Jim GeorgeBeverageGum stretches its appeal as a provider of benefitsKraft Foods and Wrigley are taking the lead as gum extends its reach as a delivery system for vitamin C and a source of dessert-like flavors for the diet-conscious.October 14, 2010Feeding/inserting/unscrambling'Right here right now' packs gaining in popularityEuromonitor identifies a trend in which smaller packages are faring well when they answer an immediate consumer need, from convenience to portion size.October 14, 2010Sustainable PackagingRecyclable holographic effect puts the 'wow' in Gillette razorThe "trifecta" in package design today is a package that delivers sales results for a brand while also being environmentally friendly and reducing materials use and costs.October 13, 2010FlexiblesPackaging helps GoodNites win back lost market shareIn response to new competitors, Kimberly-Clark delves deeper into the GoodNites consumer’s psyche. The new packaging captures the bedtime bond between kids and parents.October 11, 2010HomePrivate-label brands express front-of-pack labeling concernsAt the PLMA Washington Conference and legislative briefings, concerns focus on cost and complexity in responding to anticipated FDA requirements.October 7, 2010ContainersWalmart gets a better handle on women shoppersSurvey findings, presented at HBA Global Expo, find women are loyal Walmart shoppers. Value and quality are paramount, and the results give clues to better package design.October 1, 2010Contract PackagingKimberly-Clark: Made-to-order, shipped-to order-strategy boosts bottom lineBranding teams are rolling out more package formats than ever to give their products the best chance of appealing to the widest range of shoppers.September 27, 2010Bakery/SnackWalmart adding new wrinkle to small-store formatA new urban-store concept will focus on fresh food, and Target is about to disclose its own urban-store plan. Whatever the format, smaller packages will be essential.September 22, 2010Coding, Printing & LabelingLabel Expo makes case for sustainability, digital printingSpeakers implore brand owners to develop end-to-end processes to maximize sustainability efforts, and to investigate digital printing’s untapped pluses in labeling.September 15, 2010Meat/Poultry/SeafoodSizzling sleeves boost lamb's taste appeal in meat caseLamb traditionally has been a slow-moving item in the meat aisle.September 9, 2010Previous PagePage 11 of 51Next PageTop StoriesSustainabilityGlobal Packaging Trends Point to a New Strategic ApproachNew AMERIPEN Executive director Lynn Dyer highlights global packaging trends, shifting policies, and the need for a new strategic approach to balance sustainability with industry growth.Digital TransformationThrough the Line Podcast: Humanoid Robots in PackagingDigital TransformationHumanoid Robots in Packaging Part 1: Continuous Upgrades, Some Industry AdoptionWrappingLaffy Taffy Unwraps Easier-to-Open Mini Bar packagingSponsor ContentSemi-automatic Liquid Drum Filler Increases Operator Efficiency
