Integrated object packaging and holder for direct-to-object printer

A system for printing on a multi-dimensional object, the system comprising:

• a plurality of print heads;
• a mounting structure configured to receive an integrated object packaging and holder for an object and to movably mount on a support member;
• an actuator configured to move the mounting structure along the support member;
• a processing device;
• and
• a non-transitory, computer-readable memory containing programming instructions that are configured to cause the processing device to:
• control a movement of the mounting structure relative to the plurality of print heads, via the actuator, by:
• receiving identifying information corresponding to an integrated packaging and object holder mounted on the mounting structure,
• retrieving, using the identifying information, information relating to the integrated packaging and object holder and an object held within the integrated packaging and object holder,
• determining, using the retrieved information, a position of at least one printable area on the object with respect to the plurality of print heads, and
• using the determined position to control the movement of the mounting structure relative to the plurality of print heads, and
• operate the plurality of print heads to eject marking material onto an object mounted on the mounting structure.