Through the Line Podcast: Challenges in Medical Device UDI Implementation

The Barcode Assessment revealed that while most manufacturers are now labeling medical devices with barcodes containing the mandated Unique Device Identifier (UDI), healthcare providers aren’t consistently scanning those barcodes at the point of care.

Elisabeth Cuneo
Sep 19, 2025

Follow this podcast on your favorite streaming platform - links can be found by clicking here.

Companies in this podcast
GS1 US
Discover Leading Suppliers
Recommended
Discover Leading Suppliers
The packaging innovations from PACK EXPO worth your attention.
Recommended
The packaging innovations from PACK EXPO worth your attention.
Packaging World Annual Outlook Report 2026
Recommended
Packaging World Annual Outlook Report 2026
Related Stories
Humanoid robots like Apptronik's Apollo are capable of completing repetitive tasks on the CPG plant floor, like repetitive lifting or material replenishment.
Digital Transformation
Humanoid Robots in Packaging Part 1: Continuous Upgrades, Some Industry Adoption
Liquid Filling Equipment Package This Pmmi
Filling/capping, liquid & viscous
A Video Overview of Liquid Filling Machines
The sheep wool insulation is designed to maintain chilled or ambient temperatures for 24 to 48 hours depending on configuration and ambient conditions.
Bio-based
Hydropac, NantBioRenewables, Montague Farms Design Bio-based Packaging
Smarter Case Marking
Sponsor Content
Smarter Case Marking
Machinery Basics
View More »
Pt 26 5 Wrapping Equipment Final 00 00 01 11 still001
Flow wrapping
Learn About 4 Different Types of Wrapping Machines for Your Product
Pt 26 4 Labeling Machines Thumbnail
Labeling
Learn About 10 Different Types of Labeling Machines for Your Product
Multipacking Equipment
Multipacking/shrink bundling/banding
What is Multipacking and How Do Brands Do It?
Pt 26 2 Cappers Thumbnail
Capping
Sealing the Deal: How Capping Machines Protect Your Product
View More »
Top Stories
When consumers were asked to identify the single purchasing attribute they consider 'extremely important,' price/value ranked first by a wide margin (41%), followed by brand preference (23%) and nutrition information (18%). Packaging recyclability ranked last at 2.5%, suggesting it plays a limited role in purchase decisions relative to cost, brand, and product information.
Recycling
New Research, to be Revealed at PRS, Examines Recyclability, Purchase Intent
A new national study, to be officially revealed in a few weeks at the Packaging Recycling Summit, explores how consumers rank packaging recyclability alongside price, brand preference, and product information. It offers a fresh perspective on packaging strategy and sustainability communication.
51mymsu3 720
Sustainability
End of the Line Video Series: Spee-Dee's Digital Dennis Update, Progress in Industrial Compostability, and Other AI News
Ipc20 Interpack Tm02 Rgb01
Digital Transformation
Interpack Wrap: Packaging Forced to be All Things to All People
The stand-up pouch format allows for efficient shelf display and improved space utilization during transport and storage compared to rigid alternatives.
Package Design
Kraft Heinz's Stand-u Pouch for Tomato Paste, Aldi Uses Thermochromic Label for Wine Temperature, and Z2 Performance's Easy-tear Sachet
Smarter Case Marking
Sponsor Content
Smarter Case Marking
Don't miss Packaging Recycling Summit 2026
Where innovation meets sustainability. Join the leading forum for packaging recycling professionals, featuring cutting-edge solutions, expert insights, and the connections you need to advance the circular economy. Secure your spot today.
Discover More
Don't miss Packaging Recycling Summit 2026
Need help with your packaging project?
We’ve done the legwork to identify and vet experienced packaging and processing consultants you can contact directly for your next project. Decades of combined experience in packaging line engineering, machinery selection, package and materials development, and food processing operations.
See your advisor options now.
Need help with your packaging project?
Products
Storopack's FOAMplus Mini stands out for its high level of protection, ensuring that products are securely cushioned.
Foam-in-place Packaging Solution
Storopack launches FOAMplus Mini: flexible foam-in-bag protection that offers quick and high protection on demand without the upfront investment.
AI Vision Development Platform
Updated Washdown Band Sealer
More Products
In Print
Packaging World May/June 2026
May/June 2026
Packaging World March/April 2026
March/April 2026
Packaging World Jan/Feb 2026
Jan/Feb 2026
Packaging World PACK EXPO EAST 2026
PACK EXPO EAST 2026
SubscribeArchives
Downloads
View More »
Hero Shot
E-commerce/D2C packaging
What Walmart, Amazon, and Google Know About the Future of Safe Package Transit
Sunrise 2027
Coding & Marking
Inside Sunrise 2027: Packaging’s Role in the Digital Shelf Revolution
Pw Rise Of End Of The Line Ebook Hero Shot Half
Downloads
Case packing and palletizing built for how you grow
803 Pmg Pharmaceutical
Industries
Pharmaceutical Innovations Report
View More »