

At RepeatPack, we're redefining packaging for e-commerce with our eco-friendly, reusable, intuitive solutions. Our aim is to make your transition to a circular model smooth, quick and perfectly suited to your unique business needs.

Research shows that 69% of consumers want reusable packaging but many businesses aren't yet offering it. With RepeatPack, you can be one of the businesses that is.

Establish the use of packaging that can be reused not wasted, meet your sustainability goals and at the same time, ensure the integrity and future profitability of your business.