Packrift scenario model
Pet Supply Refills: Single-unit order
Pet refill orders repeat often enough to deserve narrow rules, but dense pouches and mixed accessories need separate damage and leak checks. This single-order flow model uses 950 monthly orders and a DIM divisor of 139 to compare the current Multi-depth carton against smaller protective formats.
What this scenario is testing
This page isolates the simplest order shape so the savings case is not distorted by bundle exceptions. The model starts with an item profile of 10 x 7 x 3.8 in, 2.1 lb per unit, and 1 unit per order. The current package is 14 x 10 x 8 in with 80 seconds of pack time.
Packrift treats the result as a screening recommendation. It is strong enough to prioritize a pilot, not strong enough to replace invoice analysis, damage tracking, or warehouse observation.
Candidate rule
Create separate pet refill rules for dense pouches, light accessories, and mixed carts instead of one subscription carton rule.
Assumptions used
- $0.78 per billable pound.
- $19.50 per warehouse labor hour.
- 1.3% current damage rate.
- $36.00 expected replacement or support cost.
Risk checks
- pouch corner wear
- odor containment
- mixed accessory dents
- repeat-order quantity bands
How to test it
- Select one SKU family with stable dimensions.
- Run a carton control group for the same carrier lanes.
- Compare invoice billable weight, pack time, and support contacts after two weeks.
Same segment
Package Candidate Comparison
Generated from the same Packrift Flex Fit assumptions| Package | Size | Utilization | Billable weight | Cost/order | Annual impact | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi-depth carton baseline | 14 x 10 x 8 in | 26% | 8.06 lb | $8.45 | $0 | Baseline |
| Poly mailer | 12.25 x 9 x 2.6 in | 103% | 2.17 lb | $2.74 | $64,997 | Best for compressible, low-breakage items |
| Padded mailer | 12.5 x 9.25 x 3.3 in | 77% | 2.75 lb | $3.29 | $58,774 | Adds light protection without carton void |
| Multi-depth carton | 11.5 x 8.5 x 5.75 in | 52% | 4.04 lb | $4.73 | $42,370 | Best carton option for variable order depth |
| Corrugated carton | 12 x 9 x 6.5 in | 42% | 5.05 lb | $5.50 | $33,641 | General-purpose safe fit |
| Cut down current carton | 14 x 10 x 6 in | 35% | 6.04 lb | $6.71 | $19,810 | Operational fix using current carton family |
| Rigid mailer | 11.5 x 8.25 x 5.25 in | 59% | 3.58 lb | $3.93 | $51,476 | DIM penalty, not recommended for this item profile |