(CIANEWS) - Reducing operating costs in the packaging, logistics and e-commerce industries can be achieved by automating operations and reducing transport costs by optimizing the bulk weight of shipments. The right packaging can save companies up to 15% on shipping costs. Furthermore, research by packaging and office supplies manufacturer RAJA shows that a motorised wrapping machine saves up to 75% in time and material consumption. The right packaging can reduce transport costs by up to 10%. Material costs represent on average 60 to 80% of the total packaging costs.