Operational Excellence

David Lewis Appointed Vice President of Packaging for Afflink, LLC

Lewis was appointed vice president of packaging following the promotion of former vice president, Michael Wilson, the company’s new president and CEO.

September 6, 2023

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Material handling

What Does a DSCSA Stabilization Period Mean?

From the HDA Traceability Seminar: FDA announced a DSCSA stabilization period through Nov. 2024 but is urging all trading partners not to take their feet off the gas. Consistent work will be needed from trading partners throughout the next 15 months.

September 1, 2023

Operational Excellence

Outlook of Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation

Packaging stakeholders should take part in extended producer responsibility legislation development to ensure long-term efficiency.

August 31, 2023

Operational Excellence

Kenya: Land of Packaging Opportunity

Kenya’s packaging market holds immense growth potential, valued at about $585 million as of September 2021.

August 30, 2023

Operational Excellence

How Procter & Gamble Preps for PACK EXPO Success

Procter & Gamble’s Ervin Hardee explains how he strategizes for maximum success at major events like the upcoming PACK EXPO Las Vegas.

August 29, 2023

Operational Excellence

Bottled Water Continues to Make a Splash

Bottled water’s total volume sold in 2022 was 15.9 billion gal, its highest volume ever, surpassing carbonated soft drinks for the seventh year in a row.

August 4, 2023

Podcasts

unPACKed podcast: Mexico's Packaging Machinery Growth

Listen as MILA Managing Director Luis Domenech discusses the driving forces behind the remarkable growth in Mexico's packaging machinery market.

August 25, 2023

Operational Excellence

Pharma Packaging Expert Warns Against TikTok Tic Tac Travel Hack

Pharmaceutical packaging firm Origin urges travelers not to adopt travel hack as popularized on social media platform.

August 23, 2023

Operational Excellence

Gains in Compostable Packaging Popularity Ahead

Compostable packaging should rise in popularity in the next decade, but the U.S. needs to improve infrastructure to accommodate.

August 23, 2023

Operational Excellence

AI in Packaging to Reach $6 Billion by the End of 2033

AI’s role in packaging is set to soar, as it enhances quality control, aids in supply chain management, and advise on packaging design, but cost, security, and ethics concerns must be addressed.

August 22, 2023

Operational Excellence

Specific Machine and Production Environment Standards

Specific machine and production environment standards may apply to machines like conveyors and robots, or to industries that require hygienic design.

August 17, 2023

Operational Excellence

Mondelēz on Trade Show Machine Procurement Strategy

John Walker, senior director, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Infrastructure Investment at Mondelēz Europe GmbH, talks with Packaging World about how he approaches big industry trade shows, what new tech is on his radar, and more.

August 16, 2023

Operational Excellence

Packaging Executives offer Intuitive Automation Advice

Companies are struggling to simplify machine operation, but those who have been successful have advice on implementing intuitive automation.

August 11, 2023