Case Study•Food & Beverage
Beverage Brand Saved 18% on Corrugated with a New Case Design
November 12, 2024
6 min read
Cost ReductionFood & BeverageCorrugated
Project Overview
A regional beverage brand reduced corrugated spend by 18% through lighter-weight case construction and optimized pallet patterns, with no increase in damage.
Challenge
High packaging costs impacting margins and competitiveness in retail channels
Solution
Optimized corrugated construction and right-sized packaging formats
Results
15-25% cost reduction with improved protection and faster changeovers
Implementation Details
This project involved a comprehensive packaging audit, material testing, supplier evaluation, and phased rollout across multiple SKUs and production facilities.
Key Takeaways
- Structured approach to packaging optimization delivers measurable ROI
- Testing and validation critical before full production rollout
- Cross-functional collaboration between packaging, operations, and procurement essential
