Returns are an unavoidable part of retail. Statistics show that one in three purchases ends up getting returned. The reasons differ, but for sure, they’re not always because the seller is at fault. There are various ways to handle returns. One of them is by sending a return label to your customer. There are two […]
Soapmaking is both a competitive and lucrative business. But one of the best things about it is that it is convenient—you can do it at home, the ingredients are easy to find and the regulations are not as strict as in making food or cosmetics. But how do you know if your soap labels have […]
People use them routinely at home and work, but cleaning products contain some harsh chemicals that can go undeclared in their labels. While the law requires manufacturers to disclose the hazardous substances in their products, they are currently loosely applied, supposedly to protect trade secrets. However, over the last two decades, consumer advocacy groups have […]
In our article, “Startup Tips: An Easy Guide for Shipping Alcohol Legally in the US,” we discussed the various requirements that small business owners must satisfy before they could ship alcohol in the country. We also explained the packaging recommendations of carriers like FedEx and UPS, but those applied mostly to shipments with only one […]
Alcohol is a restricted substance in the US. As such, its shipment has always been a complex process since the Prohibition, a constitutional move that banned it more than 100 years ago. Today, without the ban, consumers are still legally barred from mailing intoxicating beverages, but the appropriate permits enable alcohol sellers to do so […]
Small American pharmaceutical businesses are growing in number. Their services include drug research, consultancy, manufacturing, repackaging, distribution, etc. We have seen their profit potential at the height of the Coronavirus lockdowns, as both small and big companies increased their stock, racing to find the right vaccine or cure. The pharmaceutical industry is highly regulated, much […]
Photos enhance the appeal of package labels like we mentioned in “Why Packaging Is Important.” But in the digital age, the utility of label photos does not stop there. For today’s sellers, product pictures are often the subject of social media engagements, too. That is why imaging tools that help make pictures both printable and […]
Barcoding systems are nifty tools that boost efficiency. In our previous discussions, we mentioned that standard-setting bodies like GS1 and ISO assigned some common business barcodes. Others, however, could be generated within the establishment that would use them. SKUs and QR codes are some of the handiest barcodes around because of their many applications. You have several options for making […]
—– [Money-Saving Tips: 20 Easy Ways to Cut Moving Costs] —– Potentially high expenses can make relocation a stressful experience. In the US, moving to a nearby city can cost over $2000, whereas longer distances may double this amount. People naturally look for ways to save money without sacrificing the integrity of their belongings, and […]
