Get ready. Costco's transition to plastic pallets is coming in 2021
In late 2019, Costco announced they will require plastic branded/pooled pallets for any North American delivery location. Although there...
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What is an NPS score and why is Costco's considered world class
NPS stands for Net Promoter Score which is a metric used in customer experience programs. NPS measures the loyalty of customers to a...
When you know you are a true Costco fan.
This product brings such huge smile to faces of the Costco Packaging Guys. This midwest regional item is hitting stores and the packaging...
Best of the Best- 3Q 2020
Join The Costco Packaging Guys as we walk the floor and talk through the Best of the Best, 3Q-2020
Costco Wholesale Commits $25 Million to LISC's Black Economic Development Fund
The Costco Packaging Guys applaud Costco for this commitment. NEW YORK, Aug. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Costco Wholesale Corporation...
The importance of selling your PRODUCT vs selling your brand at Costco
Costco commonly sells 1-2 brands of any 1 product. In a typical grocery store for example, customers are often faced with 10+ different...
Great packaging. Our role in bringing Costco Warehouses to life.
Many of you reading this have been inside a Costco Warehouse and are loyal members. Although, most of our customers during an initial...
Lighting at Costco. Why it's important for Packaging Design
Understanding the lighting environment in which a package will be displayed at retail is critical to the sales. Perception of color and...
Best of the Best- 1H2020
Lets take a walk through our local Costco to find the Best-of-the-Best so far in the first half of 2020!
Paper or plastic?
The Costco Packaging Guys are a major proponent for using the most sustainable package for any brand. Why? We believe in doing the...
Learn the Lingo - 53ft dry trailer pallet layouts
Don't mess with Costco's efficiency at their Depots. Costco supply chain requires their suppliers deliver product based on strict Costco...
How2Recyle logos to play a huge role in the future of Club Packaging
With the latest edition of Costco Wholesale's Sustainable Packaging Guide dropping in July, we at The Costco Packaging Guys expect...
Astonishing Costco Trivia - FOOD
In a continuing series from the Costco Packaging Guys, let's have some fun with a few amazing pieces of Costco trivia. This edition...
New study shows momentum continues to build for sustainable packaging.
New research from Trivium Packaging and Boston Consulting Group, in their "2020 Global Buying Green" report provides some encouraging...
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Learn the Lingo: They are Warehouses and Depots. Not "Stores" and "Distribution Centers" [Updated]
While most retailers have distribution centers and stores, Costco names theirs a little differently. To ensure you are using the right...
Our role in Costco's Sustainable Packaging Guidelines
Sustainable, green, earth friendly, eco-friendly and reduced carbon footprint and are all terms we attach to packaging making strides for...
COSTCO PACKAGING SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Following Costco's Packaging Specifications are critical to success. Let me say that another way; Failing to follow Costco's packaging...
More than just a pretty picture. Why high-quality renderings are essential.
High quality package renderings have always been essential for anyone communicating a packaging design idea to Costco. Renderings have...
Costco's Cross-Docking Choreography
You may have heard of cross-docking before but, what exactly is it? Why is it a significant competitive advantage to Costco and why is...
Please TOUCH the merchandise.
A case for elimination of pallet skirts In a 2019 study (see below) by First Insight, Inc, in-store spending was significantly higher in...
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