Chinese New Year is a period of celebration, pause, and transition. For many restaurants and food businesses, operations slow down temporarily — shortened hours, limited menus, adjusted staffing, and fluctuating demand.
As the holiday concludes, February becomes a strategic reset point.
This is the ideal time to review operational structure — and packaging should be part of that review.
1. Reassess Inventory After Holiday Fluctuations
During festive periods, packaging usage often becomes uneven:
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Some SKUs move faster than expected
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Others remain overstocked
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Temporary purchases may not match usual standards
Before placing new orders, businesses should:
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Audit remaining packaging inventory
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Identify slow-moving items
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Recalculate monthly consumption based on normalized demand
A clear inventory picture prevents over-ordering or unexpected shortages.
2. Rebuild Stable Supply Schedules
Factory production and logistics typically normalize after the holiday, but demand often rebounds at the same time.
Rather than placing irregular or reactive orders, restaurants can:
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Reconfirm lead times with suppliers
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Establish predictable reorder cycles
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Align purchasing schedules with projected Q1 sales
Consistency reduces operational stress and improves cost planning.
3. Eliminate Inefficient SKUs
Holiday menus sometimes introduce additional packaging formats. After the season ends, complexity can remain.
Q1 is a practical moment to:
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Remove redundant container sizes
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Standardize lid compatibility
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Consolidate high-volume items
Simplifying packaging structure improves storage efficiency and staff workflow.
4. Review Performance Issues
Holiday rush periods often reveal weaknesses that are overlooked during slower months.
Common issues to evaluate include:
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Lid sealing performance during peak delivery hours
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Container durability under heavier load
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Customer complaints related to leakage or presentation
Addressing these early prevents recurring operational losses.
5. Align Packaging with 2026 Growth Plans
February is not only about correction — it is also about preparation.
Restaurants planning to:
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Expand delivery radius
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Introduce new menu categories
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Increase online promotion
Should ensure packaging supports those goals.
Scalable packaging solutions provide flexibility as volume increases.
Stability Builds Momentum
The weeks following Chinese New Year set the operational tone for the rest of Q1.
Businesses that treat packaging as part of their structural planning — rather than a last-minute purchase — typically experience fewer disruptions and more predictable margins.
A strong year is built on stable systems.
At Tangchao Ecoware, we continue to focus on reliable supply, consistent specifications, and practical solutions that support daily operations.
As the new business cycle begins, reviewing and resetting packaging strategy can help build a smoother and more controlled year ahead.