The Nutri-score... Do you already have it on the packaging? Or do you plan to do it? Then be sure to read on. Indeed, the Nutri-Score algorithm has changed. And that can have quite a few consequences for your brand and packaging.
Some consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the footprint of their food: of the impact on the environment and climate, but also of the impact on their own health. They are placing increasing demands on how food is produced. This also applies to packaging. Consumers want more...
A product recall... Whew.. you really don't want that on anyone. 😱 A recall is not only very annoying for your customers, but also a costly and time-consuming affair for your company. And it can seriously damage your company's image. So be prepared.
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A Product Information Management System (PIM) is software that allows you to manage all your product information in one place and then share it efficiently across platforms and through multiple sales channels. And that's handy, because the amount of product data is increasing rapidly. Consumers want to be more and ...
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As you know, designing and developing a product requires a lot of product information. Technical specifications, pricing information, materials, ingredients, etc. With a PDM system, you can manage all this product data in one place and make it accessible to everyone who needs it, during the...
Consumer demand in the food retail sector has changed significantly in recent years. Instead of just paying attention to the price and quality of food products, consumers are now more interested in aspects such as sustainability, health and convenience.As a result, specialty stores and shops should...
It's that time of year again to look back on what happened. We started 2022 with positive news. The world is slowly opening up again. This in turn means more opportunities for production and commerce. Unfortunately, positivism quickly came to an end. The backlog in production is due to the c...
Companies in the food sector are often asked to guarantee that their products are made in a social and environmentally friendly way. One major reason is consumers' growing concern about the impact of their purchases on the planet and the people who live on it.
You have an artwork management tool but you can't access your data anymore. This means quite a bit. Whatever the cause. A technical failure, loss of data, theft, or bankruptcy of the software provider. The consequences can range from discomfort and loss of productivity to financial damage and re...
We all know that packaging is one of the most important parts of your product. The packaging not only protects the product during transport and storage, it is also the perfect place to show your brand to consumers. In addition, the information on the packaging must comply with the legal...
Packaging tells the story of your brand and product. Through the packaging, you communicate what the brand stands for and what consumers can expect from the product. Packaging contributes to consumers' brand experience and is an essential part of brand communication.
Information security is an important priority. Data about customers and processes must of course be protected with the utmost care. Everyone knows that a hack can result in enormous (financial and image) damage. Data is unreachable and processes come to a standstill. So how do you go about it...
The government has followed up the Agreement on Improving Product Composition. Since 2022, the new National Approach to Product Improvement (NAPV) has been in effect. This approach should make it easier for consumers to choose healthy food. And to ensure that fewer people are overweight or who are overweight...
A package has certain fixed parts. The product name, brand name, any images and legal information are a fixed part of packaging design. Nowadays, all kinds of logos are also added. For example, the Better Life Label, the Meadow Milk Logo, and nowadays we see...
For consumers, it should become clearer what kind of bread is really on the shelf. The bread will therefore look different when it comes to names and labels. According to the new rules, each bread must clearly state which type of bread it concerns. White, brown or peoples and especially what it's made of...
Shortage of raw materials and sharp price increases The food industry is struggling with scarcity and high prices of raw materials such as coffee, grains, sugar and vegetable oils. As a result, making products with the usual raw materials is increasingly complicated and has consequences for prices made...
Summer is finally here, time for a vacation! Great when you're away yourself, but taking over a colleague's work for a few weeks can cause frustration. You may not have received any consideration and have been searching in different mailboxes for weeks for the latest status of...
As a food manufacturer and/or retailer, you are always vigilant when it comes to preventing a recall. However, this can happen to the best. Whether it's a production error, an incorrect expiration date, or an error on the label, updating packaging is now regularly recommended...
Does your company already work with GS1 Data Source? This central data source, where suppliers and manufacturers can publish and share product data with retailers and wholesalers, is on the rise. For example, retailers in the gardening and animal sector want to use the GS1 Data Source as the only data source by the...