Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries
Serving Greater Cincinnati

When Does Your Company Need Kitting Services?

In today’s fast-paced business world, nearly every industry is pursuing ways to streamline operations and improve efficiency. It’s all about getting more done in less time! That’s why many companies utilize kitting services to save time, reduce overhead costs, and boost productivity.

But what exactly is kitting, and how can it benefit your business? Here’s what you need to know about outsourcing kitting services.

Understanding kitting services

Kitting is the process of pre-assembling individual parts into one cohesive ” kit.” Kits are commonly used whenever individual products are bundled together and packaged as a set. Examples include promotional holiday gift sets, product sample kits, media or mailing kits, tool kits, and subscription box programs. Companies will frequently bundle similar products into kits to promote new products or offers such as buy-one-get-one deals. Kitting is also used for products that must be assembled by the end-user, such as furniture.

When do you need kitting services?

If your business offers pre-assembled items, multiple products in a bundled set, or other types of packs, kitting is a good strategy to consider. Here are a few ways kitting services can benefit your business:

  • Save time. When items are pre-assembled into a kit, each kit is counted as a single unit. This makes it much faster to fulfill orders because the individual items are already packaged and stored together. 
  • Reduce shipping errors. Kitting reduces the chance for shipping surprises and errors because there’s no need to weigh and label individual items. You can print labels and prepare the kits for shipping in advance to save time. Because every kit is packaged in the same way, you can be confident that postal costs will stay consistent.
  • Free up warehouse space. Working with a kitting partner allows your business to free up much-needed space for production. If your business is growing fast and needs to expand, outsourcing provides a cost-effective solution. 
  • Focus on core competencies. Outsourcing kitting services to a third-party logistics partner frees up your team to focus on their core competencies business””what they do best. With outsourcing, you can maximize the talents and expertise of your team while offloading routine, time-consuming tasks like kitting to a larger, skilled workforce! 

Goodwill is your go-to for kitting services in Cincinnati!

At Ohio Valley Goodwill, our Industrial Services Division provides kitting services for industries ranging from automotive maintenance to restaurants! We specialize in custom kitting and assembly solutions for businesses in Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana.

Our kitting operation is powered by human intelligence, not machine automation, meaning we have the flexibility to change direction at a moment’s notice. Outsourcing kitting services through Ohio Valley Goodwill will ensure your business’ production is done accurately, finishes on schedule, and meets the ever-growing demand for lower overhead costs.

Ohio Valley Goodwill is unique among kitting companies in Cincinnati because we are a non-profit organization on a mission to change lives through the power of work! We put people first, and our only bottom line is helping individuals with disabilities achieve personal and vocational success. When your business partners with Ohio Valley Goodwill, you support our mission and contribute to the success stories of the individuals we serve. It’s all the more reason to put Goodwill to work for your business today!

Are you ready to find out more about Ohio Valley Goodwill’s kitting services in Cincinnati? We’re happy to answer your questions and learn more about your business needs. Contact us today to receive a free quote!