Productivity ranks as the top priority among surveyed CPGs and industry suppliers, according to the 2025 Embracing Operational Readiness report by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.
“Technology is playing a growing role in all aspects of industry,” says Jorge Izquierdo, VP, market development, PMMI. He explains, “Used strategically and safely, it can provide the means to create more efficient production. Companies that refine and streamline processes, develop skilled workers, and unlock the power of their IT-OT systems create an environment of operational readiness.”
Key takeaways:
· More than three-quarters (78%) of participants voted for productivity as their top priority, followed by cost and automation (both 47%). Growth (39%) and workforce (24%) also attracted significant proportions of the vote.
· According to the study, vertical startups are successful and achievable through clear communication and collaboration between OEMs and end users.
· Operator training highlights the need to account for diverse workplace realities, including language barriers, varying levels of technical skills, and high turnover rates.
· IT-OT integration explores the complexities of how end users and OEMs can work together to overcome barriers and ensure technical requirements, cybersecurity measures, and data integration needs are met.
