Procurement of Package materials
A&A acts as a buying agent for packaging materials with an aim for differentiation and reduced administrative and handling costs.
There are two aspects in the Packaging sector.
１. Packaging Distribution： Aims at delivery to the market
without damage
→Situation of infrastructure (Especially road condition)
African roads are not in good condition hence the need to
use proper package materials for packing. If not properly
handled, they will get damaged and this will increase
delivery costs.
２. Packaging for Consumers： In order to prolong shelf life
and enhance quality
→package, it is important to use befitting container and
packaging materials. Packaging materials and label require
being attractive for customers to pay attention to the
product.
Package of Distribution and Consumer and management of the entire procurement chain forms the main challenge for MSMEs in Africa. We have many Packaging companies in Nairobi, but minimum order quantities are high locking out small businesses.
A&A has effectively addressed this challenge by acting as a negotiating agent and also supporting value addition activities through procurement.
※More detail information of Package sector in Africa
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