Business Management - Industry Trends

Print Drives America Foundation to Launch at PRINT 17
August 29, 2017 at 9:53 am

Printing Industries Alliance will officially kick-off its Print Drives America Foundation at PRINT 17, Sunday, September 10. Print Drives America Foundation is a print advocacy initiative registered as a 501(c) (3) charitable organization. Marty Maloney, the executive VP of the Printing Industries Alliance, will take on the additional role of executive director of the Foundation.

Constantia Flexibles Provides Insight on Global Packaging Trends
August 29, 2017 at 9:15 am

Traditions, cultures, habits and economic conditions around the world have an impact on the products people consume and how they are packaged. Constantia Flexibles offers a look into how packaging differs in various regions of the globe.

Flexo's Place in Packaging's Future
August 22, 2017 at 9:55 am

packagePRINTING's recent webinar, "21st Century Flexo: Conventional Printing’s Place in Packaging’s Future," focused on flexography's growing strength. A leading flexo expert and a representative from a company that has invested in the latest flexo technology provided insight into the recent developments in the technology.

FINAT to Help Drive Label Industry Agenda at Labelexpo Europe
August 14, 2017 at 4:51 pm

At what will be the largest ever Labelexpo, FINAT, the international label association, will be promoting the future of the label industry through educational events, the release of a European Digital Label Study, promoting sustainability, and more.

Express Your Individuality With 'Pick Your Pepper' Packaging Campaign
August 8, 2017 at 10:13 am

Dr Pepper has launched its "Pick Your Pepper" campaign for the second summer in a row, which features hundreds of label designs for the consumer to choose from. Although the label designs lead the campaign, consumers can also download limited edition Snapchat filters and choose from dozens of t-shirts as a prize for purchasing the sweet beverage.

Digital Packaging Summit Announces Domino, HP, Mark Andy and Xeikon as Keynote Sponsors
August 4, 2017 at 11:37 am

Domino, HP, Mark Andy and Xeikon have joined the 2017 Digital Packaging Summit as keynote sponsors. The Digital Packaging Summit, held from Oct. 23-25 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., is a hosted, invitation-only conference for package and label converters seeking information on how digital printing technology will impact their business and investment decisions.

State of the Industry: Labels
August 1, 2017 at 12:06 pm

For label producers who can adapt to the evolving packaging industry, the state of the label segment presents both a positive and profitable environment. But those who are resistant to creative experimentation or new production technologies could find themselves lagging behind the competition.

InterTech Awards Offer Glimpse of Industry's Future
August 1, 2017 at 9:48 am

The InterTech Technology Awards, presented annually by the Printing Industries of America, honor the latest printing technologies that are poised to have a lasting impact on the industry moving forward. This year's winners provided a look at the key technologies impacting packaging's future.

How to Craft Sales Success Through Packaging Design
August 1, 2017 at 9:02 am

Selling effective packaging requires more than just high-quality print. Four experts in package printing weigh in on the importance of understanding design trends, helping brands express their messaging and how to work together with suppliers and designers.

Heidelberg Details Future Direction at Annual General Meeting
July 28, 2017 at 4:40 pm

Heidelberg hosted its Annual General Meeting, in which the Management Board discussed the company’s strategy and the figures for the past financial year with the shareholders. CEO Rainer Hundsdörfer presented “Heidelberg goes Digital!” in his speech, outlining the future direction for Heidelberg.