CLIENT STORY
CBD Gummies Tube
Custom Rigid Tube Custom Inner Collar EU Production
Leadtime Reduction: – 6 weeks
SUPPLY CHAIN SUCCESS
Accelerating Supply Chains for a Fast-Growing Brand: TRIP's Tube Packaging Solution.
Reducing lead times, improving flexibility, and maintaining brand integrity – all while keeping costs competitive.
The Challenge.
● Long Lead Times
Sourcing from China (CN) took over 12 weeks, creating bottlenecks that made it difficult for TRIP to respond quickly to market demand and inventory fluctuations.
● Cost vs. Flexibility
TRIP needed a more agile supply chain that would allow them to scale production based on fluctuating demand while maintaining the competitive pricing they had with their CN supplier.
● Brand Integrity
As a brand with a strong identity, TRIP required precise colour matching to ensure product consistency across all packaging, making supplier transition more complex.
Our Solution.
1 Faster Sourcing & Production
To address the long lead times, we sourced the product from Europe, successfully cutting the total lead time from 12+ weeks to 5-6 weeks.
2 Competitive Pricing with Scalability
We structured a cost-effective solution that not only matched but, in many cases, outperformed the CN supplier’s pricing. Additionally, by developing a scalable pricing model, we ensured that as TRIP’s order volumes increased, they would achieve further cost efficiencies.
3 Blank & Printed Samples for Accuracy
To maintain quality and brand standards, we executed a two-stage sampling process:
Blank samples were created to confirm the correct size, material quality, and overall structural integrity of the packaging before production.
Printed samples were delivered within 3 weeks, allowing TRIP to assess colour accuracy and branding details before committing to full production. This was crucial in ensuring a seamless transition to the new supplier without compromising brand identity.
4 Streamlined Order Process
With the new supply chain in place, TRIP was able to place orders with greater confidence, knowing that they could secure deliveries in under 6 weeks.
Results.
1 50% Faster Lead Times
By shifting production to Europe, we successfully reduced lead times from 12+ weeks to just 5-6 weeks, allowing TRIP to react quickly to market needs and avoid inventory shortages.
2 Cost-Effective Supply Chain
The new pricing model provided better cost efficiency than CN while enabling long-term savings through scalable order volumes.
3 Stronger Partnership & Growth
TRIP has since placed monthly replenishment orders, benefiting from a supply chain that supports their rapid growth without unnecessary financial strain or long lead times.
