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Transforming Packaging Training: The Future of Retail Efficiency

In today's fast-paced retail environment, effective packaging strategies are often overlooked, leading to potential bottlenecks at the point of sale. Understanding this critical need, Maruni Logicom's unique packaging training aims to revolutionize how staff are educated and equipped to handle peak demand periods without slowing down the sales floor.

The Impact of Packaging on Sales Flow

During busy seasons, the role of packaging becomes pivotal in maintaining smooth operations. Unlike traditional training methods that focus solely on enhancing individual skill levels, Maruni Logicom's wrapping training emphasizes a blueprint for process improvement, ensuring that packaging is handled efficiently by any staff member, regardless of their skill level. By segmenting responsibilities into speed, consistency, and safety, staff can achieve synchronized efforts, creating a seamless workflow.

A Training Model Developed through Real-World Experience

The core of this innovative training model stems from Maruni Logicom's experience as a gift-wrapping specialist in Japan's Takashimaya department store in Nihonbashi. This program has undergone rigorous testing and refinement to address the specific demands of busy retail environments. The key question asked was not only, "What should be taught?" but also, "What can be omitted to maximize operational efficiency?" This selective approach has led to a training program that can effectively be taught in a short timeframe while rapidly integrating into daily operations.

Integrating Products for Immediate Effectiveness

To ensure that the training translates into practical results, Maruni Logicom proposes a pair of products: "Hohh" (the no-wrap wrapping technique) and "Megribox" (a circular packaging solution). These products are designed to minimize the decision-making process during peak times and streamline the flow of packaging, handover, and temporary storage, preventing delays. This integration allows multiple stores and staff members to maintain consistent standards in packaging quality.

Addressing Labour Shortages through Innovative Teaching

The current retail landscape faces numerous challenges, including labor shortages, high employee turnover, and limited training time. Traditional technical training methods are struggling to keep up with these demands. To tackle this issue, Maruni Logicom has revamped its wrapping training to create an operational framework that requires minimal teaching. The company strives to foster an environment where staff can perform tasks independently, securing training efficacy in real-time.

SC Business Fair 2026: An Opportunity to Learn More

Maruni Logicom will showcase their groundbreaking wrapping training program at the upcoming SC Business Fair 2026, scheduled from January 21 to 23 at Pacifico Yokohama. Attendees will have the chance to explore how their wrapping techniques can support retail enhancements, staff education, and standardized operations amid industry challenges.

Event Details:

• - Event Name: SC BUSINESS FAIR 2026
• - Dates: January 21 (Wed) - January 23 (Fri), 2026
• - Venue: Pacifico Yokohama, Exhibition Hall C & D, Booth D3-1
• - Location: 1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 220-0012, Japan
• - Organizer: Japan Shopping Center Association

Exhibition Highlights:

• - Targeted wrapping training for retail staff (main attraction)
• - No-wrap wrapping technique: "Hohh"
• - Circular packaging solution: "Megribox"
• - Support for packaging design in sales environments

About Maruni Logicom

• - Company Name: Maruni Logicom Co., Ltd. (Tsutsumiya Koubou)
• - Head Office: 229-1 Kitanaagai, Miyoshi Town, Saitama
• - Store Location: 4th Floor, Nihonbashi Takashimaya S.C., 2-4-1 Nihonbashi, Tokyo
• - Representative: President Shinichi Sugiyama
• - Business Activities: Gift wrapping services, packaging materials sales, training program development
• - Website: Tsutsumiya Website

Contact Information

For inquiries, please reach out to:
Maruni Logicom Co., Ltd. (Tsutsumiya Koubou)
Contact: Takimoto
Email: [email protected]

The future of efficient retail packaging begins with a new approach to training that breeds consistent results and ensures smooth operations, no matter the demand.