Welcome to The Buzz.
At Ernest, we don’t like to brag. But we love to blog. That’s where The Buzz comes in. Sit back and read how we’re moving our clients and the industry forward.
Celebrating 15 years of the Ernest Brand Council
Back in 2011, a group of Ernest-loving E-Teamers got together to form the Ernest Brand Council (EBC). As the official ambassadors of Ernest culture, this all-volunteer group gives people from all of our divisions the opportunity to develop leadership skills, strengthen our culture, and have a voice in our activities. The EBC is all about […]
Edge Crush Test: Why It’s Important for Corrugated Packaging
Ernest has been putting corrugate to the test for years as part of our Cardboard Chaos series—using it to make everything from surfboards to shoes. We know firsthand just how sturdy and versatile ye olde brown boxes can be. But when it comes to our customers, we don’t leave anything to chance. To make sure […]
6 Benefits of Flexible Packaging
Designing the best possible packaging solution for your product is all about choices, and one of the first you’ll have to make is this: should you opt for flexible or rigid packaging materials? While both options offer advantages, today we’re focusing on the benefits of flexible packaging, particularly when it comes to food products. In […]
8 Key Factors to Look for in a Packaging Logistics Consultant
For any organization where shipping is involved in the supply chain, logistics can be an ongoing source of frustration. A seemingly endless flood of challenges, from rising costs and customer expectations to geopolitical events and fluctuating demand, can make it feel like you’re constantly swimming against the current. Many businesses turn to outside help to […]
Where Does Recycled Plastic Go?
In the US, we use a LOT of plastic every day. Plastic bottles, plastic containers, plastic bags. Most of us try to recycle as much of it as possible. In fact, in 2022, we recycled over 5 billion pounds of plastic packaging. But have you ever stopped to wonder what happens to recycled plastic? Where […]
Pros and Cons of Transparent Packaging
No matter what you’re selling, earning the trust of potential customers is the first step to making sales. And what better way is there to earn that trust than by being transparent? When it comes to packaging, you can literally do just that. Clear packaging offers many advantages for brands and buyers. Depending on your […]
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