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Productivity top of mind for CPG, industry suppliers

PMMI report says productivity is top of mind for CPG, industry suppliers
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BY: Lily Cota

Lily Cota

HERNDON, VA — To stay ahead of the curve and provide the industry with key recommendations for production optimization, PMMI, the association for packaging and processing technologies, released a new report on achieving operational efficiency.

Titled “2025 Embracing Operational Readiness,” the report revealed that productivity ranks as the top priority among CPG and industry suppliers.

The report summarizes key issues, industry insights and recommendations from PMMI’s 2025 Top to Top Summit, held this past February. The summit served as a platform for OEMs and CPG companies to exchange perspectives, address shared challenges and collaborate on practical solutions.

“Technology is playing a growing role in all aspects of industry,” said Jorge Izquierdo, VP of market development at PMMI. “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.”

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The report showed that 78% of participants voted for productivity as their top priority, followed by cost and automation (both 47%). Growth (39%) and workforce (24%) also ranked highly among participants.

The importance given to automation aligns with the three phases explored at the summit: vertical startups, operator training and IT-OT integration.

Vertical startups

The report findings suggest vertical startups are successful and achievable through clear communication and collaboration between OEMs and end users. Participants provided specific details about strategies for effective training, such as digital tools, follow-up assessments, automated systems, tailored learning formats, digital solutions that include AI-driven troubleshooting, interactive manuals and augmented reality.

Operator training

This phase highlights the need to account for diverse workplace realities, including language barriers, varying levels of technical skills and high turnover rates amid workforce shortages. A focus on people-centric training allows operators to minimize performance fluctuations across different shifts.

IT-OT integration

By prioritizing real-time data visibility, secure infrastructure and early stakeholder involvement, companies can achieve seamless IT-OT integration, future-proof their operations and avoid costly setbacks. For many CPG companies, justifying an IT-OT investment remains a key challenge. To be successful, they must balance short-term, tangible benefits — such as cost savings, reduced downtime, and immediate ROI — with long-term advantages, including a scalable, future-proof solution that enhances automation, provides real-time insights, and optimizes production processes.

Visit the PMMI website to learn more about the report.

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