About this Report
This report is intended to help buyers of cans and pails make informed purchasing decisions. Cans and pails are used to store and transport a variety of goods, ranging from industrial products to food and beverages. Cans and pails are typically made from plastic or metal, such as aluminum and steel. Typical buying markets include industrial firms, construction companies, canned food and beverage producers and paint manufacturers. This report excludes casks, drums and barrels.
Table of Contents
At a Glance
Executive Summary
Price Environment
Price Fundamentals
Benchmark Price
Pricing Model
Price Drivers
Input Cost Drivers
External Demand Drivers
Recent Price Trend
Price Forecast
Product Characteristics
Product Life Cycle
Total Cost of Ownership
Product Specialization
Related Goods
Subsitute Goods
Regulation
Quality Control
Supply Chain & Vendors
Supply Chain Dynamics
Supply Chain Risk
Geographic Locations
Imports
Competitive Environment
Market Share Concentration
Vendor Company Types
Market Profitability
Switching Cost
Purchasing Process
Buying Basics
Buying Lead Time
Selection Process
Buying-Decision Scorecard
Key RFP Elements
Negotiation Questions
Buyer Power Score Components
Jargon & Glossary