[ABC] is a food products manufacturing company that deals with the production of a wide variety of eatable items. All these products serve as the ready-to-cook meal and can be prepared in a matter of minutes. They can either be prepared on a stove or in a microwave. These products have gained immense importance over a short period of time because they provide ease of preparing meals rapidly.
The food products manufacturing industry has generated enormous revenue because they facilitate the working class of the society and saves them the trouble of buying groceries, peeling, cutting, or cooking hence, their stardom.
All the products manufactured by a company are reviewed by a board of reviewers. After approval, they pass through the production line and are then packaged to ship off to different destinations. I joined the company due to my interest in the field and worked hard to make it to the status of a manager.
I work in the packaging department and supervise the entire process to avoid any inconvenience. Packaging materials are provided by another company and are filled in the packaging line to wrap the food.
Over the years, I have learned a lot about the food manufacturing industry and almost every small process of a huge production line and can be used to gain profit. I came up with the idea of setting up a packaging business as it has enormous scope and can never face recession. I have designed a proposal of my setup and attached it with the following letter to seek your approval.
Regards,
[XYZ]
[X] at ABC Company
Contact [X]
Introduction
Food packaging is the process of packing food in suitable packing material to provide protection against tampering, fouling, and any other physical or chemical action. In the food industry, packaging businesses are growing exponentially as more and more people are becoming aware of the importance of storing their food properly so that it can be consumed later. Proper storage of food requires sealing and safety of the food and packaging serves the purpose.
Many renowned brands outsource the project of packaging as it provides customized packing to their products. Customized packing allows the products to stand out in the pool of products in a supermarket. This packing attracts customers and hence increases sales. It is important to target specific brands or specific products for setting up a packaging business.
There are different types of packing materials depending on the products. It is important to understand the gap in the market so that the business can run smoothly. Some products require cheap packing material and can be packed easily but their market is limited, which will lead to a lot of financial losses.
While devising a proposal for my business setup, I kept in mind all the factors that will help in the overall growth of the business as well as provide back to the community in a good manner.
Packaging Factors
There are a lot of factors that should be considered thoroughly before setting up the business. Some of these factors include should be considered while selecting products for the business,
- Some of the food items require expensive material for packaging.
- Some items can only be packed with the help if machines which can be a costly process.
- Some of the food products are perishable and can be rotten quickly, such products need instant packaging and delivery.
- Worldly affairs also have an impact on the business as strikes or weather conditions might hinder the process of delivery.
Packaging Material
There are different types of packaging material that are used based on the food product that is being packed. Some of the types are mentioned below,
- Trays are used for packing potions of meat and fish.
- Cans are used for different form of syrups and other ingredients i.e., tomato, pickles, pineapple.
- Cartons are used for packing juices, milk, eggs.
- Pallets are used for transporting vegetables and fruits.
- Boxes provide protection to frozen food items.
Objectives
A wrong decision can lead to severe financial losses. Following objectives can be followed for setting up the business,
- Renting a place for setting up the business.
- Ordering packing machinery for making the process smooth and efficient.
- Hiring staff to work in the line of product packing and delivery.
- Setting up an office space to deal with official matters.
- Purchasing high-quality material for packing.
- Hiring staff to perform different chores around the plant i.e., cleaning, managing, organizing etc.
- Employing good marketing strategies to spread the word.
Keys to success
There are no hard and fast rules to achieve success rather it is a slow process that requires continuous efforts and improvements. Some of the key points that can be followed include,
- Always use good quality material to achieve customer’s trust.
- Try to fulfil the requirements of the customers to gain their loyalty.
- Never compromise on providing best service to every customer.
- Manage all the tasks properly to avoid clutter.
Skills
Every business requires a specific skillset to make it work. Skills may vary from business to business but learned skills can always come handy. Some of these skills are mentioned below,
- Managing various tasks efficiently at a time can become the reason for success. It allows you to provide exceptional service to all customers and no task can be overlooked.
- Financial knowledge is very crucial as every business requires the exchange if finances and it can be done swiftly if the person understands finances.
- Communication skills allow you to communicate in a better manner with your customers. Key to every business are customers thus, they should be treated accordingly.
