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Edward Dominion, CEOWith a lot of companies today outsourcing their packaging prototyping and manufacture overseas for cost savings, the overall quality and consistency of packaging have reduced leading to failures on the shelf and ultimately more costs. By undertaking all of the packaging manufacturing in the U.S. itself, D6 Inc. has mitigated these risks and also increased the shelf lifespan of the overall product itself. “This has helped us commercialize products 99 percent faster because it was privatized, done domestically and we were able to convey real-time information,” says Dominion. This has also created more jobs in the U.S. Additionally since the entire process is done within the company, it eliminates the risk of people leaking items out to the public. “We are a one-stop-shop because we also do branding development, trademark filings, as well as utility and design patents that we co-file with our customers,” adds Dominion.
Although agility is usually associated with SMBs, D6 Inc., in spite of being a large-scale company, sits down with their clients and provides them with an actual price which gives it a competitive edge.
We are a one-stop-shop because we also do branding development, trademark filings, as well as utility and design patents that we co-file with our customers
When onboarding a new client, D6 Inc. tackles the problems of their clients first and then works towards the solution for future products and development. D6 Inc. requires their clients to share private information regarding their products with the company, and in turn, the company shares with their clients all the information regarding their strategy and so on. This has made them very selective of their clients. “You can’t create an amazing product with only 60 percent of the internal information. It is an all or nothing data share between our companies,” quips Dominion. He says that the reason that they can demand these details is because of their high success rate.
In one such instance, a top three medical manufacturer was facing issues regarding their throughput after working with one packaging company for more than nine months. Once they contacted D6 Inc., within 72 hours the company not only engineered but also manufactured 10,000 samples for the client to test. The samples worked, and the client was able to bring $1.2 Bn products to market right around Thanksgiving to Christmas time. “Without us, they would have missing their product launch around this high demand period,” remarks Dominion.
Currently, D6 Inc. is the fastest growing thermoforming and industrial prototyping companies in North America. “We climbed from really zero to top of the heat very quickly because of our great customers and long-term partnerships with them,” concludes Dominion.
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This partnership marks a milestone for both companies as they join forces to drive sustainability and environmental stewardship in the packaging industry.
D6’s innovative approach involves the collection, cleaning, and upcycling of waste materials into high-quality, food-grade packaging products. As a Responsible End Market (REM) re-collector, D6 ensures that products and resources are managed responsibly and sustainably, preventing environmental harm through efficient collection and recycling.
By emphasizing a closed-loop system that reintegrates materials into the economy, D6 is dedicated to fostering a more sustainable future. D6’s strong commitment to ESG principles, particularly environmental sustainability, is evident in their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint, conserve resources, and minimize waste.
Under the terms of the contract, D6 will leverage Datagration's state-of-the-art EcoVisor ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and Sustainability Performance Management platform.
D6 aims to become the world’s first carbon-neutral packaging company by 2030. Integration of data to accelerate its sustainability initiatives and optimize its environmental footprint across its manufacturing operations is key to achieving this goal. D6 will also leverage EcoVisor in community recycling initiatives to monitor and track progress to circularity in partnership with major retailers.
"We are thrilled to partner with D6 to support their sustainability efforts and help them achieve their environmental objectives," said Peter Bernard, Chairman and CEO at Datagration. "Our EcoVisor platform is uniquely positioned to provide D6 with the visibility and transparency they need to drive sustainable practices throughout their organization, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible packaging industry."
As a company committed to innovation and excellence, D6 selected Datagration's EcoVisor platform for its robust capabilities, user-friendly interface, and proven track record of delivering measurable results. By harnessing the power of data and analytics, D6 aims to further differentiate itself as a leader in sustainable packaging solutions while meeting the evolving needs of its customers and stakeholders.
"We are excited to partner with Datagration and integrate their EcoVisor platform into our operations," said Edward Dominion, President and CEO at D6. "As a company dedicated to speed, precision, and sustainability, we believe that leveraging advanced analytics and technology is essential to driving positive change and achieving our sustainability goals. With EcoVisor, we are confident that we can enhance our environmental performance and continue to deliver innovative, eco-friendly packaging solutions to our customers worldwide."
Datagration's EcoVisor platform empowers organizations to monitor, measure, and manage their ESG and sustainability performance in real-time, providing actionable insights to drive continuous improvement and achieve strategic sustainability goals. With its advanced analytics capabilities, intuitive interface, and customizable reporting features, EcoVisor enables companies like D6 to track key environmental metrics, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions to enhance their overall sustainability performance.