Often times the person buying polybags for their company is not a polybag expert. About 98% of the time I would say that is the case. They are usually purchasers, sourcers, owners, or operation managers. They may know a bit about polybags from buying them in the past, but again that is more often the [...]
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Post consumer recycled plastic is a hot topic I’ve touched on a few times in the past. Usually how it relates or differs from biodegradable plastics. As I’ve mentioned, both have their merits, but as of late new research is suggesting a marked increase in the demand for post consumer recycled plastic over biodegradable plastics. [...]
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Since I’ve left PolyPak America it is obviously a little more difficult for me to keep in touch and “in the know” of the plastics industry. Instead of hearing about what is going on every day, I’ve had to be a bit more proactive in finding out the latest news and trends for plastics, polyethylene, polybags, etc. Luckily, I [...]
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Die cut handle bags are the kind of product you see everyday, but usually don’t know the name to. And this type of feature on a polybag is extremely useful. Let me illustrate… I had the chance to attend a few trade shows during my time at PolyPak America. And like most trade shows I was inundated with branded [...]
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Ice melt is something I’ve never seen used before, but it seems it’s that time of the year again. Shopping malls are chaos. Days are starting off cold and only getting colder. And in many parts of the country snow is beginning to fall. For those of you who enjoy warming up next to the fire with [...]
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Last post I discussed many of the differences between manufacturing and software companies. The main differences I focused on were product, industry, and culture. Within culture I further defined dress, experience, and age as major differences I’ve noticed since leaving PolyPak America. Now I’d like to address some of the similarities that cross boundaries. Product [...]
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As I mentioned in my last post I have since left PolyPak America and joined another organization as an Account Executive. And as my days from PolyPak fade I’ve come to recognize many differences between my old and new employer. There are of course the obvious differences with a plastics manufacturer and software company. And [...]
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It may or not be a surprise but I am no longer with PolyPak America. This change was my decision and although I enjoyed my time with PolyPak I was contacted by another company with, and have since accepted, an offer I simply couldn’t refuse. This past week was actually my first with the new company. I [...]
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For the 10+ years I’ve been in sales there is one topic of conversation that comes up in every negotiation. The starting price point. That’s right…it’s all about the bottom line. It may be called a price point, subscription, membership, budget, or any number of things. But no matter what, any goods or service can often come [...]
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As a sales professional I have to rely on many forms of lead generation to be successful. My favorite of all the possible ways is of course referrals and introductions from existing customers. These are considered the best of leads because you are already put in a position of authority and respect. After all, we are [...]
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