Protecting Computers, Accessories & Components
Several distributor of Computer Systems and High-Value Electronics (UK-Based Distribution Hub) encounter high rates of cosmetic damage and product failures causes during the transport of finished desktop units, laptops, AIO’s, monitors, motherboards, and sensitive peripheral components.
The Challenge
· Standardisation packaging solutions for a wide variety of products, accessories and component sizes
· Reduce excessive amount of unsuitable and non-recyclable packaging waste
· Reduce the storage footprint and handling costs associated with traditional packaging.
· Reduce the pack out times per unit
· Scalable and future proof packaging solution ie accommodate new product lines.
Our Solution
AIR|SHIELD™
· A flexible, on-demand protective barrier to replace and/or supplement rigid foam components.
· Custom-sized inflatable barrier wraps for, laptops, desktop towers and sensitive components
· Supplied flat-packed, inflated on-demand at the packing station (manual and automated)
· Designed to form a cocoon-like shield around products, providing uniform cushioning and impact protection by absorbing and dissipating (pneumatic protection) energy.
Impact & Results
| Metric | Before | After | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
Product Return Rate (DOA/Damage) | 3.2% | 0.5% | 84% |
AVG Pack Time/per unit | 2.5 mins | 1.8 mins | 28% |
Rationalise SKU Count | 12 | 5 | 58% |
AVG Material Storage Footprint | 16 Pallets | 2 Pallets | 87.5% |
Use of Recyclable Materials | 35% | 65% | 30% |
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Results & Impact
· A flexible, on-demand protective barrier to replace and/or supplement rigid foam components.
· Custom-sized inflatable barrier wraps for, laptops, desktop towers and sensitive components
· Supplied flat-packed, inflated on-demand at the packing station (manual and automated)
· Designed to form a cocoon-like shield around products, providing uniform cushioning and impact protection by absorbing and dissipating (pneumatic protection) energy.
Benefits Realized:
· Reduced Damage & Return Costs – decrease in RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) cases and improved customer satisfaction/brand image
· Increased Flexibility – easily adapted to new product sizes and configurations
· Improved Warehouse Efficiency – reduced need for pre-formed packaging inventory
· Sustainability Gains – Lightweight, recyclable materials aligned with client’s ESG goals
"AIR|SHIELD™ has transformed our outbound packaging operations. The consistency and protection it provides has significantly reduced transit damage, and we’ve streamlined our SKU count for packaging supplies."
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