Kitting Services

Benefits of Kitting Services

• Efficiency: By pre-assembling kits, companies can reduce the time it takes to pick, pack, and ship orders.
• Cost savings: Kitting can lead to reduced shipping costs because items are shipped as a single unit rather than multiple separate items.
• Inventory management: It’s easier to track inventory levels of pre-assembled kits than individual items.
• Enhanced customer experience: Customers receive a single package rather than multiple shipments, which can be more convenient and presentable.

Applications of Kitting

• E-commerce: Retailers can bundle related products together to encourage additional sales. For example, a camera might be kitted with a memory card and a protective case.
• Subscription boxes: Monthly subscription services often send out kits of curated items to their subscribers.
• Manufacturing: Parts required for a specific manufacturing process can be kitted together to streamline assembly lines.
• Promotional materials: Companies can create promotional kits with branded merchandise to distribute at events or to potential clients.

Kitting vs. Assembly

While both kitting and assembly groups items together, there’s a distinction. Kitting groups products together, often in a package, to be sold as a single unit. Assembly involves putting together components to create a finished product.

Econo-Pak’s Kitting Process

• Selection: We’ll work with you to determine which items should be packed together.
• Sourcing: Obtain the necessary items from inventory or suppliers. We offer procurement services if you need help with sourcing, too.
• Packaging: Items are packaged together in a way that’s efficient and presentable. We offer sustainable packaging options for companies with green initiatives.
• Labeling: Kits are labeled for easy identification and tracking.
• Storage: Pre-assembled kits are stored until they’re ready to be shipped.
• Distribution: Kits are shipped out to end-users.

From gourmet chocolates to organic loose teas, we offer bespoke kitting solutions for all dry food categories. Our kitting services easily integrate with your existing supply chain, ensuring a smooth transition.