How to Choose the Best Money Packet Printing Supplier for Your Brand
- Sky Print
- May 6
- 4 min read
During celebrations like Chinese New Year, Hari Raya and Deepavali, money packets – or ang pao – are more than just festive envelopes. Today, they’ve transformed in the business world into potent branding tools that enable businesses to foster brand identity and also relate to customers personally. Knowing this, ensuring you are using the right money packet printing supplier for your brand is vital. Here’s a guide to finding the right one.
Know What Your Brand Needs
Before contacting suppliers, you need to clearly delineate what you need:
Volume – Are you printing large or small batch quantities?
Design Style – Whether it is traditional, modern, minimalistic, or intricate designs that you please.
Customization – Do you require hot stamping, embossing, UV finishing, etc?
Timeline – When are the packets due?
Understanding what you need will ensure the supplier you choose can deliver what it is you expect of them.
Evaluate Printing Quality
Quality is non-negotiable. A printed packet is so bad that it hurts your brand rather than improving it. Ask for:
Samples – Order physical samples, or a sample pack to test thickness, printing precision, colour vibrancy, and finishing quality.
Portfolio – If the supplier has worked with reputed brands, their portfolio should be an easy find.
Options in Materials – Different types of paper or material used can make your money packets look different as well as make them more or less durable.
Tip: High-quality packets are not only attractive, but will also be remembered by recipients.
Look for Customization Abilities
Every brand is unique. A top money packet printing supplier will provide you with a variety of customization options, like:
Custom sizes and shapes
Foil Stamping (gold, silver, rose gold)
Embossing and debossing
Gloss Spot UV or Matte/Gloss Lamination
Die-cut shapes or unique cutouts
Ensure the supplier is able to reflect your brand character into the design of the money packets.
Check Design Support
Not all companies have in-house design team. If you don’t have a designer available, look for a supplier that provides a design service, or at the very least collaborates closely with professional designers. Some suppliers may even have templates that are ready-made that you can refine for your brand.
A good supplier will:
Know your Brand Tone, Colours
Provide mock-ups and previews before production
Provide meaningful feedback that enhances the design
Assess Turnaround Time
It’s all about timing when it comes to festive marketing. Delayed deliveries can result in missed holidays and lost marketing opportunities. When choosing a supplier, consider the following questions:
What is their typical turnaround time?
Do they do express services?
How do they deal with time-consuming orders or unexpected last-minute modifications?
Select the supplier that is reputed for its timely delivery and reliability.
Compare Pricing and Value
Pricing does matter but don’t choose the lowest price without looking at the total value. A lower quote could prove to be lower quality, fewer options for customization or hidden costs. Find a supplier that provides:
Clear pricing (including delivery, design fees and finishing costs)
You offer volume discounts for large orders
Extra services such as packaging or delivery
Always ask for a written estimate, and get all fees listed up front.
Read Reviews and Testimonials
Checking reviews and testimonials and ratings is one of the best ways to measure the reliability of the supplier. Look for feedback on:
Product quality
Communication and customer service
Delivery timelines
Overall satisfaction
These can be found on the supplier’s website, social media pages, Google Reviews, or B2B platforms.
Choose a Supplier with Local Expertise
For those who are situated in Malaysia, having a money packet printing supplier based in Malaysia has its benefits:
Faster communication and easier coordination
Lower shipping costs
Cultural understanding of festive themes, colours, and motifs
Better support in case of any issues
Most local suppliers too understand the cultural significance of money packets and would be able to guide you on how you can create designs that help you connect better with your target audience.
Consider Sustainability
Consumers today are more eco-sensitive than ever. If your brand promotes sustainability, search for a supplier that consumes:
Paper that is recycled or FSC-certified
Inks based on soy or environmentally friendly ones
Minimal or recyclable packaging
Brand CSR values can be aligned with their marketing efforts through sustainable money packets.
Build a Long-Term Partnership
Money packets are not only meant for this one holiday — they can be used for various occasions throughout the year. Find a supplier you can trust for long-term partnerships. A good supplier will:
Understand your brand’s evolving needs
Add a discounted price for return customers
Provide seasonal tips and recommendations
Finding a long-term relationship early on may save you time, money, and energy down the road.
Final Thoughts
Money packet printing is not a seasonal task; it’s a branding opportunity. The right supplier will allow your own product to shine, making an emotional connection with your target market and imprinting in their minds when they picture your brand. These key factors—quality, customization, price, reliability, and design support—set you on the right path to ensuring you select the best money packet printing supplier for your brand.
Decide you’re going to take out some budget to treat yourself with a partner; whether a small business or large company, this is an investment that’ll inject real quality into your festive marketing, allowing your brands ethos to shine from within every envelope.
