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Case Study · Technology Scouting
Rethinking the stick pack for drink mixes.
A multinational beverage brand wanted single-serve, on-the-go packaging for its powder mixes that matched its sustainability goals. We identified, down-selected and vetted options, then mapped 10 solutions against development and commercialization timelines.
The Client
The client is a multinational beverage brand with on-the-go powder drink mixes. It wanted a packaging format that fit its sustainability objectives without slowing launch plans.
The Challenge
One sachet.
Find a greener format.
Prescouter was asked to find sustainable single-serve, on-the-go packaging solutions for powder drink mixes that balance speed to market, consumer acceptance, cost and compatibility with existing powder formulations.
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Speed
Speed to market
Solutions that can launch quickly.
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Consumers
Consumer acceptance
Formats people will use on the go.
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Fit
Formulation compatibility
Works with existing powder blends.
Our Approach
Vetting packaging options through research and outreach.
Expert input
Vettedoptions reviewed by experts
Test the fit
Subject matter experts helped down-select options against cost, speed and formulation needs.
Blind outreach
10solutions presented
Map the timing
Anonymous outreach confirmed details so each solution could be placed on a development timeline.
The Outcome
A clear map of greener sachet options.
Prescouter presented 10 potential packaging solutions, each mapped by development time and implementation. The analysis helped the client quickly see which options could meet its sustainability objectives and how they fit into development and commercialization timelines.
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Options
10 packaging solutions
Each one vetted for single-serve use.
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Timing
Mapped to timelines
Development time and implementation compared.
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Direction
Sustainability fit
Options matched to company goals.
Sustainable packaging only works if it ships on time and consumers accept it. Mapping options against timelines turns ambition into a plan.
Let’s Talk
Which packaging format could meet your goals?
Tell us what your product needs and we will find the formats that fit. Wherever you’re starting from, we’ll help you get there.
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