BoldtSmith Packaging Consultants

How can a Packaging Consultant provide ROI?

As packaging engineers, it’s our job to dive into the details. As your packaging consultant, we will look at a number of variables and key opportunities to help you optimize packaging efficiency, such as: Are your packaging systems designed to use the least materials possible while maintaining protection? Are they protecting your products from every risk throughout the supply chain? Are you optimizing space efficiency in transportation? Are you losing sales due to customer experience issues? Is your packaging process as efficient as it can be? Is your packaging solution taking up too muc

How does the process work?

We kick off every project with a stakeholder meeting to ensure alignment with your goals. Our packaging engineers then explore multiple structural design iterations for consideration. Throughout the project, we share progress weekly, including sampling and testing. Every material specification is documented, ensuring clients own the data for long-term optimization.

What is the cost difference for having a packaging engineer on staff?

Many businesses wonder whether hiring an in-house packaging engineer is a better option. The reality is that working with comprehensive packaging consulting services like BoldtSmith offers flexibility, scalability, and deeper industry expertise without the overhead costs of a full-time hire.

What is the typical lead time?

We work fast and have been known to start projects within days of your call. Our resources are free of the corporate distractions of running a business, allowing our engineers to focus 100% of their energy on solving your problem. Concepts are typically shared within 2 weeks of starting the project, and sampling follows immediately after selected concepts are finalized.

What is a site assessment?

A site assessment allows our packaging consultants to examine and identify the largest ROI opportunities in your operation. We take a strategic analysis approach to assessing spend, design efficiency, labor costs, and the true cost of product damage. Our audits uncover savings opportunities that others miss.

What are the clients’ requirements for assisting with a project?

As independent packaging consultants, we recognize that you may not have time to gather extensive data. While information on spend, damage claims, and supply chain logistics is helpful, it is not required. We structure projects to require minimal client involvement beyond regular check-ins.