Partners and Suppliers Quickie Survey Results, published by PMMI – The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies in March 2019, examines supplier expectations among member companies across annual sales bands and regional footprints. The analysis, drawn from a brief membership survey, indicates supplier selection centers on previous experience, industry‑leading delivery times, and the ability to customize, while service and responsiveness — including 24‑hour replies and regular onsite visits — form a second focus area. A third set of focus areas covers sourcing channels and relationship cadence, from local distributors to direct manufacturers, and the value proposition of post‑sale support such as technical drawings, training, and installation. The report reveals where engineering teams are prioritizing investments to strengthen operational resilience.
Published by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies in March 2019. Based on a member “Quickie” survey of 66 respondents (≈7% of ~890 members) collected March 2019.
