A supplement rebrand may leave old and new packaging in circulation at the same time. Agree how the business will describe that period before changing the website, retailer images and campaign assets. Do not imply customers will receive the new pack if fulfilment cannot support that promise.
Separate graphic changes from product changes
Record whether the update affects only appearance or also the product name, formula, quantity or instructions. The latter changes need separate business and regulatory review. A statement about packaging varying is not a substitute for accurately describing the actual product.
Build an asset release list
Track each SKU, old artwork version, new artwork version, approved image and planned channel update. Ask which retailers can update immediately and which have longer processes. Keep archived visuals clearly labelled so the old pack is not accidentally reintroduced into a new campaign.
Coordinate with stock owners
Use fulfilment information to choose the switch date or transition messaging.
Studio perspective
The studio recommendation is a phased, documented rollout when the stock situation requires it, not a single visual launch detached from what customers receive.
Practical review checklist
- Appearance versus product changes
- Stock availability confirmed
- Channel asset list
- Approved transition wording
Related design decisions
For the wider project, read Rebrand Packaging and Logo Design: When to Refresh Both Together and 3D Product Renders Before a Packaging Launch: A Practical Approval Workflow.
Frequently asked questions
Should every old image disappear immediately?
Not if it still accurately represents stock being supplied; coordinate the transition.
Can old and new renders share a filename?
Use clear versioned names to reduce accidental reuse.
Who decides the switchover date?
The business with fulfilment and channel owners, supported by the design team.
Plan the next step
Explore Y NOT TONY’s supplement packaging design service and view the Tude project for a published example of the studio’s work. The examples described in this guide are illustrative, not reported client outcomes.
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