Fundraising Buy Confectionery
Cardy supplied Fundraising Buy Confectionery with an OKI Pro1050 and a complete label solution — eliminating outsourced lead times and transforming in-house production overnight.
How Cardy helped a NZ confectionery business take label printing in-house — and never look back.
The challenge
Fundraising Buy Confectionery, led by Brent Hooper, supplies delicious treats used as promotional products for businesses, schools, and non-profits across New Zealand. With a wide product range and a customer base that depends on fast turnaround, reliable label production is critical to the operation.
Outsourcing label printing was causing real problems. External suppliers meant long lead times, high minimum order quantities, shipping costs, and an inability to respond quickly to urgent orders. Every time a label needed to change — whether for a new product, a seasonal promotion, or a customer-specific requirement — Brent had to wait, and that wait was costing him time and money.
The solution
After discussing the challenge with the team at Cardy, Brent agreed that the OKI Pro1050 would be the right fit. Cardy didn't just supply the printer — they delivered a complete label solution, including die-cut labels tailored to Fundraising Buy Confectionery's specific needs. With the OKI Pro1050 in place, Brent could print labels in-house, on demand, with no minimum runs and no waiting on external suppliers.
The transition was straightforward. Cardy's expertise and guidance helped Brent quickly integrate the OKI Pro1050 into his existing operations, and their ongoing support ensured any issues were promptly addressed.
The benefits
With the OKI Pro1050 — supplied and supported by Cardy — Brent eliminated the time spent waiting for labels to be delivered, printing on demand to match production schedules perfectly and allowing for immediate adjustments based on inventory needs.
The switch to in-house printing also resulted in significant cost savings. While direct costs reduced a little, Brent was able to cut down on shipping fees, minimum order quantities, and the indirect time costs of ordering and waiting. Many of those indirect costs were eliminated completely.
"Switching to the OKI Pro1050 was a game-changer for us. We save so much time and the quality of our labels is just as good as what we were getting from print shops. It's been a fantastic investment for our business."
— Brent Hooper, Fundraising Buy Confectionery
One of Brent's primary concerns was ensuring label quality met the high standards previously set by his commercial print partners. The OKI Pro1050 exceeded expectations, delivering vibrant and durable labels indistinguishable from those previously outsourced, with the flexibility to handle a variety of label materials and allow for greater creativity in label design.
The future
The OKI Pro1050 continues to play a central role in Fundraising Buy Confectionery's operations. With the flexibility of in-house printing now firmly embedded, Brent can respond faster to customer needs, take on more varied label requirements, and maintain the consistent quality his customers expect — all without the cost and delay of external suppliers.
Working with Cardy made the difference. The right equipment, expertly recommended, supplied, and supported by a team that understood the business need from day one.