Are missed deadlines, confusing approvals, and version chaos slowing you down? Here’s how to tell when it’s time to modernise your packaging workflow and what to do about it.

If managing your packaging workflow feels more stressful than it should, you’re not alone.

Today’s brands are under more pressure than ever to launch products faster, across more markets, and with total brand consistency. But outdated processes, manual systems, and scattered communication can quickly lead to bottlenecks, errors, and wasted time.

Sound familiar? You might be overdue a digital upgrade.

Below, we’ve listed five common signs that your packaging process is struggling — and how Springfield Solutions’ digital asset and artwork management services can help you take back control.

You’re Still Chasing Artwork Versions Over Email

If your inbox is full of email chains with filenames like “FINAL_v3_edited_USETHISONE”, it’s time to rethink your process.

Managing artwork approvals through email leaves too much room for error. Version confusion, missed attachments, and accidental approvals can all result in the wrong file going to print.

That can cost time, money, and credibility.

A digital asset management solution centralises everything. It gives your team access to a single source of truth, complete with version history, user permissions, and status tracking. No more guesswork. No more chaos.

Approvals Are Delayed (and Everyone Blames Each Other)

Delayed packaging launches often come down to one thing: approval bottlenecks.

When multiple stakeholders are involved, from marketing and compliance to retailers and brand owners, it’s easy for feedback to get lost, or for approvals to stall.

And when timelines slip, everyone feels the pressure.

Digital workflows automate this process. With an artwork management tool, you can route approvals, track progress in real-time, and get full visibility on who’s holding things up.

It’s faster, clearer, and more collaborative.

You’re Duplicating Work Across SKUs or Markets

Recreating the same design for multiple pack formats, regions, or variants? You could be wasting valuable time.

Without a system in place to manage and reuse approved assets, teams often end up redoing work unnecessarily — or worse, using outdated files.

That’s where a structured, centralised approach makes all the difference.

At Springfield Solutions, we help brands build efficient packaging systems that support asset reuse, templated design, and scalable artwork updates. So, whether you’re managing five SKUs or fifty, your workflow stays streamlined and stress-free.

You’re Not Confident in Colour or Print Consistency

Your brand should look the same whether it’s on a label, pouch, or carton. However, without a tightly managed workflow, visual consistency can be hard to maintain.

Variations in colour, print quality, or design layout don’t just impact aesthetics. They impact trust. Consumers notice when things feel off, and so do retailers.

With colour management and reprographics expertise built into the artwork process, our team ensures your packaging is technically accurate and visually consistent across every format, material, and print process.

You Can’t See the Full Picture

Do you know where your packaging project is up to right now? Who’s approved what? Which version is the latest? If not, you’re flying blind.

A lack of visibility is one of the biggest barriers to packaging efficiency. When everything is managed in spreadsheets, shared drives, or local folders, it’s difficult to track progress, catch delays, or respond quickly when things change.

That’s why our digital asset and artwork management systems give you complete control. With dashboards, version tracking, audit trails, and collaborative tools that bring your whole packaging process into one transparent, accessible space.

How Springfield Solutions Can Improve Your Packaging Workflow

We know that managing packaging across multiple SKUs, stakeholders, and deadlines isn’t easy.

That’s why we offer end-to-end digital asset and artwork management, designed to help brands like yours move faster, stay consistent, and reduce costly errors.

With our digital-first approach, you get:

• A centralised platform for all artwork and assets
• Automated workflows for feedback and approvals
• Real-time project visibility
• Expert support in artwork, reprographics, and print technicalities
• A streamlined process from concept to shelf

Whether you’re managing a global product range or launching your next innovation, we’re here to make your packaging workflow smoother, smarter, and more efficient.

It’s Time to Ditch the Spreadsheets and Shared Drives

If you recognised any of these five signs, now’s the time to act. A digital upgrade to your packaging workflow isn’t just about speed, it’s about accuracy, visibility, and brand protection.

Ready to take control of your packaging process? Get in touch with our team to learn more about Springfield’s end-to-end digital asset and artwork management services and how we can help you launch with confidence.