{"id":2320,"date":"2021-11-10T16:50:21","date_gmt":"2021-11-10T21:50:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/blog\/how-the-global-supply-chain-disruption-is-affecting-custom-packaging\/"},"modified":"2024-11-22T10:13:46","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T15:13:46","slug":"how-the-global-supply-chain-disruption-is-affecting-custom-packaging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/blog\/how-the-global-supply-chain-disruption-is-affecting-custom-packaging\/","title":{"rendered":"How The Global Supply Chain Disruption Is Affecting Custom Packaging"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"post-index\">\n<p>\u26d3Learn how the global supply chain disruption is affecting custom packaging orders. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#labor-shortages\">Labor Shortages  <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#resource-issues\">Resource Issues  <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#unpredictable-production-output\">Unpredictable Production Output   <\/a><\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no doubt that COVID-19 has disrupted much of what we know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Constant lockdowns, border requirements, and more have left much of the world scrambling to figure out a new kind of normal &#8211; and the packaging industry is no different.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There has been a lot of coverage around disruptions to the global supply chain in the wake of the pandemic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, global workforce shortages have led to immense pressure on supply chains especially considering how demand has skyrocketed over the lockdown periods.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, manufacturers and distributors are struggling to keep up, particularly e-commerce businesses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In turn, this has meant that crucial packaging materials such as <a href=\"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/custom-printed-corrugated-boxes.html\">cardboard<\/a> have been in short supply.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pakfactory-blog-media.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/uncategorized\/2023_05_corrugated-boards-1-1024x753.jpg\" alt=\" Example of cardboard packaging\" class=\"wp-image-11780\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/custom-printed-corrugated-boxes.html\">PakFactory<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>But why is this happening? We\u2019ll explore some of the key reasons why the global supply chain is disrupted and what you can do to get ahead of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Labor Shortages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The pandemic isn\u2019t the only cause of <a href=\"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/\">custom packaging<\/a> shortages, especially in the last year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While yes, the pandemic started, other events have since exacerbated the issue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first example of this would be Brexit. With the EU and UK cutting ties, it has meant a major disruption across major transport routes, and a shortage of truck drivers has led to further issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key transport routes such as the ones between France and England have seen the most disruption, leading to the most delays.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the US may not have the same political issues as the rest of the world, there are still issues around labor shortages that are causing delays.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a lack of truck drivers and trucks has led to blockages across the supply chain and driving up delivery time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resource Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Manufacturing delays can also be traced back to significant resource issues that hit major producers such as Europe and China.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy crises in the country have affected production output in the last few months, leading to problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Coupled with port blockages due to localized infections <em>and<\/em> a lack of trucks and drivers, and you start to see how it all connects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The supply chain is exactly that &#8211; a chain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When one link falls apart, the others are naturally affected.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a high production country such as China is affected, it inevitably trickles down the rest of the supply chain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This ends up causing a lot of issues for industries such as custom packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pakfactory-blog-media.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/uncategorized\/2023_05_shipping-packing-1024x753.jpg\" alt=\"Example of cardboard packaging\" class=\"wp-image-11778\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/custom-printed-corrugated-boxes.html\">PakFactory<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unpredictable Production Output<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the energy crises and other problems in place, it\u2019s no surprise that production output has been difficult to predict.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That means that manufacturers and businesses have had to make faster decisions and problem-solve.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For some, this has meant rising costs to get products shipped and packaged and shorter timeframes to ensure customers receive the items.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other businesses have been more precautionary, ordering ahead of time and extra quantities, which means that production resources are imbalanced.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, with so many different factors at play, companies have to scramble with new strategies quickly, which means that demand has had to shift alongside, leading to unpredictability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Demand for packaging materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardboard is a fundamental part of custom packaging, and it has also been severely affected due to global supply chain issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paper pulp is one of the most needed materials for custom packaging, with demand skyrocketing like no other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As more people stay at home and order online, cardboard boxes have seen immense demand &#8211; and with that, an immense price hike. Similar to other materials such as wood containers and pallets, the supply chain issues have cascaded down and impacted demand and pricing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These issues have led to inequitable demand and supply at a crucial time &#8211; the holiday season.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pakfactory-blog-media.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/uncategorized\/2023_05_holiday-pkg-955x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Example of holiday packaging supplies\" class=\"wp-image-11781\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/packaging-by-industry.html\">PakFactory<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While some companies may afford to stockpile and buy in advance, this has led to significant issues for small businesses that cannot afford to do the same.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, small and medium businesses have struggled to keep up with demand while ensuring shorter fulfillment times as we get closer to the holiday season, leading to more pressure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In turn, this means that courier services are also delayed in reaching packages to customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With all of these issues in place &#8211; one thing is clear: Order now, and order ahead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, supply chain issues are predicted to worsen before they get better, which means acting quickly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the holiday season approaching, and customers starting gift-giving earlier than usual, it\u2019s more important than ever to plan ahead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By placing custom packaging orders now, you can ensure that products are fulfilled and shipped in a timely manner (while accounting for delays) and that they reach customers in time for the best experience possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakfactory.com\/contact\"><strong>Get in touch with us today and get a head start on your packaging supply orders for the new year!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s no secret that the supply chain has been causing many issues for business around the world. 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