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Join us for an insightful presentation titled “A Journey from Supplier to Strategic Partner,” where we explore the transformative journey from a conventional vendor relationship to a strategic partnership with Esko. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of how sharing core values and demonstrating an aligned vision can significantly enhance a partnership.

Join us for an immersive session as we showcase the transformative capabilities of Esko WebCenter, a cutting-edge solution designed to revolutionize packaging artwork management. Through a live demonstration, attendees will witness firsthand how Esko WebCenter streamlines workflows, enhances collaboration, and brings unprecedented control to the packaging lifecycle.

In this presentation, Mintel’s Global Packaging Insights Director, Benjamin Punchard, will explore how packaging innovation is taking center stage, as:

• Rising costs and supply chain chaos make brands more cautious, focusing on renovations rather than risky new launches. Instead, brands are leaning into packaging to stay fresh.
• The European Commission’s PPWR comes into force, driving high recycled content expectations and a future where all packaging is reusable or recyclable.
• Consumers demand more functionality, think easy-to-use, freshness-preserving, and convenient designs, while sustainability has shifted from a selling point to a baseline expectation.
• AI enters packaging design, optimizing for material use and supply chains, while boosting the consumer experience through the potential for personalized, premium experiences

This session promises valuable insights for professionals seeking to enhance their packaging management practices. Whether you are embarking on a new digital journey or refining existing processes, our Packaging Maturity Model offers a strategic roadmap for transitioning from uncertainty to comprehensive control. Participants will be invited to discuss their unique positions within the digital maturity model.

Esko Category Specialists & Antony Conway

• Enhancing traceability throughout the supply chain to manage risks effectively
• Implementing circular economy practices to promote sustainability
• The Role of Technology in Green Supply Chains
• Strategies to prevent unintentional greenwashing
• Improving Operational Efficiency for Sustainability