Half of global plastic production is for single-use applications, and only 14% of plastic packaging is collected for recycling, but even vastly improved rates alone would not be enough to curb the plastic waste crisis without an increased emphasis to … [Read more...] about How national policies can accelerate the transition to a reuse economy
Reliably Track Reusable Packaging With Polymer Fusion Labels
Traceability in the meat and poultry industry is essential to consumers and producers alike. Polymer fusion labels can make it enduringly possible. Consumers and shoppers increasingly desire transparency as they shop, knowing product … [Read more...] about Reliably Track Reusable Packaging With Polymer Fusion Labels
How Geopolitical Risk Impacts Supply Chain Planning and Pallet Selection
Supply chains are being redesigned to address increased geopolitical risk Reconfigured global supply chains have implications for pallet selection and management In February 2021, President Biden met with a bipartisan group of lawmakers in … [Read more...] about How Geopolitical Risk Impacts Supply Chain Planning and Pallet Selection
Packaging Innovations Return to London
Major packaging and digital printing events are returning to the global stage once again. All eyes are now on Packaging Innovations, and Luxury Packaging London will return to Olympia on 1-2 December 2021. The scale of the event is more than 180 … [Read more...] about Packaging Innovations Return to London
Sustainable Healthcare Packaging: Why Recyclability is the Key
Sustainable healthcare packaging is no longer a trend — it’s a given, but the healthcare industry has long been behind the curve. Granted, there are many examples where safety must be prioritized —for example, if a packaging material has come into … [Read more...] about Sustainable Healthcare Packaging: Why Recyclability is the Key
The Benefits of Real-Time Data for Maximizing Production Output
Smart manufacturing revolves around monitoring and analyzing real-time data. Its significance cannot be overemphasized. A recent IQMS Manufacturer’s Survey of North American manufacturers found that 81% of the respondents rely on real-time monitoring … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Real-Time Data for Maximizing Production Output
Modern Artwork Management to Streamline Concept-to-Shelf Packaging
Artwork management for packaging often demands balancing hundreds or more projects simultaneously, each with numerous variations to consider. And too often, the legacy method of managing these projects either bogs down stakeholders or is overly … [Read more...] about Modern Artwork Management to Streamline Concept-to-Shelf Packaging
Fears About Launching a Startup: How To Fight
Are some of these startup fears holding you back? Starting a business of any kind is stressful enough but it can be even more intimidating depending on what type of business you want to start. For instance, owners of B2B startups definitely … [Read more...] about Fears About Launching a Startup: How To Fight
Supply Chain Disruption: Why A Multi-Enterprise Approach Is the Answer
How to address order fulfillment concerns as supply chain disruption persists. By Jason Tham, CEO of Nulogy With the 2021 holiday season in full swing, co-packers are naturally concerned about how to continue fulfilling orders on time, … [Read more...] about Supply Chain Disruption: Why A Multi-Enterprise Approach Is the Answer
These Intelligent Packaging Technologies are gaining steady commercialization: Excerpts from FMI’s recent talk show
Every aspect of our lives is becoming smarter and more intelligent with each passing year. Consumer expectations are growing sky high and industries across the domain are introducing smarter products and systems to provide a more personalized … [Read more...] about These Intelligent Packaging Technologies are gaining steady commercialization: Excerpts from FMI’s recent talk show