Do you make these mistakes sometimes???

8 Mistakes Packaging Buyers Often Make!

SEE THIS LIST OF MISTAKES BUYERS LIKE YOU OFTEN MAKE!!

1. Buying too soon.
Many order too soon when they dont need material yet...Please ask me about our VMI program...you can have an expert take inventory and automatically order just in time rather than over buying!!
rand new businesses can usually get by on bare-bones equipment and upgrade as needed. A good rule of thumb: if you’re not going to use it tomorrow, don’t buy it–you might not really need it in the future.

2. “Bargains” that aren’t.
PBuyers like you sometimes fall prey to the allure of a low price...which...many times is too good to be true!! it usually is!!

3. Impulse buys.
Don’t get talked into a purchase by an overzealous salesperson, or go on a new office furniture spending spree because you’re frustrated with your same old surroundings. Smart business owners only make strategic purchases.

4. Skimping on research.
You should know a few basics before you start to shop: your price range, your basic requirements, the names of a few vendors, and how long the purchasing process usually takes. Don’t waste your time contacting vendors that only offer services for big companies if you’re a small business. An educated consumer is our best customer!!

5. Being a know-it-all.
While research is great, getting your heart set on a particular technology or product isn’t always a good idea- you might miss out on an offering that’s better suited for your business. Be open to suggestions, even if you have a fairly firm idea of what you want.

6. Buying based on price alone.
The cheapest product or service isn’t always the best- or even the cheapest! For example, many payroll services vendors charge a very low per-check fee, but then add charges on for changing employee information or performing mandatory payroll tax deposits. Evaluate all costs to make sure you’re really getting a deal.
7. Not considering long-run costs.
Many business necessities can be leased or hosted (software, voip phone systems equipment, etc.) instead of purchased. This might cut down on the initial outlay, but will be more expensive overall. For example, many credit card processing companies sell processing terminals for a few hundred dollars, or lease them for $20/month or more- buying is clearly the better bargain in such cases.

8. Overextending yourself.
Even if a specific purchase is absolutely necessary, it might be out of your current price range. Overextending yourself is never a good idea- try buying a cheaper version that can be upgraded or even traded in as your business grows.
The most successful business owners know that good judgment and common sense can go a long way- Only buy what you need, do your homework, and don’t spend to your limits. Remember, a “good deal” is a purchase you’re satisfied with, no matter how much the actual cost.