Timely service, knowledgeable technicians and readily available spare parts are the most important service capabilities a machinery supplier can provide, according to PMMI’s latest research study “Service Issues and Expectations.” [Read more →]
Timely Service & Knowledgeable Technicians Rank High in End Users’ Eyes, According to PMMI Research
February 2nd, 2012 · Business Intelligence
PMMI Research Identifies Mexican Packaging Market Trends
February 1st, 2012 · Business Intelligence
According to PMMI research, key trends in the Mexican packaging market include retailer calls for “custom” packaging and private label goods, sustainability, new business practices and the country’s evolving dietary habits. [Read more →]
USA Today Covers General Mills Packaging Strategies
February 1st, 2012 · Corporate News, Markettrends
USA Today recently ran a story about General Mills’ strategies for taking advantage of mobile technology with packaging. The article features insights from Chief Marketing Officer Mark Addicks, and can be found in full at USAToday.com.
Source: USA Today
Private Equity Invests in Evol
February 1st, 2012 · Corporate News, Markettrends
Private equity firm Alliance for Consumer Growth has invested in frozen food producer Evol Foods. The investment will help Evol expand its product line and the reach of its distribution.
Source: Bloomberg
Sara Lee Acquires Senseo
February 1st, 2012 · Acquisitions, Markettrends
Sara Lee Corp. has acquired the Senseo brand of coffee products from Philips.
Source: Reuters
Bel Brands to Open in South Carolina
February 1st, 2012 · Facilities, Markettrends
Cheese maker Bel Brands USA will begin construction on its third U.S. cheese plant this summer in Brookings, SC.
Source: Star Tribune
Your Customers’ Voice: No Siren Song Here
January 27th, 2012 · Chairman's Corner
There’s very little that is more important to your business’ success than listening to your customers. The customer voice is a guiding force that lets you know what you’re doing right, and even more importantly, what you need do to win business in a competitive marketplace. [Read more →]
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Enercon’s Bill Zito Scholarship Awarded to 2 Students
January 27th, 2012 · PMMI U
The Bill Zito Scholarship, established by PMMI member company Enercon Industries Corporation (Menomonee Falls, Wisc. ) and administered by the PMMI Education & Training Foundation has been awarded to two third-year packaging students: Anthony Abts, University of Wisconsin—Stout and William Wooi, Clemson University. [Read more →]
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Save The Date: PMMI’s MarketTrends Roundtable Coming to Chicago May 15-16
January 27th, 2012 · PMMI U
Understanding modern marketing tools and customer concerns can make the difference between successful strategy and a failed campaign, so PMMI’s MarketTrends Roundtable Conference (May 15-16; Chicago, Ill.) will center on the trends and technologies critical for growing your business, with the theme “Today’s Challenges…Tomorrow’s Opportunities.”
Risk Assessment Brings Machinery to Global Standards
January 27th, 2012 · PMMI U
Whether you’re hoping to increase business in North America, or looking to export markets to grow profits, risk assessment isn’t just an invaluable tool, it’s a necessity. [Read more →]
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