--- title: Primepac Blog | E-Commerce description: E-Commerce | Keep up-to-date with the latest packaging and workplace products and industry trends from Primepac. --- [![Primepac\_Logo\_White](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Primepac_Logos/Primepac_Logo_White.png?width=2362&height=767&name=Primepac_Logo_White.png "Primepac_Logo_White")](http://www.primepac.co.nz) - [Adhesive Tapes & Stapling](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/adhesive-tapes-stapling/) - [Adhesives](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/adhesive-tapes-stapling/adhesives/) - [Bag Sealing Tapes](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/adhesive-tapes-stapling/bag-sealing-tapes/) - [Coloured Tapes](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/adhesive-tapes-stapling/coloured-tapes/) - [Double Sided & Mounting](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/adhesive-tapes-stapling/double-sided-mounting/) - [Heavy Duty Tapes](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/adhesive-tapes-stapling/heavy-duty-tapes/) - [Industrial Tapes](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/adhesive-tapes-stapling/industrial-tapes/) - 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[Plastic Bags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/plastic-packaging/plastic-bags/) - [Pallet Wrapping](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/plastic-packaging/pallet-wrapping/) - [Plastic Tubing](https://www.primepac.co.nz//products/plastic-packaging/plastic-tubing/) - [Resealable Bags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/plastic-packaging/resealable-bags/) - [Sustainable Bags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/plastic-packaging/sustainable-bags/) - [Sustainable Retail Bags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/plastic-packaging/sustainable-retail-bags/) - [Shrink Films](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/plastic-packaging/shrink-films/) - [Timber & Building Films](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/plastic-packaging/timber-building-films/) - [Strapping & Accessories](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/) - [Cord Strapping](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/cord-strapping/) - [Corner Protection](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/corner-protection/) - [Paper Strapping](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/paper-strapping/) - [PET Strapping](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/pet-strapping/) - [Polypropylene Strapping](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/polypropylene-strapping/) - [Polywoven Strapping](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/polywoven-strapping/) - [Steel Strapping](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/steel-strapping/) - [Strapping & Accessories](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/strapping-accessories/) - [Thread, Ties & Twine](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/strapping-accessories/thread-ties-twine/) - [Site Supplies & Signs](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/) - [Branding & Grading Inks](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/branding-grading-inks/) - [Cable Ties & Measuring](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/cable-ties-measuring/) - [Flagging & Barrier Tapes](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/flagging-barrier-tapes/) - [Floor Marking & Anti-Slip Tape](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/floor-marking-anti-slip-tape/) - [Industrial Marker Pens](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/industrial-marker-pens/) - [Maintenance & Accessories](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/maintenance-accesories/) - [Marking Crayons & Chalks](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/marking-crayons-chalks/) - [Marking Sprays](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/marking-sprays/) - [Mats](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/mats/) - [Signs](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/site-supplies-signs/signs/) - [Labels, Mailing & Stationery](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/) - [Adhesive Rippa Labels](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/adhesive-rippa-labels/) - [Cargo Security](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/cargo-security/) - [Copy Papers](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/copy-papers/) - [Filing](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/filing/) - [Industrial Tags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/industrial-tags/) - [Knives & Cutters](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/knives-cutters/) - [Mailing & Doculopes](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/mailing-doculopes/) - [Notebooks & Pads](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/notebooks-pads/) - [Office Accessories](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/office-accessories/) - [Office Consumables](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/office-consumables/) - [Pens & Markers](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/pens-markers/) - [Pricing & Office Labels](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/pricing-office-labels/) - [Retail Labels](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/retail-labels/) - [Rubber Bands & String](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/rubber-bands-string/) - [Staplers & Perforators](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/labels-mailing-stationery/staplers-perforators/) - [Cartons, Paper & Protectives](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/) - [Air Bubble](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/air-bubble/) - [Cargo Security](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/cargo-security/) - [Cartons & Boxes](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/cartons-boxes/) - [Corrugated Cardboard](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/corrugated-cardboard/) - [Desiccant & Dunnage Bags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/desiccant-dunnage-bags/) - [Gift Packaging](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/gift-packaging/) - [Paper Bags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/paper-bags/) - [Polyfoam Rolls](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/polyfoam-rolls/) - [Protective Packaging](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/protective-packaging/) - [Wrapping Papers](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/wrapping-papers/) - [Health & Safety](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/) - [Chemical Gloves](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/chemical-gloves/) - [Cut Resistant Gloves](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/cut-resistant-glove/) - [Disposable Gloves](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/disposable-gloves/) - [Eye Protection](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/eye-protection/) - [Fire Protection](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/fire-protection/) - [First Aid Kits](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/first-aid-kits/) - [First Aid Supplies](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/first-aid-supplies/) - [Hearing & Eye Protection](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/hearing-eye-protection/) - [Hearing Protection](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/hearing-protection/) - [High Vis Clothing](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/high-vis-clothing/) - [Hygiene Protection](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/hygiene-protection/) - [Leather Gloves](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/leather-gloves/) - [Plasters & Bandages](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/plasters-bandages/) - [Protective Clothing](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/protective-clothing/) - [Respiratory Protection](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/respiratory-protection/) - [Rubber Gloves](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/rubber-gloves/) - [Skin Care](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/skin-care/) - [Work Gloves](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/health-safety/work-gloves/) - [Cafeteria & Cleaning](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/) - [Brooms & Mops](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/brooms-mops/) - [Cafeteria Supplies](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/cafeteria-supplies/) - [Cleaning Equipment](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/cleaning-equipment/) - [Cleaning Solutions](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/cleaning-solutions/) - [Dish Washing](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/dish-washing/) - [Hand Cleaners](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/hand-cleaners/) - [Hot Drinks, Coffee & Tea](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/hot-drinks-coffee-tea/) - [Paper Towels](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/paper-towels/) - [Toilet Cleaners](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/toilet-cleaners/) - [Toilet Papers](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/toilet-papers/) - [Window Cleaners](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/windows-cleaners/) - [Wipes & Rags](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cafeteria-cleaning/wipes-rags/) Free lollies With every order Free Freight Nationwide To most urban areas Same Day Dispatch On weekdays - order before 5pm Earn Pacpoints 1 point for every $100 spent # Primepac Blog [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/DSC_8122%20(1)%201.png)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/the-state-of-new-zealand-packaging) ## [The State of New Zealand packaging](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/the-state-of-new-zealand-packaging) E-commerce and the packaging industry constantly evolve with new technologies, customer expectations, and products. [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Small%20business%20%E2%80%94%20is%20free%20shipping%20essential.png)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/small-business-is-free-shipping-essential) ## [Small business — is free shipping essential?](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/small-business-is-free-shipping-essential) If you run a small business, attracting customers will be at the top of your priority list. While this depends on various factors, one option is to offer free shipping with all e-commerce orders. In this article, we focus on the benefits of free shipping and whether or not customers value it. We also explore how to cover the cost of shipping and ensure it is worth the investment for your... [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/Featured%20image%20Primepac.jpg)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/sustainable-e-commerce-packaging-nz) ## [Sustainable e-commerce packaging explained](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/sustainable-e-commerce-packaging-nz) In the fast-paced e-commerce market, it’s increasingly difficult to differentiate your brand from competitors. Without the tangible experience of shopping in-store, customers can only interact with select aspects of your website and products. To ensure your customers see the value in your products and want to keep investing time and time again, you need to think carefully about your product... [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/The%20cost%20of%20downtime%20in%20e-commerce.png)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/cost-of-downtime-in-e-commerce) ## [The cost of downtime in e-commerce](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/cost-of-downtime-in-e-commerce) As [e-commerce](https://info.primepac.co.nz/retail-e-commerce-packaging-supplies) evolves, customer expectations continue to rise. To maintain customer satisfaction, you need to meet these demands efficiently. To ensure your business maintains a well-oiled machine while juggling high volumes of orders, returns processes and ultimately keeping the end customer happy. If your warehouse is prone to downtime, lengthy return processes, or unnecessary double handling,... [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(1)-3.png)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/nz-post-bag-sizes-explained) ## [NZ post bag sizes explained](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/nz-post-bag-sizes-explained) If your products are small and lightweight, you may have considered using courier bags to post them. This can be a cost-effective way to deliver your products, especially if you choose the right size and type of bag. In this article, we explain the sizing of NZ Post courier bags so that you can decide which is right for your business. We also explain which types of products are suited to courier... [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Untitled%20design%20(1)-1.png)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/best-storage-boxes-in-nz) ## [Best storage boxes in NZ](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/best-storage-boxes-in-nz) Keeping things organised and safe is essential for every home, business, or industry. Storage boxes or cartons play a significant role in keeping things in order and free from damage. If your business or warehouse needs a practical packaging or storage solution, this article has everything you need to know. We share the top products available in New Zealand for various packing needs, including... [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/primepac_blog_feature_frustration_free_packaging.png)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/what-is-frustration-free-packaging) ## [What is frustration-free packaging (FFP)?](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/what-is-frustration-free-packaging) If your e-commerce business is looking for a way to improve product packaging, frustration-free solutions could be the place to start. Have you ever received an online order in an oversized box filled with too much bubble wrap? Or was the product poorly wrapped and in bad condition? Perhaps the package was difficult to open and required brute strength? These are examples of frustrating packaging. [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/primepac_blog_feature_prepare_christmas_rush.png)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/prepare-your-business-for-christmas-rush) ## [How to prepare your business for the Christmas rush](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/prepare-your-business-for-christmas-rush) As winter draws to a close, e-commerce brands around the country are starting to prepare for the looming festive season. As online retailers gear up for this busy time, many are looking for ways to get ahead so that they’re ready. [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/22-09-07-social-cartons-and-boxes.jpg)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/packaging-products-cartons-boxes-nz) ## [Best packaging products – cartons and boxes NZ](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/packaging-products-cartons-boxes-nz) Whether you run a brick-and-mortar store or an e-commerce business, you need to have the right packaging supplies. [Cartons](https://www.primepac.co.nz/products/cartons-paper-protectives/cartons-boxes/) are an integral part of packaging because they conceal and protect your items during delivery, all while providing a branding opportunity. When choosing a carton, you should consider how the size, durability, and efficiency of the design will affect your daily operations but... [![](https://info.primepac.co.nz/hubfs/primepac_blog_feature_10_supplies_ecommerce_businesses.jpg)](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/10-supplies-for-new-e-commerce-businesses) ## [Top 10 supplies for new e-commerce businesses](https://info.primepac.co.nz/blog/10-supplies-for-new-e-commerce-businesses) [E-commerce](https://info.primepac.co.nz/retail-e-commerce-packaging-supplies) has become a major industry since online shopping emerged and it’s showing no signs of slowing down. Many businesses recognise online shopping as a crucial opportunity for growth, and rightly so, but it’s also important to be adequately prepared. It’s easy to overlook the need for packaging and office supplies until a rush of orders are received and need to be delivered. 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