Managing Tariffs
***UPDATE*** August 27,2025, we are currently working on three new programs with a favorable trading country. With higher labor costs but lower tariff rates for this country, we are able to offset and manage against the much higher tariffs instituted for Chinese & BRICS imports. We recognize that the current situation with tariff changes from…
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SEASON GREETINGS!
Read MoreEast Coast port strike, will the shelves be empty again?
*** UPDATE *** Thankfully, this strike was diverted until further negotiations with the current contract was extended to Jan 15. Even in a short period of time, the ports were closed, over 54 ships were held up, and it is likely to take two to three weeks for the normal flow of goods to be…
Read MoreEco Packaging Solutions
Earth-friendly Eco Solutions are not just a topic of discussion anymore; they are our responsibility. Ironically, solutions for greener packaging have been available for decades, and the good news is that manufacturers continue to improve their formulations and durability. Each packaging solution has pros and cons, and its use depends on the finished product inside.…
Read MoreSupporting your sales team
New Design – Exciting Sales Tool We just finished and shipped a fun design project for the sales team of one of our customers. The project was to create a portfolio bag for the sales team to carry large, heavy samples to their calls, one that would be durable over the years. This is a…
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