When you’re a versatile product manufacturer with a massive range of SKUs and low order quantities, traditional printing methods are both time-consuming and expensive. This can leave companies stuck getting their products launched. They need flexibility and affordability, but often don’t have the luxury of large print runs to bring costs down.
As a digital printer, we have the flexibility to handle large, complex orders in a way that’s efficient, cost-effective, and scalable. One of our recent projects perfectly illustrates how our digital printing capabilities allowed us to help a manufacturer save money, time, and hassle while managing a massive number of SKUs with very low quantities.
The Challenge: Hundreds of SKUs, Low Quantities, and Tight Budgets
Our customer was a product manufacturer with a wide variety of items, each requiring its own label. They needed low-run labels for hundreds of SKUs, which made traditional flexo printing methods a poor fit for their needs. These kinds of low-volume, high-SKU orders are a logistical nightmare for most printers, as the cost per unit tends to be much higher for smaller runs.
It was clear they needed a more efficient and cost-effective solution that could streamline the entire process.
The Solution: Digital Printing to the Rescue
When this customer came to us, we knew our digital printing capabilities would be the right solution. Thanks to the flexibility of digital print, our customer didn’t have to pay for plates or worry about meeting minimum order quantities. Here’s how we made it work:
- Grouping Labels Together: With digital printing, we can print multiple SKUs on the same press run, which is a massive advantage when you are starting out and have low quantities per SKU. We grouped all the same-size labels together on a single run, which allowed us to print a variety of labels at once without needing to set up separate print runs for each SKU.
- Cost-Effective Flexibility: Because we require less setup than other print methods, we were able to keep costs low. By grouping many labels in the same run, we significantly reduced the cost per label—even for the smaller quantities.
- Quick Turnaround Times: Digital printing is faster and more flexible than other methods, so we were able to get the labels printed and shipped quickly. Our customer didn’t have to deal with delays, and we could meet their tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or efficiency.
- Consistency Across a Wide Range: One of the challenges when managing hundreds of SKUs is ensuring that each label is consistent in quality and appearance. With digital printing, we can guarantee that every label in a batch will be identical, regardless of how many different SKUs are included in the print run. This gave our customer peace of mind knowing that their labels would look perfect, no matter how many unique designs they needed.
The Outcome: Lower Costs, Faster Delivery, and Streamlined Operations
Our customer was able to get all of their labels printed at a fraction of the cost they would have paid through traditional methods. Not only did we help them reduce costs, but we also gave them the flexibility to print smaller quantities, test new products, and stay nimble in an ever-changing market. The ability to print many different labels at once without losing quality or increasing cost allowed them to streamline their operations and focus on what they do best—creating high-quality products.
Why This Solution Matters: The Power of Digital Printing
The ability to offer low-run labels for a massive number of SKUs is a huge advantage for manufacturers who need flexibility and cost-efficiency without compromising quality. Digital printing allows us to serve businesses with diverse product lines and limited quantities, ensuring they don’t have to overstock inventory or spend more than necessary on label printing.
For any manufacturer facing the same challenges—low quantities, a wide range of SKUs, and tight budgets—digital printing is the solution. It allows you to reduce setup costs, print only what you need, and avoid unnecessary waste.
How We Can Help Your Business
If you’re dealing with a high number of SKUs and low quantities, we can help you get your labels printed efficiently and affordably. Here’s how we can assist:
- Flexible Print Runs: Whether you need a few hundred or a few thousand labels, we can print just what you need—without the need for long lead times or large order quantities.
- Cost-Effective Solutions: By grouping multiple SKUs in the same print run, we can lower your cost per label, even for small quantities.
- Quick Turnaround: Need your labels fast? Digital printing allows us to get your labels printed and shipped quickly, without compromising on quality.
- High-Quality Consistency: No matter how many different SKUs we print in one run, every label will be identical and high-quality.
Ready to Simplify Your Labeling Process?
If you’re a manufacturer with a large number of SKUs and low quantity requirements, don’t let traditional printing methods hold you back. Reach out to us today to learn how our digital printing capabilities can help you save time, money, and hassle—while ensuring your labels are printed to the highest quality standards.