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Three Keys to Bring Equipment Online Rapidly & Efficiently

One enduring challenge in the packaging and processing industry, albeit one that has evolved somewhat with the introduction of sustainability considerations, is rapidly and efficiently bringing equipment online while also considering long-term sustainability.
PMMI’s new white paper, “2025 Performance Optimization: Insights for Packaging Line Readiness,” tackles this very topic, distilling the 2025 Top to Top Summit’s collaborative insights into a three-phase roadmap designed to help OEMs and CPGs align on startup success. These phases—Vertical Startups, Operator Training, and IT-OT Integration—form a cohesive strategy that goes beyond equipment performance and into the heart of operational readiness. The report underscores a simple truth: packaging performance hinges not just on machinery, but on people, processes, and communication.
