The Cost of Not Managing Your Stock Across the Supply Chain Stock management plays a critical role in keeping supply chains moving. Whether it’s packaging materials, consumables, finished products or components, having the right stock available at the right time allows businesses to fulfil orders, maintain service levels and operate efficiently. However, poor stock management […]
Void fill is one of the most misunderstood parts of packaging. Most businesses know they need “something” to fill space. But the choice between paper, air, or foam is often based on habit rather than performance. The truth is: there’s no single best option. What works depends entirely on how your product behaves in transit […]
About HealthNet Founded in 2015 and based in Derbyshire, HealthNet is a clinical homecare company that partners with the NHS to deliver hospital-quality care directly to patients’ homes. By providing medication and treatment outside of the hospital setting, HealthNet helps patients manage their care in a way that fits around their lives. Since its establishment, […]
Branded Tape and Branded Boxes: The Peak Season Packaging Advantage Peak season is one of the busiest and most demanding times of the year for many businesses. Order volumes increase, warehouses become busier, and every stage of the fulfilment process comes under greater pressure. While businesses often focus on stock levels, staffing and delivery capacity, […]
When products arrive damaged, the cost goes far beyond replacing the item. Returns, rework, customer complaints, and operational disruption can all have a significant impact on your business. While delivery is often blamed, packaging damage usually starts much earlier. Decisions around packaging design, material selection, packing methods, and load stability all influence how well products […]
We are pleased to announce that KB Packaging has achieved a Grade AA rating in our latest BRCGS audit, reflecting the high standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence maintained across our business. The BRCGS standard is recognised throughout the packaging industry as a benchmark for robust quality management systems, traceability, and continual improvement. Achieving […]
Choosing the right packaging for shipping isn’t just about putting a product in a box. It’s about ensuring your product arrives safely, your costs stay controlled, and your packing process remains efficient. When packaging is treated as an afterthought, it often leads to damage, wasted materials, and unnecessary shipping costs. When it’s planned properly, it […]
In packaging, staying ahead isn’t just about having the right products. It’s about having the right information, visibility, and processes in place to prevent delays, reduce disruption, and keep operations running smoothly. At KB Packaging, we’ve invested in a range of internal systems that help us manage stock, monitor customer demand, streamline communication, and provide […]
About deVOL Kitchens deVOL Kitchens is a renowned design-led manufacturer of bespoke kitchens and home accessories, designed and made in Leicestershire. deVOL was founded in 1989 and quickly became a reputable brand for premium and bespoke furniture globally. deVOL now has over 400 employees, many of whom are local craftspeople and design graduates from Loughborough […]
What Our Customers Are Saying: Feedback That Drives Us Forward At KB Packaging, we believe the best way to improve is by listening to the people who matter most, our customers. We recently asked customers to rate us on product quality, service quality, delivery performance and overall satisfaction. The results were incredibly encouraging, while also […]
