Material Composition | Eco-conscious retail distribution | Industry: Cardboard (ISO 9706) ▲ Base: Coated paper (FSC-certified, ISO 9706) ▲ Advanced: Laminated plastic (FSC + ASTM D642) | Base: Sustainable sourcing; Advanced: Durable and eco-compliant | Industry: Non-recyclable; Advanced: Higher cost |
Durability & Tear Resistance | High-traffic stores, frequent handling | Industry: 15 N/m (ISO 2758) ▲ Base: 25 N/m (ISO 2758) ▲ Advanced: 40 N/m (ISO 2758) | Base: Resists minor wear; Advanced: Withstands heavy use | Industry: Prone to tearing; Advanced: Adds weight/cost |
Regional Network Compatibility | Cross-border top-ups in South Pacific | Industry: 3-5 countries ▲ Base: 4 countries (Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, Vanuatu) ▲ Advanced: 6+ countries + roaming support | Base: Covers core markets; Advanced: Expands reach to neighboring regions | Industry: Limited coverage; Advanced: Requires complex network agreements |
Security Features | Fraud prevention in mass distribution | Industry: Basic serial numbers ▲ Base: ISO/IEC 20008-compliant serials ▲ Advanced: QR code + serial (ISO/IEC 15418) | Base: Tamper-evident; Advanced: Dual verification (physical + digital) | Industry: Counterfeit risk; Advanced: Requires scanning infrastructure |
User Interface Design | Non-tech users in rural areas | Industry: Small text ▲ Base: 14pt bold (ISO 9241) ▲ Advanced: 18pt + icons (ISO 9241) | Base: Improved readability; Advanced: Intuitive for all literacy levels | Industry: Hard to read; Advanced: Higher printing costs |
Printing Technology | Branding and visual appeal | Industry: Standard inkjet ▲ Base: Offset printing (ISO 12647-7) ▲ Advanced: Offset + UV coating (ASTM D523) | Base: Sharp imagery; Advanced: Scratch-resistant and vibrant colors | Industry: Fades quickly; Advanced: Adds production complexity |