Every business is unique. Each product under their brand is distinctive and is meant to draw people to make a purchase. How does a brand, established or not, get you to purchase their products? If you have never tasted or sampled the product how are you as a consumer supposed to know if the product is something that you will use and enjoy? The answer is your not.
The products label is of utmost importance to your product. Your label needs to be designed to draw attention to your product and prompt a purchase. The product label remains one of the key pieces within the marketing mix. Choose a label manufacturer that will help you get consumer to choose your product over the competition. Below are some key elements to look for when selecting a labeling company to work with.
Experience
The company you choose to hire for your company’s label should have extensive knowledge in both layout and design. A good label manufacturer will understand that different label options work better on certain products then others. The material of the label used is important as is the way in which the design appears on the product. An experienced label company will take into consideration temperature extremes that the product will go through, the surface material of the product and the shape of the package when creating your label. An experienced label manufacturer will be able to quickly put out fires and resolve issues that may not be anticipated previously. With experience the product label will exceed your expectations.
Visual Appeal
An eye catching label is so important to your products appeal. The colors should be crisp and contrast well with one another. Anything that distinguishes your brand should be emphasized so that they are prominent and stand out. The text and images on the label should all properly align on each label.
Consistency
Each and every time you place an order for labels they should be consistent with the very first order ever placed. The color and size of the label should match as well as the thickness of the label roll. This allows your equipment to easily recognize the label and apply it as previously done. The direction the labels come off the roll and how tight the label are wound on the core all should be consistent. A reputable product label manufacturer will have consistency in all aspects of labeling.
Printing Options
Work with a product label manufacturer that offers a selection in printing options. This means that they offer different coatings, die settings, sizes and a variety of label materials. It also accounts for using a variety of adhesives and options such as foil stamping, embossing, lamination and thermal paper. Having options ensures you will a unique label for your product.
Customer Service
Communication is important in order to satisfactorily complete a job. Be sure the company that you are working with to design and manufacture your product label offers you excellent customer service. You need to be kept in the loop of changes in manufacturing or design and above all deadlines should be consistently met. When you need to talk with someone regarding your order you should be met with friendly, helpful customer service.
Your label markets your product when you aren’t there to speak for it. Find a label firm that is truly devoted to working with you not just for you.
At Anchor Printing, we take pride in offering our clients cut & stack labeling, pressure sensitive labels, roll-fed labeling, shrink sleeves as well as flexible packaging options. Contact us today at http://anchorprinting.com for all of your product label design, printing and packaging needs.