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Women in Supply Chain Award Paves Way for Future Female Logistics Leaders

These women are doing remarkable things for their communities, organizations and teams and are paving the way for future young female leaders to be a part of an industry that’s making a difference. Thank you to this year's sponsors.

Top Tech Startup Award: AI-Powered Startups Address Today's Supply Chain Challenges

Many of today's AI-powered startups address these challenges with dashboards, cloud-based solutions, data analytics, optimized offerings, real-time visibility, procurement systems and more.

As devastating and cumbersome as some of these disruptions can be, the supply chain always wins in the end.

State of the Industry: Why Supply Chains Always Win in the End

What a time to work in the supply chain industry. Don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom. Regardless of the challenges many of today’s cold food chains face, supply chains always win in the end.

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How Converting to Reusable Packaging Impacts an Entire Enterprise

Alex Hempel, senior director of retail supply chain VST, ORBIS Corporation, talks about the importance of converting to reusable packaging.

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Food & Beverage Packaging Regulations: Navigating Compliance with a Digital Thread

Adhering to the upcoming regulations requires the development of a comprehensive digital ecosystem that facilitates the integration of information across production processes.

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Making Great Strides in Removing PFAS in Frozen Food Packaging

Removing PFAS from feedstocks, products and packaging is inconvenient and can be costly, but doing so ensures a PFAS-free future.

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Alliance for Sustainable Packaging for Foods Aims to Reduce Packaging Waste

The alliance prioritizes engagement with the ongoing interinstitutional negotiations in the EU on the revision of applicable packaging and packaging waste rules, and the P2 and other packaging-related regulatory developments in Canada.

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Why Improved Traceability is Key to Combating Counterfeiting

Through the use of secure coding and marking devices, which leverage laser and spray technologies to print on almost any surface, businesses can create unique product identifiers for improved visibility along the supply chain.

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Navigating Supply Chain Management in an ESG Era

By embracing the green frontier, food and beverage businesses can forge a path toward a more equitable, environmentally conscious, and resilient future.

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The Case for Packaging Sustainability in Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Companies that promote sustainability throughout their operations will be better positioned to succeed and compete in an environmentally conscious marketplace.

Women in Supply Chain: CHEP’s Tiffany Mensen’s Path Yet Taken

Tiffany Mensen, director of national accounts for CHEP U.S. and this year's overall Women in Supply Chain winner, talks collaboration, continued learning, purpose and passion for the supply chain.

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How Traceability Accelerates the Circular Plastic Economy

Corporations have the power and responsibility now to lead the transition by reducing their reliance on virgin plastic and using recycled plastic in their products, packaging, and business operations to accelerate the circular economy.

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Linerless and Lean Labeling’s Role in Sustainable Manufacturing

Since a barcode label is required 100% of the time on every item/product within the supply chain, linerless labeling and lean labeling can very quickly help companies achieve goals around sustainability.

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Life-Cycle Assessment Tool Underscores Benefits of Switching to Reusable Packaging

Using the ORBIS PLCA tool, ORBIS experts analyze their customers’ systems, design a solution and execute a reusable packaging program for longer-term cost savings and to meet and exceed their sustainability initiatives and goals.

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Transforming Food Waste into Resources

An equitable food system would mean reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved biodiversity and increased food security and nutrition.

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Extended Producer Responsibility in Cold Food Chain

While many businesses keep reinventing the wheel and trying to devise ways of doing things and doing them badly, the EPR approach has been tried and tested worldwide.

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Consumers Show Increased Consideration of Environmental Impact When Making Food Choices

42% of consumers believe producers are most responsible for driving faster adoption of environmentally friendly changes.

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How Collaboration Can Reduce Environmental Impact

From how goods are packaged and transported to which materials can be reused or recycled, food manufacturers have a unique opportunity to influence how the broader market approaches environmentally friendly initiatives.

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New Laws All Over the World for EPR Packaging

Andorra, Italy, France, Spain, Greece and the Netherlands are all starting the year off with new EPR packaging laws in 2023.

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Reducing Plastic in Online Shopping is Next Frontier for Brands

Replacing single-use plastics for shipping with compostable packaging will go a long way to squashing shipping’s impact on the environment.

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The Rise of Healthier Food Options and Sustainable Packaging

Healthier options and sustainable production and packaging will top the list in 2023.

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Growing Need for Recent Supply Chain Policies and Further Federal Action Post-Pandemic

Industry input prices and demand remain above pre-pandemic levels, exposing a need for supply chain policies and even further federal action to be taken.

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How to Prepare for More Sustainable Packaging Regulations Coming in 2023

While it is anticipated that costs will come down with greater adoption and increased supply, new state sustainable packaging regulations are likely to bring with increased expenses in the short term. Here are three ways to get ready.

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How a Virtual Twin Changes the Cold Foods Packaging Game

Virtual twin technology helps companies develop better packaging and support the circular economy. Is it time to change your cold food packaging game?

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Trends Driving the Importance of Sustainable Warehousing

In working with the right partners, food and beverage companies can increase their sustainable practices throughout the warehouse to lessen their environmental footprint.

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Hybrid Packaging Boosts Food and Beverage Sustainability

Hybrid packaging uses multiple package formats to reduce weight, increase functionality and optimize the “end of life,” thus making packaging more sustainable.

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How Producers Become Leaders in Sustainable Plant-Based Operations

Industry leaders have the opportunity to take advantage of the vibrant plant-based market and take steps to meet sustainability goals by incorporating several principles into their operations.

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How Reclosable Flexible Packaging Benefits Poultry Market

Advancements in reclosable flexible packaging technologies can offer brands the benefit of reduced waste, increased product protection and a better consumer experience.

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E-Commerce Pushes Changes in CPG Packaging

In the past, food was never thought of as something to buy online. But now, everything is different which means packaging needs to adapt.

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McDonald's Shareholders Push for New Plan on Plastic Packaging

A little under half of McDonald's shareholders pledged support for a filing by non-profit shareholder advocacy group As You Sow. A proposed resolution from the group lists actions specific to the fast food retailer that can help reduce its pollution.

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How Carbon Labeling Can Reduce Food Industry's Carbon Footprint

For CPGs, food manufacturers and logistics teams looking to get involved in sustainability but unsure where to start, carbon labeling is a great first step.

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Circular Economy Starts Local

Since globalization created numerous disruption in the supply chain and sustainability, it's no surprise a new local program from MBOLD coalition launches a circular economy for flexible films.

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Foodservice Growth, Plastics Bans Incites Kari-Out's Latest Acquisition

Kari-Out aims to ride the increase in takeout and foodservice market with an acquisition of Paper Bags USA, investing in a future-proof strategy.