How to Reorder Personalised Packing Tape

Reordering personalised packing tape should be quicker than the first order, but only when the design and specification are recorded accurately. Small changes to material, roll length, print colours or artwork can turn a repeat into a new job.

Quick answer: Quote the previous order, confirm that nothing has changed and reorder before stock reaches the final case. Never assume the supplier will infer the exact specification.

Set a reorder point based on usage, production time and a sensible safety stock.

What you’ll learn

• Which previous-order details to provide

• How plates and artwork affect a reorder

• When to change the quantity

• How to calculate a reorder point

• What to approve if the design changes

Reference the exact previous order

Provide the previous invoice, job or artwork reference where available. Confirm material, base colour, tape width, roll length, quantity and print colours.

If the supplier sends a repeat confirmation, compare it with the rolls currently in use.

Confirm artwork and plate status

Ask whether the approved artwork and printing plates remain available. If the logo, address, website or brand colours have changed, treat the artwork as revised and approve a new proof.

Do not request ‘same as last time’ if any design element has changed.

Repeat ordering works best when the exact approved specification is recorded.

Review quantity using actual usage

The first order gives real consumption data. Calculate average rolls used per month and account for seasonal peaks, new customers or increased dispatch volume.

A larger repeat may improve unit economics, but only if the stock can be used and stored appropriately.

Calculate a sensible reorder point

• Average monthly roll usage

• Full production lead time

• Expected delivery time

• Seasonal or campaign demand

• Safety stock for unexpected delays

Check repeat pricing properly

Separate recurring tape cost from any first-order setup that no longer applies. Confirm whether material or delivery prices have changed since the previous order.

Compare roll dimensions and the delivered total rather than relying on memory.

If the design is changing

Request a fresh proof and check the new version at actual size. Keep old and new artwork references distinct to avoid the wrong tape being reproduced.

For design changes, upload the new file through the ViTape online designer.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I pay a plate charge again?

It depends on whether the same usable plate and exact artwork can be reused. Confirm this with the supplier before ordering.

Can I change quantity on a repeat order?

Usually, subject to the supplier’s available production quantities and pricing. Ask for the revised unit and delivered totals.

When should I reorder?

Reorder while enough stock remains to cover production, delivery and a reasonable buffer. Do not wait until the final roll.

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Design your personalised packing tape

Choose your tape, upload your artwork and preview the design before ordering. Start designing online or contact ViTape for specification help and a free artwork proof.

Continue comparing options with ViTape’s full custom tape range, or design personalised packing tape online for an instant visual and price.