The broad category of products that most of us use daily is Consumer Packaged Goods or CPGs. We get them from retail stores or shop for them online and bring them into our homes and businesses.

Typically, these items don't sit around unopened for very long. We use one or more of them every day.

Chances are we'll run out of them at least once a week, and on the next shopping trip, we'll replenish our supply.

 

These individually packaged units fall into many classifications but share many key characteristics.

In this primer, we'll cover all things CPG and give examples of how creative and consistent branding support makes these packaged goods popular with consumers and profitable for companies.

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In the competitive world of consumer product goods (CPG), establishing a solid brand identity and captivating customers' attention via packaging and new product displays is essential for success.

Amidst evolving retail landscapes, where in-store and online channels play significant and often supporting roles, cohesive branding support is crucial.  

This expertise helps CPG companies stand out from the crowd and promote seamless customer experiences across various touchpoints.

Below, we look at the crucial role of point-of-purchase displays in creating a solid brand identity, driving sales, and enhancing the overall customer experience. 

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Product packaging not only serves as a means of attracting customers but also plays a critical role in protecting the product from damage, contamination, and spoilage.

In addition to providing a visual branding presence to consumers, packaging materials must be durable, resistant to moisture, and tamper-evident to ensure the safety and integrity of the product.

The packaging materials you use must also withstand varying temperatures, long storage periods, shipping, and other environmental factors.

This is particularly vital in the food and beverage industry but can also apply to other niches such as cosmetics and medical supplies.

In addition to product promotion, branding, and preservation, FDA labeling requirements also set forth specific guidelines for food packaging to provide consumers with detailed nutritional information about the food which must be taken into account in your packaging design.

Below, we take a closer look at what information must be listed on food packaging labels, and the specific formats to adhere to with your product packaging moving forward.

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Doing well in retail is something every brand is striving to achieve. Once a customer is in store, how do you capture their attention and sell to them? The answer, my friend, is not 'blowing in the wind', it's found in your point of sale marketing.

Let's dive deeper into the world of POP marketing...

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All brands have a story to tell...the compelling reason that they came to be, the inspiration that planted the seed...the aspiration that drives them forward. Branding Design is distilling that essence—that energy and inertia—into a tangible (and hopefully impressionable) statement about a company and its products.

A logo brandmark and packaging are extensions of Branding Design— both are visual touchpoints put out to a target audience in hopes of engagement. They form opinions in the minds of consumers about a product its source, therefore it's important that Branding Design be true to the company's core values in order to gain consumer loyalty.

Below are 6 compelling Branding Design Case Studies that Catalpha has had the opportunity to develop.
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Point of purchase (POP) corrugate displays are a great way to boost your product’s visibility in-store, improve brand awareness and increase your sales. Using cardboard stands to display your products, you can ensure that your products are showcased in the best light possible, encouraging more interest in your offerings. Point of purchase cardboard displays are also incredibly versatile and can easily be customized to meet your needs.

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