In today’s market, efficiency isn’t optional, it’s a competitive advantage.
For one leading beverageware brand, a complicated, multi-vendor supply chain was costing time, money, and operational focus. Their glasses moved through three different companies before they were ready for retail, each step adding freight costs, delays, and extra handling.
The Challenge: Too Many Vendors, Too Much Waste
Before working with JAFE Decorating, their process looked like this:
- Purchase glass from a manufacturer.
- Ship to a decorator for branding.
- Send to a 3PL for barcode application before reaching retail shelves.
Every step meant additional freight, multiple invoices, and more opportunities for errors.
The Solution: Everything Under One Roof
When the brand approached JAFE, they weren’t just looking for decorated drinkware, they wanted a partner who could simplify their entire process.
JAFE’s solution included:
- Supplying the glass directly from our inventory
- Screen printing the brand’s designs on-site
- Applying retail-ready barcodes before shipping
This all-under-one-roof approach cut the number of touchpoints from three vendors to one, streamlining operations from start to finish.
The Results: Faster, Smarter, More Profitable
The impact was immediate:
- 20% cost reduction from fewer freight legs and consolidated services
- Faster turnaround to retail with fewer delays
- Simplified supply chain management for their internal team
- Reduced risk of damage from excessive handling
By consolidating suppliers, they freed up time to focus on sales, marketing, and product innovation — not logistics.
Why This Matters for Beverageware Brands
Whether you’re producing glassware for retail, hospitality, or events, choosing a full-service decorating partner can pay off in big ways:
- Screen printing for vibrant, long-lasting designs
- Decorative painting to align with your brand aesthetic
- Retail-ready finishing services like barcoding and packaging assistance
- Flexible production options, from specialty runs to larger-scale projects
The Takeaway
At JAFE Decorating, we’re more than a glass decorator. We’re a problem solver who helps brands simplify operations, cut costs, and get to market faster.
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