A turnkey contract manufacturer can take care of many of the details your brand needs in the creation of a retail-ready product. With so many components and variables that go into product development, not every contract manufacturer specializes in every area of the market. This may require additional vendors or partners to fill the gaps to get to market.
For example, a beauty brand working on a new skincare line will need to consider packaging, formulation, stability testing, and more. A contract manufacturer that focuses on color cosmetics may not have the same expertise in packaging as one that works primarily with skincare. In this case, it would be beneficial to partner with a separate company that specializes in packaging design and development.
The same goes for ingredients. A contract manufacturer that focuses on natural and organic products may not have the same access to certain synthetic ingredients as one that works with conventional products. In this case, it would be beneficial to partner with a separate company that specializes in sourcing and procurement.
Things to Consider
When considering a contract manufacturer, research how they manage their supply chain. When an ingredient or container delay hits, is that going to set you back, or can your manufacturer act ahead of time to keep you on schedule?
Is your contract manufacturer the right size for your business? Your brand is important and being able to deliver the scale you need at the right time is key to your success. As you grow, knowing your partner can grow with you is helpful.
Does your contract manufacturer have the creativity and capacity to help your product pivot if necessary?
Does your contract manufacturer do internal quality checks at the right steps in the process?
Do you have confidence in their quality assurance process?
The people you choose to work with directly influence your product and brand. To avoid any issues down the line, it’s important to take the time to find the right fit from the beginning.
Reasons To Partner with Federal Package
At Federal Package, we pride ourselves on the unique benefits that we offer to our clients which other contract manufacturers might not. We have all of our containers made right next door, which speeds up the process from ordering to filling, including access to our proprietary biodegradable Eco Smart platform. Our robust operations function has the skills and know-how to keep your product running on time. Not only do we have an experienced and qualified in-house chemistry lab, but we also follow strict quality assurance processes.
Our team is with you from the first meeting, to scheduling, to making sure your shipment is en route to your facility. We’re also FDA-registered and Organic-certified. We strive to make your experience with us as smooth and simple as possible by offering help and support throughout the entire development process.
The key is to find a contract manufacturer that has experience in your specific product category and can help you navigate the various stages of product development – from conception to launch. By working with a team of experts, you can be confident that your product will be well-made and meet all the necessary regulations before hitting store shelves.
