Traditional manufacturers make a product and then use a distributor to get it into the hands of their customers. After all, manufacturing and distribution require vastly different skill sets, and many manufacturers don’t have the expertise, resources or desire to manage distribution on their own. But there are exceptions. Some manufacturers are incredibly adept at handling their own distribution, including Pepsico, Fastenal, Estée Lauder and Nestlé. Here are five key advantages of working with Carow, a packaging supplier that integrates both roles to dispense greater customer success.
1. Superior Quality
When a company is both a manufacturer and distributor, it can address potential issues earlier, implement stricter quality standards and ensure consistent quality from start to finish. This leads to greater customer satisfaction.
Since 1987, Carow has delivered exceptional packaging solutions with uncompromising quality. We have the tooling, knowledge, processes, assembly equipment and distribution system for excellence. We use only the best materials and glass, the most precise instrumentation and the finest machinery to produce premium caps, dropper pipettes, glass bottles, pumps and sprayers.
Our EuroDrop® caps, inserts and dropper pipettes are universally recognized as the best system for precise drop dispensing, with better sealing, no insert corrosion and the precise measuring necessary for essential oils, tinctures, herbal extracts and aromatherapy products.
2. Faster Innovation
A manufacturer/distributor controls the entire production cycle and can rapidly develop and launch new products without relying on external partners.
We are the first and only manufacturer of EuroDrop® caps and inserts in the USA and have been since 1996. Today, we continue to invest in people, products and innovation to help enhance your success. Because when you succeed, we succeed.
3. Maximum Value
Manufacturers that distribute their own goods eliminate middlemen, streamline operations and can pass savings along to their customers.
Carow accomplishes all these goals while delivering a lower total cost of ownership. Other caps and droppers might appear to “cost less,” but when you factor in the high cost of international shipping, volatile exchange rates, inferior product quality, time zone headaches and subpar foreign service, they’re not the bargain they appear to be. Overall, Carow drives considerably more value, and your total cost of ownership is often significantly less than our competitors’.
4. Supply Chain Certainty
Manufacturers/distributors have more ability to predict demand and optimize inventory levels by managing the entire supply chain.
Many of our products, including Euro Drop components, are made and distributed in the USA. With three warehouses across the country, we optimize our inventory to quickly ship anywhere domestically or in Canada, to ensure faster time-to-market. Another plus? With USA-based production and distribution, you’ll never have to worry about trade conflicts or overseas shipping delays. We can even hold inventory in stock for immediate assembly.
Additionally, two stocking programs speed delivery and reduce cost:
- With our 250K, Right Away program, we are committed to holding 250,000 of our top EuroDrop® SKU styles in stock, so you don’t have to wait months to get your oils and extracts on the shelf.
- Our SUPER 10 program offers the shortest lead times in the industry. We ensure that ten of the most common dropper pipette cap and glass assemblies are in stock and ready to ship.
5. Direct Customer Insights
Working directly with customers provides manufacturers with valuable information about market needs and preferences, enabling better product development.
At Carow, our manufacturing and distribution arms are in constant, close contact. Feedback for improvement travels immediately to the factory floor and everyone collaborates for your success. Moreover, we know your industry, we know your regulations and requirements and we understand the importance your packaging plays in the customer experience.
Dual Capabilities, A Single Focus on You
To see how we dispense manufacturing excellence with a distributor’s product selection, contact us.
