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Back when I started my first business, a big challenge was to decide on the type of packaging for my products. I didn\u2019t know whether I should buy it from a broker or a factory. There were so many things to consider, and I was confused. However, after tons of research on this topic, I ended up knowing a lot about it. In this article, I will share with you everything you need to know when choosing your packaging supplier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What exactly is a broker, and how is it different from a factory?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Don’t feel embarrassed if you don’t know exactly what a broker is, it’s not something you encounter daily. Still, you’re not alone, and I’m here to explain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A broker is a person who arranges transactions between a buyer and a seller and gets a commission if they close a deal. So, he doesn’t actually own any assets, he may not even see the final products, but he still earns good amounts of money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He often has access to many factories and gets better prices, because of the amount of work he can offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broker vs Factory: Pros and Cons<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since there is no general answer, obviously both of the options have their advantages and disadvantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros and Cons for Brokers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros<\/strong><\/td>Cons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Complex product solution<\/td>Not professional in single product
comparing matched factory, but familiar to
the whole chain<\/td><\/tr>
Budget-friendly solutions<\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
Quick delivery<\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
Consultancy<\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
Lower MOQ<\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
Design service<\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
Sourcing service<\/td> <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pros and Cons for Factories<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros<\/strong><\/td>Cons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Better price per unit<\/td>Less flexibility<\/td><\/tr>
More efficiency on simple projects<\/td>Larger minimum quantities<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/td>Larger budget needed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Which kind packaging company should I choose?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You should choose to work with a factory if you plan to place a big order and you already have the exactly design you request. On the other hand, choose a broker if you want to place smaller orders or if you need consultancy on the development of the project.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are more things to consider when taking such an important decision for your business. The good news is I will talk about each of them so you don’t lose money or time by trying everything available on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What exactly should you think of when choosing your packaging supplier?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nobody could say that a broker is better than a factory or the other way around. And sadly, reading minds is not that possible, for the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So\u2026 Just concentrate on what you need and write down the main aspects of that desire. This will get you a step closer to the final answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help you with that process, I will give you a list of things you should analyze before making a decision on good packaging<\/a> solution:<\/p>\n\n\n\n