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Visual information is what connects the consumer with the packaging design. Once the consumer develops loyalty for a  product, at some point they will recognize its package from far away. New brands and products need an extra spark to get people's attention and develop familiarity. Here are essential points for packaging designers to remember when creating designs that must convey visual information.

Identifying the uniqueness of a product is a crucial task for the packaging designer. Even though every product has its own characteristics, consumers often develop generalized perceptions about products based on norms and trends. Then when products stand out from established patterns, it captures attention. Here are important points a designer should take into account when evaluating a product's uniqueness.

Successful packaging design is only as good as how well it connects with appropriate target market segments. Even a brand with one product aimed at a specific age demographic can reach different market segments. Here's a look at the correlation between addressing a target audience through effective packaging design and achieving market success.

Product knowledge is one of the most crucial elements of packaging design. Without some type of awareness about what the product is or does, it would be difficult for the designer to match the interests of the client and the consumer. Here are ways to build upon product knowledge to integrate in packaging design.

A growing interest in environmental concerns has led to the concept of sustainable behaviour. This concept is of particular interest to manufacturers and packaging designers, as it relates to serving consumers who demand more eco-friendly production processes for sourcing materials or making products.

A packaging designer must follow a collaborative process to satisfy the client. Interviewing the client helps get the creative process rolling. Taking the following crucial steps will ensure the project stays on track with the client's expectations and needs.

Changes in the manufacturing process must always be assessed to ensure an operation maintains its efficiency. Adding flexibility to the equation is part of the key to managing packaging variability during runtime. Here are points to remember about rapidly changing markets and how they affect customer satisfaction. 

Authenticity is a crucial brand value and design cue that confirms in consumers' minds whether a product is premium quality. It's a concept that can be reinforced through packaging for positioning a brand across a wide range of various products. Here's a deeper look at what qualifies a product to be authentic and how it can be communicated through packaging design.

Minimalism is the most subtle packaging design cue that communicates a brand's quality. Through different periods of history it has been associated with classy design and respected reputation. The "less is more" concept, however, is complex for designers in the sense that it really comes down to the specific product and how it relates to a premium experience.