Versions
Plan for arrival at the packing or retail location, not just the event date. Artwork versions, gift components and destinations can each require separate decisions within a seasonal project.
Approval
Create a version list with quantities, contents and the owner of each approval. Coordinate the outer pack, insert, card, label and wrap together so a late component does not hold up assembly.
Delivery
Discuss artwork freeze dates, sample reviews, production and transit as separate milestones. If a late change is requested, ask which costs and dates it affects before accepting it. Split delivery or personalisation should be agreed for the actual project rather than assumed from the initial concept.
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Packaging Samples & Prototypes
Use the right sample to answer the question at the current project stage.
Separate common parts from seasonal versions
A seasonal project can keep the box structure constant while changing a sleeve, card or label. List the common components and each dated or market-specific version so quantity and approval work remain visible.
Common components and seasonal versions
| Check | What to do | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Range | Map every version to its quantity. | The combined total can conceal a small artwork run. |
| Approval | Identify the decision owner for each file. | A late text change can affect production preparation. |
| Delivery | Plan arrival at each packing location. | Separate assembly time from the transport plan. |
Record the actual product, material or file version used for the comparison. Identify what remains undecided and which sample or document can resolve it.
Discuss seasonal order planning
Send the product, proposed seasonal pack and specifications, with the sample or file linked to the planning decision.
Planning Seasonal Packaging FAQ
Only where the project benefits from it. Compare a full change with a controlled change to a sleeve, card or label while keeping the established structure.
Use the date packaging must reach each packing or retail location. Plan artwork freeze, sample review, production, transit and assembly separately rather than working only from the holiday or event date.
List each version's quantity, contents and approval owner, alongside shared components. Coordinate the box, insert, card, label and wrap, and review the cost and timing effects of late changes.