Kick off 2026 with a competitive edge at PACK EXPO East. Register now!
Get a jump on your 2026 goals at PACK EXPO East. Put projects in motion, accelerate timelines and solve challenges—all in one trip to Philadelphia.

PMMI's Free Standards and Awareness Course

Three lessons cover the fundamentals and importance of standards, including their purpose and the development processes that contribute to their publication.

Learn standards development organizations, their roles, geographical reach and inner workings.
Learn standards development organizations, their roles, geographical reach and inner workings.

Designed by PMMI and with support from The International Trade Administration, this free course walks participants through the fundamentals and importance of standards engagement and the development process. The course’s three modules will increase your team’s awareness and knowledge of U.S. and international standards, explain the U.S. and ISO standards development process and show you how your company can participate in the development of ANSI and ISO standards.

  • Standards Development Module 1:
    • What standards are?
    • Why standards are important?
    • The difference between National and International standards
    • Why you need to be involved in standards development as a manufacturer

Get a jump on your 2026 packaging & processing goals at PACK EXPO East.
Be the first to find what’s next in packaging & processing at PACK EXPO East. See new solutions from 500 exhibitors, uncover creative ideas for 40+ verticals and gain inspiration from free sessions on industry trends—all in one trip to Philadelphia.
REGISTER NOW & SAVE
Get a jump on your 2026 packaging & processing goals at PACK EXPO East.
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.
Download Now
Annual Outlook Report: Workforce