Part of my job requires that I travel frequently for business. And, I have gotten into the habit of reading quite heavily while on these business trips. Reading helps to pass the time on flights, in airports, taxis, and so on – as well as to help me catch-up on industry trends and analysis.

Carrying around multiple magazines or books can be quite a hassle, however. So, I recently purchased a Kindle (digital e-book reader). It is an amazing piece of technology and affords me the luxury of storing dozens of books and magazines for review at any time – without the bulk and inconvenience of transporting the printed versions.

My Kindle has become a valuable asset in my business and personal travels. I take it with me everywhere now and it is an essential piece of my carry-on luggage. As a matter of fact, my Kindle has replaced my laptop as the first thing I break out, after the airline pilot gives word that it is okay to use personal electronic devices.

Well, on a recent Alaska Airlines flight, you can imagine my surprise as I realized my Kindle was missing. After de-boarding the plane and walking to the waiting lounge for my connecting flight, I reached into my carry-on bag to take out my trusty e-book reader. But it wasn’t there. After thinking back, I remembered using it and then putting it in the seat pocket in front of me as I got up to stretch my legs before landing.

There was no time to go back to the first gate to ask if anyone had turned in the device before my connecting flight. So, I feared the worst… My Kindle may be gone for good. Just then, my cell phone rang from a number that I did not recognize. I answered the phone and, to my amazement, it was an Alaska Airlines customer service agent. She stated that they had found my Kindle in the seat pocket of my first flight and that she noticed the ID My Stuff label on the back with my name and cell phone number. She asked if I was still in the airport and said she would do her best to get it to me right away.

The wonderful Alaska Airlines agent borrowed an airport golf cart and was able to get my Kindle back to me before my next flight departed. I was thrilled to have my Kindle back in-hand, truly before I could even really miss it. The ID My Stuff label had absolutely saved the day! Without that ID label, it most likely would have been weeks before I got the device back – if even at all.

Mark Trumper
CEO
MaverickLabel.Com

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Purchasing your labels on the Internet is fast, simple, and less expensive than buying from a traditional label shop or a print sales person. Buying labels online places a professional label printing service right at your fingertips, where you can easily design or upload your own artwork from anywhere at anytime. And, you can have your labels delivered directly to you or to a customer / when and where you want them.

Choosing the right online label-printing partner is essential. When comparing Internet label printing companies, be sure to keep the following in mind: Does the company meet your needs for product selection, delivery time, and your price needs.

In addition to the above, you should always consider the site’s features when choosing your online label-printing partner. So, be sure to pick one that offers functionality like instant online label quoting, design online capabilities, artwork upload, and online proofing. Depending on your individual needs, you may also want a company that offers solutions like label templates and/or online tools to help you pick the best label option for your needs.

The benefits of ordering your labels online are many. Below is a quick run-down of some of the more important factors when choosing your online label partner…

PRICE: Obviously, the overall cost of your label printing should factor into your purchasing decision. Buying your labels online is cheaper in most cases because you’re eliminating any commissioned salesperson, however; it is not always best to simply pick the lowest cost provider. When factoring price, be sure to consider label quality, customer service, and delivery time.

FEATURES: As mentioned previously, the available features of a label-ordering site can make all the difference. Instant online quoting saves you valuable time; design online capabilities increase your productivity; and online proofing gives you peace of mind that your labels will be printed correctly.

You should also consider any “back-end” features / functionality of the site – like the ability to easily access past orders and/or artwork, one-click reordering, multiple ship-to addresses, and the availability of additional time-savings tools like options to instantly track print completion and/or delivery status.

REPUTATION: An important, but often overlooked, factor is the site’s reputation. Check to see how long the company has been in business. Look for customer testimonials on the site. Look to company and/or printing industry blogs to see what others are saying about the company. And, be sure to make sure the site’s e-commerce / ordering system is in a safe / secured environment.

EASE-OF-USE: Your selected online label printing solution should be easy to navigate and use. You should be able to find your desired product quickly and then order it within a few short steps.

FLEXIBILITY: Choosing the right online label partner will afford you greater flexibility, as you will be able to order all of your label needs from a single source.

TIME: Not only will you save on gas money, running from one printer to the next, but you will save valuable time. Online label printing companies allow you to order labels right at your desk and send the file(s) directly to the label printer without worry. You can continue with other tasks related to your business and trust that your labels will be printed and delivered in a timely manner.

Choosing a professional online label printing company for all your label needs ensures you quality, service, dependability, and great value / cost savings. Be sure to pick the best company for your needs!

MaverickLabel.Com is a complete online label printing solution, offering dozens of label choices in a secure online environment. With cutting edge online technology and time saving features, Maverick is the top choice for all of your label needs.

We value our customers and have an outstanding customer service team to assist with any issues that may arise. We want to be your label-printing partner and to provide you with highly reliable label printing to make your next project a huge success.