# Dual Delivery Deliverable packaging solutions adopt multifunctional designs. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published May 1, 2018 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/dual-delivery ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.7/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Dual Delivery trend? **Dual Delivery:** Packaging solutions that can be delivered are adopting dual-functionalities that allow consumers to reuse boxing for varying purposes. Such products come as a reaction to factors such as consumers' magnified focus on eco consumption, along with the rise of small-space living that requires simple and creative solutions to the process of cutting out excess. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 26, 2016 to Aug 27, 2018 - Published: May 1, 2018 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Dual Delivery trend ### Multipurpose Packaging Adopting multifunctional dual-functionalities for packaging solutions. ### Eco-friendly Packaging Solutions Reducing environmental impact while being convenient and functional. ### Reusable Packaging Creating sustainable packaging with the intention to extend the longevity of cardboard boxes. ## What the Dual Delivery trend means for industry ### For Packaging Industry Manufacturing eco-friendly packaging solutions. ### For Furniture Industry Creating functional furniture from packaging materials. ### For Consumer Goods Industry Providing sustainable and efficient packaging for products ## Workshop question How can your brand appeal to consumers seeking to cut the excess from their lives? ## Trend signals for Dual Delivery Trend score 5.7 out of 10, from popularity 84%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 84% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Dual Delivery trend 6 featured examples from Apr 26, 2016 to Aug 27, 2018. - [Dual-Purpose Cardboard Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-packaging-solutions): The Hp Z1 Workstation Features a Sustainable Packaging Solution (Category: Eco) Implication: The growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions presents an opportunity for e-commerce businesses to offer eco-friendly options to their customers. - [Waste-Reduction Shoe Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matadog-design): Matadog Design Has Created a More Eco-Friendly Shoe Box (Category: Eco) Implication: The fashion retail industry can benefit from adopting waste-reduction shoe boxes to enhance product packaging and sustainability initiatives. - [Multipurpose Rustic Six-Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-six-pack): Bohemia's Beer Six-Pack Crate Transforms into a Set of Kitchen Tools (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Beer and other beverage companies looking to innovate their packaging with sustainable materials. - [Multifunctional Wine Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/box-wine): The Viajes de un Catador Box Wine Packaging is for Storage and Serving (Category: Eco) Implication: The Viajes de un Catador wine box packaging presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the wine and spirits industry through more consumer-friendly and sustainable packag… - [Upcycled Cardboard Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fold): The FOLD is a Unique Piece of Cardboard Furniture Made from Packaging (Category: Eco) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethink packaging design to reduce waste and enable upcycling into functional products. - [Reusable Cardboard Packaging Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/box-latch): Eco-Latch Systems' Box Latch is an Innovative Sealer (Category: Eco) Implication: The Box Latch presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the packaging industry by offering a reusable and efficient alternative to traditional sealing methods. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)