Digital Transformation

Agreement with a U.S. FMCG Multinational for Global Serialization and Traceability Platform

Antares Vision Group partners with a U.S. multinational in consumer goods to implement a Level 4 serialization and traceability platform that will ensure end-to-end supply chain visibility and regulatory compliance for cosmetics products.

August 13, 2025

Digital Transformation

Digital Transformation

Industry 4.0 Automation Platform Elevates Client Efficiency

Impack overhauled its automation platform using B&R tools to meet the demands of modern packaging applications, boosting speed, flexibility, and support across its folder-gluer peripherals.

August 12, 2025

Digital Transformation

AI-Driven Robotics Help Cafe Spice Leap Over Labor and Line Hurdles

To meet soaring demand and labor challenges, Cafe Spice turned to AI-powered robotics. The result? Higher throughput, reduced giveaway, and smart insights—without sacrificing quality or presentation.

August 6, 2025

Digital Transformation

Autoware Joins Coesia Group

Coesia Group

Coesia acquires Autoware to expand digital transformation offerings for manufacturers.

July 25, 2025

Digital Transformation

Why IT-OT Integration is ‘Essential’ for End Users

Packaging and processing professionals note the security-based importance of integrating and investing in information technology and operational technology systems.

July 25, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: AI Chat-enabled Packaging Machine Copilots

As AI continues to grow in its capabilities and prevalence, is it time for packaging and processing equipment to come with a ChatGPT-style interface?

July 9, 2025

Labeling

New GS1 US Survey Finds Consumers Are Reviewing Food Labels More Closely as Grocery Prices Rise

GS1 US

With little relief from higher food costs, 76% of shoppers want more information to inform their purchases.

July 7, 2025

Digital Transformation

BW Converting’s Machine Learning Project Selected for Microsoft AI Co- Innovation Lab in Milwaukee

BW Converting

W Converting's Accelerate digital services initiative, focused on fault anomalies, has been chosen as a project for the Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, strengthening the company's digital transformation efforts.

July 1, 2025

Digital Transformation

Futurist's Column: Automation, Smart Packaging Shape Efficiency, Engagement

The packaging industry is undergoing a transformation in 2025, working to redefine efficiency, quality, and consumer engagement through high-speed systems, AI-driven tools, and smart, eco-friendly designs.

July 1, 2025

Digital Transformation

Packaging World Annual Outlook Report: Digitalization

Two of the first 100 submissions will win a $150 gift card. Answer 11 quick questions about digitalization.

July 1, 2025

Logistics/Supply Chain

Live at GS1: Coca-Cola’s Topo Chico Shows Packaging’s Frontline Role in 2D Barcode Ascendency

At GS1 Connect, Coca-Cola’s Ryan Vann and Schnucks’ Mike Wait shared lessons from piloting 2D barcodes on Topo Chico, revealing why the shift from 1D to 2D is a careful evolution—not a quick flip—for even the biggest brands.

June 13, 2025

Logistics/Supply Chain

Live at GS1: Wegmans On Board with 2D Barcodes; Kenvue Will be Ready

At GS1 Connect, Wegmans’ Paul Wawrzyniak revealed a supplier letter is coming on 2D barcode adoption, while Kenvue’s Prakash Christopher detailed how packaging is adapting now—signaling Sunrise 2027 is no longer distant, it’s underway.

June 12, 2025

Recycling

Live at GS1: RFID-Tagged Corrugated Gains Momentum in Recycling, EPR Compliance

Using RFID can divert from corrugated from landfill, improve PCR stock, and help with EPR complaince, according to John Dwyer, Smurfit WestRock, and Curt Schacker, Track Vision AI, at GS1 Connect 2025 in Nashville.

June 11, 2025