ModusLink Corporation

MARCH 8, 2023

warehouse order picker packing and sealing cardboard box with tape for dispatch As shippers and importers, there are many factors to consider when packaging and shipping products. That includes packaging and distribution resources. Leverage Bulk Packaging Solutions to Get Lower Costs. Consider this.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 23, 2021

2] In an effort to reduce waste heading to landfills, product packaging, especially the use of plastics, has become a target. Earlier this month, “Maine Governor Janet Mills … signed the nation’s first extended producer responsibility, or EPR, law, effectively holding corporations accountable for the packaging waste they create.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 8, 2024

What are the greatest challenges and opportunities facing consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies today, and how can they maximize their chances for success? But, as demonstrated in the IDC infographic, CPG companies often feel the effects of disruption to a greater extent than other manufacturers. The answers may surprise you.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 9, 2022

5 Product Packaging Mistakes That Could Cost You Customers! This means that sloppy execution of your product packaging can turn out to be something that will completely negate all the other great things about it, which is why it is pretty important to make sure its packaging is up to the mark. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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SupplyShift

JUNE 2, 2023

With a particular focus on plastic pollution and packaging waste , this call to action is not just ethically driven, but also mandated by legislative acts like the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD), which will become an EU-wide binding rule known as the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The importance of correct packaging. Packaging is an important element that manifests its presence within all stages of the product flow. The role of traditional packaging is to protect a product against deteriorative effects caused by exposure to and usage in the external environment. The three main Packaging levels.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2022

Consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers and their end-customers constantly engage in a complicated dance that has no choreographed steps. That bodes poorly for consumer packaged goods, particularly the more expensive national brands that took share during the pandemic.”[1] ”[3]. ” Footnotes. [1]

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QAD

APRIL 6, 2021

Think of the role that packaging plays in your life. Packaging is everywhere. And as COVID-19 has changed the world permanently in so many ways, from how we live to how we work, it has changed packaging too. Here’s how packaging manufacturing has evolved during the pandemic. we handle every day. Digital is Here to Stay.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Now, more than ever, companies and countries are looking at their overall carbon footprint and trying to establish a path to be more environmentally friendly. And even looking at those companies that perform in the 75 th percentile, that number is not much higher. The third reason to address sustainability is to increase profitability.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

RRD Supply Chain Solutions offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes solution design, print, packaging & labeling, sourcing, configuring, postponement & fulfillment. They offer a suite of services specifically for the life science sector, including solution design, packaging, and fulfillment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 7, 2021

5 Reasons Ecommerce Companies Fail with Paige Fitzgerald. Paige Fitzgerald and Joe Lynch discuss the 5 reasons ecommerce companies fail. In her role at Fulfyld , Paige works closely with ecommerce companies and she has learned why they fail (and succeed). Key Takeaways: 5 Reasons Ecommerce Companies Fail. About Fulfyld.

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QAD

AUGUST 25, 2020

Consumers realize they can influence brands to “do the right thing” for the environment, so companies that don’t pursue sustainability strategies will be increasingly left behind. . Packaging manufacturers have done a good job of embracing some of the 5Rs of sustainability such as reducing and reformatting.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 6, 2020

One of the unexpected consequences of the pandemic is a new appreciation by consumers for shelf-stable foods and other consumer packaged goods (CPG) products. The pandemic, she writes, “has given CPG companies a chance to ‘walk the talk.’ ”[1] The first impact felt by the CPG industry was panic buying.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 7, 2023

This report’s byline begins: “ Increasingly, (however), under a weighty combination of commercial and political pressure, foreign companies are beginning to pluck up the courage if not to leave China entirely, then at least look beyond it for growth.” billion in population will be the linchpin of an alternative sourced Asian supply network.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2023

As I have written about before, supply chain sustainability , or the notion of going green, is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall carbon footprint and look for ways to be more environmentally friendly. However, for top performing companies, these percentages jump to 52 percent and 60 percent respectively.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The notion of going green is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall environmental impact and search for ways to be more sustainable. So, what can companies do to get started on a sustainability journey? Second, companies can compare themselves to other entities in the same market to see how they are performing.

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Logility

JUNE 30, 2021

But this is not the time to fall into the trap of overhyped technology that promises the same capabilities in a different package. Wondering why a company would pick a midmarket supply chain platform over a wide range of big-name, large-scale software providers? Finding alternate sourcing and using excess stock.

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EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Why You Should Choose Companies with Green Supply Chains. There is no denying that companies with green supply chains are becoming more and more the norm. It also contributes to reducing a company’s carbon footprint, which makes it more attractive to consumers. Is packaging and delivery eco-friendly?

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Ita is the Co-founder and CEO of Veho , a company dedicated to driving commerce forward with a customer-centric delivery and returns experience that’s built for the modern era. About Itamar Zur Itamar Zur founded Veho based on the belief that getting a package should be a pleasure.

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SupplyShift

AUGUST 20, 2021

Roughly 40% of all produced plastic is for single-use plastic packaging, and 5.25 Measuring plastics needs to be a specific part of companies’ sustainability approaches—what can be measured and how? In fact, almost 60% of consumers surveyed said that they were less likely to buy a heavily packaged product.

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SupplyShift

AUGUST 20, 2021

Roughly 40% of all produced plastic is for single-use plastic packaging, and 5.25 Measuring plastics needs to be a specific part of companies’ sustainability approaches—what can be measured and how? Nearly three-fourths of consumers are willing to pay more for products that use sustainable packaging.

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Kinaxis

JULY 21, 2017

by Dr. Madhav Durbha In my recent conversations with the CPG industry executives, regardless of the company, there are several common themes and trends that bubble up. Private labels have gotten better with packaging and presentation, in addition to value for money. I will review some of these in this blog.

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SupplyPike

JUNE 15, 2020

Learn about: The definition of consumer packaged goods The types of CPGs What the CPG marketplace looks like Top trends in the CPG industry. Consumer packaged goods (CPG) describe merchandise that has to be reloaded frequently, as opposed to items that can be replenished after longer durations. The CPG marketplace. Purpose-led brands.

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Resilinc

MAY 31, 2022

Electrical machinery and electronics is Malaysia’s largest export category, and the nation of 33 million people is an important source of assembly, test, and packaging (ATP) for the semiconductor industry. But losing economical sources of palm oil and rubber products could have serious impacts on revenue and margins.

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ShipBob

APRIL 22, 2020

When it comes to understanding how customers interact with ecommerce brands, packaging is by far one of the most ubiquitous elements. This is great for business, but with all of this spending online comes another cost: more packaging waste, and therefore a growing environmental impact. What is eco-friendly packaging?

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2020

The Coronavirus pandemic has raised concerns over China sourcing, accelerating the trend in businesses around the world seeking secondary sourcing countries. Why SMEs May Lead a Shift Away from China Sourcing. It’s more likely then, that smaller, more ‘nimble’ businesses will lead any accelerated trend away from China sourcing.

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QAD

MARCH 8, 2022

It’s no surprise that Snack Food and Wholesale Bakery magazine is calling ERP “essential for snack and bakery companies” in a recent article, “ Snack and bakery companies search for new and improved ERP software ”. Fluctuations in consumer preferences, such as plant-based options, healthier foods and locally sourced products.

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The Network Effect

MARCH 25, 2016

As I mentioned in a recent post, Total Disruption on the Horizon , many companies are becoming increasingly disillusioned with traditional enterprise software, because it is inherently enterprise-centric, and can not adapt to meet the challenges of today’s supply chain and consumer behavior. Is There a Better Way?

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 31, 2023

This could have important strategic implications for retailers and F&B companies, including pricing strategies, marketing, promotion, product mixes and volume expectations. Some examples of ready-to-eat and ready-to-drink products include pre-packaged salads, protein bars and energy drinks. What is an example of sustainable food?

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 14, 2023

Bulu Box has since evolved alongside the ecommerce industry, diversifying its offerings to include a software company, and partnering with major retail brands like American Express, BuzzFeed, Clorox, Disney, Pepsi, and Scotts Miracle-Gro to create “Private-Label Subscription Box” programs.

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Jaggaer

AUGUST 18, 2020

Some 48 active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) vital to the pharma supply chain are sourced from the central province of Hubei. View our recent webinar and learn how Italian pharmaceutical company Angelini navigated through supply chain disruption. How can companies mitigate such supply risk?

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 27, 2016

Reusable packaging may be the one most effective way you can manage your costs better. It seems that no matter what industry you are in there is more and more buzz about the advantages of using reusable packaging and rightfully so. Reusable packaging goes far beyond just reducing packaging costs. The Evidence.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 13, 2023

He has lost approximately $182 billion since November 2021, as estimated by Forbes, although other sources suggest that it could actually be closer to $200 billion. Frozen dairy manufacturers reduce packaging footprint. According to a company announcement, Walmart completed more than 6,000 drone deliveries in 2022.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

That includes the workers processing and packaging your beloved chicken nuggets. Labor shortages, lack of truck drivers, and shortages of packaging materials like plastic, paper, and aluminum are all contributing to the slowdowns. Image source: Google Trends, as of Feb. Image source: 9 News Twitter. Image source: Mashed.

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Provenance

JUNE 1, 2020

Aim to source 100% certified RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil). Sourcing palm oil responsibly and sustainably is nuanced and can be complex. As you work towards 100% of your sourcing being certified, engage with the debate and industry best practices to inform a clear policy and strategy. Get to know your supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2023

She has a background in journalism and a diverse resume of experience in many communications roles for companies like the Medical University of South Carolina, Amazon, and a major non-profit in the city of Charleston, SC. Its readership includes growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers, packagers, and grocers.

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

With DELMIA, Consumer Packaged goods – Retail (CPG-R) companies can improve their global and local supply chains’ visibility, synchronization, and flexibility. A company can benefit from supply chain network optimization by improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of its supply chain processes.

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