In running a small business, you may feel like you're wearing a myriad of hats, being knowledgeable in multiple areas rather than just one. This can seem overwhelming, and you might not get as much done as you want to as attention is spread thin. 

One way to lighten the load and scale more efficiently and effectively is through contract partnerships. These enable businesses to outsource specific services to trusted third parties. These partnerships can cover a wide range of roles, including contract assembly and packaging. 

What Are the Benefits of Contract Assembly and Packaging? 

Contract assembly and packaging services essentially enable companies to delegate the time-consuming task of preparing products for distribution. This could include assembling products, sorting them out, shrink-wrapping, and sealing, all of which can require detailed equipment and trained personnel. Assembly and packaging can also take a lot of time without bringing in money. For small businesses in particular, every second of time is money, so outsourcing assembly and packaging services may be a good fit. These services provide many benefits, including:

Cost and space savings: By contracting assembly and packaging services, you avoid the high costs of purchasing specialized equipment or requiring extra space for machines. You just pay for the services you need. 

• More efficient: Outsourcing means you don’t need to hire and train in-house staff, particularly if assembly and packaging services are only needed for certain projects or times of the year.
• High-quality results: Contract partners have the tools and expertise to provide quality service.
• Focus on other priorities: Leaving assembly and packaging logistics to someone you can rely on means more time for you to focus on growth, innovation, and customer experience.

Contract partnerships with DWI

DWI is a contract partner with a difference. We are a trusted provider of contract assembly and packaging services that has a wealth of experience and expertise behind us. Assembly and packaging services is one of the core offerings in our manufacturing solutions category, alongside staffing services and janitorial services.

DWI Contract Assembly and Packaging Services 

Development Workshop, Inc. (DWI) offers various assembly and packaging services customized to the needs of companies, from small startups to high-volume operations. From simple kit assembly assistance to complex packaging logistics, we deliver professional-grade results.

At the core of our assembly and packaging services is our ability to handle high-volume, repeatable tasks with consistency, accuracy, and speed. The skilled workforce is trained in a variety of assembly and packaging processes, and the state-of-the-art facility is equipped to meet rigorous quality and efficiency standards. Services include:

Kit assembly: Collecting multiple components and bundling them into ready-to-ship kits, such as marketing packages, instructional kits, or retail sets 

Product sorting and counting: Breaking down bulk stock and sorting into precise groupings— ideal for promotions or subscription boxes 

Folding and inserting: Preparing materials for mailing (folding brochures, inserting letters or coupons into boxes or envelopes) 

Labeling and barcoding: Applying custom labels, barcodes, or brand stickers with precision, and as per client request 

Heat sealing and shrinking: Using heat-shrinking tunnels of industrial power and heat bag sealers to commercially package goods for retail or storage 

Pallet preparation and wrapping: Utilizing an automatic pallet wrapper to bundle and strap large quantities of product for shipping and distribution 

Die cutting and custom assembly: Cutting and shaping material for displays, folders, binders, and more by using high-precision die-cutting equipment 

Range of projects

This broad suite of services allows DWI to support numerous industries, like retail, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. Recent projects include: 

• Tape dispenser assembly
• Highway safety tool kits
• Boxes for Idaho Falls Fiber
• Mass mailings

Getting to Know DWI

We have worked to build trust since the early 1970s. In that time, DWI has worked to establish and maintain a performance-based track record of success. A non-profit organization, our mission is to “assist individuals who have a disability or who are disadvantaged to recognize and to achieve their chosen level of economic and social independence.” 

In working to achieve this mission, we strive to embrace the values of quality, choice, diversity, integrity, respect, independence, accountability, hope, and courage every day. 

Over 100 people report for work at our Idaho Falls manufacturing facility. In addition to assembly and packaging services, our manufacturing offerings include plastic injection molding and sewing services. We also offer staffing and janitorial services.

Contract Assembly and Packaging Near You

If you are a small business looking to scale up without overstretching your internal resources, contract assembly and packaging through DWI may be the answer. With trusted expertise and a variety of assembly and packaging services available, we can help businesses succeed and grow. 

We are uniquely positioned to serve Idaho Falls and nearby communities with hands-on support, flexible solutions and quick turnaround times. Whether you need short-term help to launch a new product, or a long-term partner for ongoing packaging operations, DWI offers support to get the job done. 

By choosing a local provider such as DWI, you can benefit from:

• Faster communication and delivery
• Nearby face-to-face support
• The opportunity to invest in the local economy and workforce

We can support you in scaling your business, allowing you more time and focus on the areas of your business you do best. Instead of paying to hire and train new staff for assembly and packaging roles, or investing in expensive equipment, you can contract with our team for high-quality assembly and packaging services. 

Contact DWI to get a quote or to learn more about how we can help your business through contracted assembly and packaging services in Idaho Falls.

11 Aug 2025

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