Packaging World

2 weeks ago | packworld.com | Matt Reynolds

TrendsLogistics/Supply ChainAt GS1 Connect, Wegmans’ Paul Wawrzyniak revealed a supplier letter is coming on 2D barcode adoption, while Kenvue’s Prakash Christopher detailed how packaging is adapting now—signaling Sunrise 2027 is no longer distant, it’s underway. Jun 12, 2025Kenvue products are adopting 2D barcodes alongside traditional 1D GTIN.

2 weeks ago | packworld.com | Matt Reynolds

TrendsLogistics/Supply ChainAt GS1 Connect, leaders from Walmart, Conagra, and The Fishin’ Co. explored how FSMA 204 is reshaping traceability—and why packaging lines, labelers, and data systems must evolve to meet new retailer and regulatory demands. Jun 11, 2025Walmart associate handling fresh food. Walmart Media LibraryWhen the world’s largest retailer puts traceability at the center of its food safety strategy, the entire industry pays attention.

2 weeks ago | packworld.com | Matt Reynolds

TrendsLogistics/Supply ChainAt GS1 Connect, Dillard’s CTO Chuck Lasley made it clear: Sunrise 2027 and the move to 2D barcodes won't be optional. Even though they don't sell in Dillard's, brands like Unilever and P&G know the time to rethink on-pack data strategy—for compliance with retail mandates and competitive edge—is now. Dillard's won't be the only retailer asking for this; Walmart and Safeway are likely to, as well.

2 weeks ago | packworld.com | Matt Reynolds

Sustainable PackagingRecyclingUsing RFID can divert from corrugated from landfill, improve PCR stock, and help with EPR complaince, according to John Dwyer, Smurfit WestRock, and Curt Schacker, Track Vision AI, at GS1 Connect 2025 in Nashville. Jun 11, 2025In a future where packaging is as smart as the products it protects, RFID is quietly reshaping how supply chains operate—and how brands approach their sustainability obligations.

2 weeks ago | packworld.com | Matt Reynolds

TrendsLogistics/Supply ChainAt GS1 Connect, Dillard’s CTO Chuck Lasley made it clear: Sunrise 2027 and the move to 2D barcodes won't be optional. Even though they don't sell in Dillard's, brands like Unilever and P&G know the time to rethink on-pack data strategy—for compliance with retail mandates and competitive edge—is now. Dillard's won't be the only retailer asking for this; Walmart and Safeway are likely to, as well.