Stop Wasting Time on Packaging Inventory
If you manage your own packaging, you know it’s easy for things to spiral out of control. Perhaps a material you thought was in stock runs out unexpectedly. Or maybe you’re wasting valuable warehouse space housing certain packaging solutions. These issues are common, and they cost businesses time, money, and peace of mind.
At the heart of the problem is one thing: a manual inventory process. Even with the best team and intentions, relying on spreadsheets, physical counts, and phone calls to reorder supplies causes issues. But what if you didn’t have to manage your packaging inventory at all?
Packaging automation is the solution. More specifically, Jamestown Container’s eVMI program. It’s a packaging inventory solution that helps you keep the right products in stock without lifting a finger. Designed for busy operations that can’t afford downtime or delays, Jamestown’s eVMI system brings visibility, responsiveness, and control to your packaging supply chain.
What is eVMI and How Does it Work?
eVMI (Electronic Vendor Managed Inventory) is an automated system designed to track, replenish, and optimize your packaging inventory. The process is simple and requires minimal input from your team. Just scan the barcode as you use your packaging, and we’ll keep track of it in our computer system. The system automatically flags what you need, and we fulfill it — often before you even realize you’re low.
Here’s what it looks like in action: Your order volume spikes unexpectedly, and you use packaging at a faster rate than normal. Instead of realizing you’re out of materials and scrambling to place a rush order, eVMI notices that increased usage and triggers a restock before you hit zero. No delays, no last-minute stress, and no disruption to your production line.
Why Automate Your Packaging Inventory?
Managing packaging inventory by hand might seem manageable at first. But inefficiencies add up over time. One of the most common issues businesses face is overstocking. While it might feel safer, it often leads to wasted space and cash tied up in unused materials. On the flip side, understocking can completely halt operations, resulting in emergency orders, expedited shipping fees, and frustrated customers.
Manual inventory systems also leave room for human error. A miscount on a spreadsheet, a missed reorder email, or even a simple miscommunication can lead to serious supply chain disruptions. Add in the burden of manual data entry, and it becomes clear how outdated and unreliable these systems can be.
Packaging automation solves these problems by offering visibility, accuracy, and peace of mind. With eVMI, you don’t need to guess how much packaging you have on hand or scramble to fix mistakes. The system does the monitoring for you, ensuring you’re always stocked with what you need.
Benefits of Jamestown’s eVMI Service
When you automate your packaging inventory, you instantly free up time and resources across your organization. Your team no longer needs to dedicate hours to managing spreadsheets or double-checking stock levels. Instead, they can focus on higher-value tasks like improving processes, meeting customer needs, or driving innovation.
You also gain back valuable warehouse space. Because eVMI is based on real-time usage and demand forecasting, you no longer need to store excess packaging “just in case.” The system ensures you always have enough on hand without overshooting.
Operational efficiency improves, too. You reduce the risk of stockouts, emergency orders, and order delays. That way, you keep production running smoothly. If your business deals with frequent demand changes, eVMI is especially helpful. It adapts automatically so your packaging inventory scales with your needs.
Perhaps most importantly, eVMI reduces stress. No more worrying about what’s in the warehouse, which materials are on order, or whether someone remembered to reorder a critical item.
Choose Jamestown for Easy Packaging Automation
With decades of experience in the packaging industry, Jamestown Container can help you with your most challenging packaging needs. Our eVMI program is built to serve businesses that need reliable packaging without the hassle of managing inventory. We understand the pressure your operation faces and can help you overcome it.
But our services don’t stop with eVMI. We offer everything from custom packaging manufacturing to contract packaging and more. And, we do it all with sustainability in mind. All our locations use the ultimate in lightweight, recycled linerboard from the Greenpac Mill. This state-of-the-art facility has one of the lowest amounts of paper landfill waste in the country. Using products from the Greenpac Mill allows us to achieve maximum performance and strength without sacrificing sustainability. Additionally, all the machinery at our facilities runs on electric power.
Get Started Today
When you need custom packaging that converts, turn to the experts at Jamestown Container. Contact our team for an initial consultation.