Practical packaging insights from the Datec team — updated regularly

The Datec Packaging blog covers the topics that matter to eCommerce businesses, manufacturers, distributors, and anyone who ships products for a living. We write about what we know — packaging materials, packing efficiency, sustainable alternatives, industry regulations, and the practical decisions businesses face when choosing and managing their packaging supply.

We're not a marketing agency writing generic content about packaging trends. We're a packaging business with over 25 years of experience supplying businesses across the UK — and everything we publish comes from that hands-on knowledge.

What you'll find here:

eCommerce packaging — unboxing experience, branded packaging, high speed fulfilment, PiP postal sizing, frustration-free design, and how to choose the right format for your products and order volumes.

Sustainable packaging — what kerbside recyclable actually means, the difference between recyclable, compostable and biodegradable, plastic-free alternatives that genuinely work, and how to navigate the EU's new PPWR regulations if you ship to Europe.

Packaging efficiency — how to reduce packing time, cut void fill costs, manage box sizes, and get more orders out of the door per shift.

Industry news — regulatory changes, market developments, and anything else that affects how UK businesses buy and use packaging.

New posts are published regularly. If there's a topic you'd like us to cover, get in touch with our team.