Packaging material
If the box containing the ordered product is too large and filled with stuffing, the customer will notice it immediately upon delivery. The first step is therefore choosing the right packaging:
- Use recyclable packaging – which customers can reuse, for example, if they want to return their order.
- Use appropriately sized boxes – Smaller packaging saves space during transport as well as the amount of packaging or filler material. Moreover, if a customer expects a smaller product, an oversized box may surprise them.
- Replace plastic fillers with paper or cardboard.
The result? Lower costs and happier customers with less waste.
Paper
Every day, hundreds of sheets of paper are used in warehouses – from item lists and orders to delivery notes and invoices. The solution?
- Electronic documents – This format is increasingly preferred by customers, carriers, and suppliers. It not only saves paper but also prevents customer frustration in case an invoice or other document gets misplaced.
- Pick & pack control – With this feature in the Chameleoon app, ordered products are displayed electronically. Moreover, if you are about to pack the wrong product by mistake, the app will alert you in time.
Benefits of pick & pack control:
Paper savings
No need to print orders
Certainty when packing
The system alerts you in time in case of a mistake
Fewer complaints
More time for important tasks
Positive experience
Higher chance of repeat purchase
Transport optimization
Transport is one of the biggest sources of emissions, but with the right process setup, you can reduce its impact:
- More orders in one package – when a customer buys several products at once.
- Transport services with a focus on carbon footprint – several shipping companies already offer these services.
Engage your customers too
You can support your eco-friendly shipping approach with simple communication:
- By adding a short note in the package, e.g. “This packaging can be reused”
- By offering the option of eco-friendly packaging – giving customers a choice
- By transparently informing customers that your logistics are more sustainable
Many customers appreciate these small details and are happy to return.
Start shipping the modern way
You can make your shipping greener with the Chameleoon app – sign up and take small steps today.