Different vendor models offer different strengths. Here is a quick comparison to help you choose the right path.

Factories

• Lower cost potential
• Must manage engineering yourself
• May push what they’re set up to run
• You may not be their priority if your volume is not large

Brokers

• One contact, multiple plants. One-stop shop
• Less transparency
• Experienced in cutting costs
• Can leverage their other clients’ volume, so you get priority service and on-time deliveries

Consultants

• Aligned to your company’s interests
• Better technical translation
• Can create a supplier mix tailored to you

Talk with Influence Packaging about the best option for your product.