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Coca-Cola's 'one brand' packaging drives sales in early market rollouts
This campaign may have worked so far in markets like Spain, Mexico, and northern Europe, but packaging will only take soda so far.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 17, 2016 -
Nutrition Facts update 'a strategic opportunity, not just an imposed burden'
The label update is an opportunity to "(go) beyond simple compliance to deliver a real brand advantage," Carol Best, vice president of client engagement at SGK, told Packaging Digest.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 16, 2016 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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Manufacturers can find opportunities to boost ROI through analytic approach to operations
Opportunities to improve ROI may come through the same operational analysis to meet FSMA requirements.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2016 -
USDA
Michelle Obama reveals updated Nutrition Facts label amid industry controversy
The labels will include added sugar information and recommendations for the first time.
By David Oliver • May 20, 2016 -
Report: Executive level subjective decision-making thwarts packaging design process
More than half of CPG professionals (51%) said subjective decision-making was their primary complaint about the design process.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 18, 2016 -
How juice wastewater could be a viable beverage packaging solution
Being able to repurpose waste created during processing could mean an economic boost.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 5, 2016 -
Packaging innovations that can shrink manufacturers' environmental impact
Aside from materials, packaging shape and design can also make a difference in reducing waste.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 5, 2016 -
More than a feeling: How sensory details can help — and hurt — packaging strategies
Whether consumers will respond favorably to sensory "surprises" all depends on the brand's perceived personality.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 4, 2016 -
Packaging teams busy preparing for VT GMO labeling legislation
Until the GMO labeling changes are finalized, product development becomes a top priority for packaging engineers.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 27, 2016 -
Deep Dive
5 reasons why SmartLabel will — and won't — guarantee effective food industry transparency
While transparency drives fervent discussion across the food industry, it is evident a be-all-end-all solution does not exist.
By David Oliver • April 21, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Positioned for success: How manufacturers stand out in a crowded marketplace
"Not every NASCAR fan is particularly a Busch drinker, but how do we use the platform to reach a broader audience?" asked a senior director of U.S. value brands at AB InBev.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 7, 2016 -
Making the case for investments in packaging design
Experts say packaging can communicate emotion and relevance to consumers as they make purchase decisions.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 7, 2016 -
The Internet of Things: How manufacturers balance risks and rewards
Internal connectivity can improve efficiency and product quality, but it comes at a security risk for company data.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 4, 2016 -
USDA partners with 11 universities in $5.2M nanotechnology research
Projects include improved monitoring throughout the supply chain by cost-effectively detecting foodborne pathogens.
By Carolyn Heneghan • April 4, 2016 -
Del Monte, Campbell to discontinue BPA use in packaging
Del Monte is also expanding its non-GMO portfolio after finding non-GMO alternatives for added ingredients like sweeteners and flavorings that were originally derived from GM corn and soybeans.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 29, 2016 -
Pros and cons of adopting industrial robotics in food, beverage industry
The growth of robots in food and beverage manufacturing is outpacing traditional industries like automotive and electronics.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 28, 2016 -
Cool options sought for hot e-commerce chocolate market
Manufacturers want to boost online selling options, but must find a way around higher shipping and packaging costs especially with a consumer base that expects free shipping on small orders.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 27, 2016 -
Food safety, use of fresh ingredients elevate demand for advanced packaging
The increased use of high-pressure processing and other methods are also creating new packaging considerations for manufacturers.
By Carolyn Heneghan • March 9, 2016 -
UPDATE: GMO labeling bill going to complete Senate, following 14-6 bipartisan committee vote
Democrats demanding mandatory labeling will still be difficult to win over to get this bill passed by the full Senate.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 29, 2016 -
Why the Senate GMO labeling bill faces a stalemate
Concerns about costs and voter perceptions may cause legislators to hesitate.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 23, 2016 -
How researchers use shrimp shells to create packaging that doubles shelf life
Whether the innovation could be scaled to meet manufacturers' needs is unclear.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Confusion over 'clean label' definition throws manufacturers' use of term into question
More than one-third of consumers across the globe don't know the meaning of "clean label," yet another issue the industry faces as trends develop.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 22, 2016 -
As GMO labeling bill introduced in Senate, GMA faces $14M lawsuit from WA attorney general
The legislation resembles the House's bill passed last year, but will this bill make it through the Senate before Vermont's labeling law kicks in this summer?
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 21, 2016 -
Legislation for 'sell by' national standard could reduce food waste, but at a cost
Labeling overhauls are likely to increase costs related to new labels and research to determine new dates to meet the national standard.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 19, 2016 -
Bottled water posts strong growth; how long will pattern continue?
Soda's reign as top U.S. beverage may be coming to an end, though environmental concerns could impact bottled water consumption.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 15, 2016
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