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Ask Lumi: Is Compostable Plastic Better for the Planet?

Answering your questions about the complexity of compostable plastic packaging.

Katelan Cunningham · Nov 12, 2019

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11 Strategies to Make Your Packaging More Sustainable

Your packaging sustainability toolkit. Start where you can, and set goals for the future.

Katelan Cunningham · Apr 22, 2019

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8 Ecommerce Founders Share Their Amazon Strategies

DTC founders and experts weigh in on their Amazon strategies.

Kristine Isidro · Mar 5, 2019

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Become a Shipping Genius with Shippo

We're joining forces with Shippo to make shipping easier and more affordable.

Katelan Cunningham · Jul 9, 2018

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4 Ways to Minimize the Environmental Impact of Your Packaging

Simple strategies to cut down on excessive packaging and keep your footprint minimal.

Kristine Isidro · Apr 16, 2018

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What are Shipping Surcharges and How Can Ecommerce Companies Avoid Them?

Katelan Cunningham · Apr 4, 2018

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How to Choose the Ideal Fluting Size

Get to know the different fluting profiles and how to pick the best one for your box.

Kristine Isidro · Jan 25, 2018

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How to Pick the Right Pantone Swatch When Designing for Print

Color matching is essential. Here's how to ensure you're designing with the right colors from the start.

Katelan Cunningham · Jan 12, 2018

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Packaging Strategies for Efficient Returns

How to prep your products for a round trip by making returns painless for your customers and your team.

Katelan Cunningham · Nov 8, 2016

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What to Expect When You're Expecting a Freight Shipment

How to prep your space to receive your first pallet delivery.

Katelan Cunningham · Oct 24, 2016

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Using Outsourced Fulfillment to Take Your Business to the Next Level

Debunking the world of outsourced shipping to find out why, when, and how to to get started.

Anthony Watson · Aug 16, 2016

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Drop Shipping: The Right Questions to Ask Your Supplier

How to decide if drop shipping right for your business.

Katelan Cunningham · Jul 25, 2016

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10 Ways to Design the Look of Your Box With Custom Tape

Your tape layout matters. We tested different ways to tape up your box and stay on brand.

Katelan Cunningham · Apr 3, 2016

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Pick the Ideal Shipping Tape for Your Brand

Get to know the aesthetic and the stick behind the two most popular shipping tapes, and pick the best one for your brand.

Katelan Cunningham · Mar 31, 2016

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A Guide to Crowdfunding Fulfillment

BackerKit co-founder Rosanna Yau shares four invaluable tips on crowdfunding fulfillment to help your product, your brand and your backers.

Rosanna Yau · Mar 10, 2016

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Less is More: Making a Case for Mailers

Compared to boxes, custom mailers could help you save on cost without skimping on appearance.

Katelan Cunningham · Jan 11, 2016