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Sonoco Asia (Singapore): Perry D. Smith, corporate vp; Eddie Chng, Southeast Asia regional dir.; Kevin Bryans, director, mfg. operations; Howard Coker, project mgr., Consumer Products; Robert Ferguson, regional technical coordinator, Consumer Packaging; Charles B.

Griffin, III, general mgr., Industrial Products.

The AI revolution in packaging robotics is here
Robots that see variations, adjust grip pressure automatically, accept plain-English commands, and predict their own maintenance. Discover how AI is transforming packaging operations.
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The AI revolution in packaging robotics is here
Annual Outlook Report: Workforce
Hiring remains a major challenge in packaging, with 78% struggling to fill unskilled roles and 84% lacking experienced workers. As automation grows, companies must rethink hiring and training. Download the full report for key insights.
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Annual Outlook Report: Workforce