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Haven’t read our latest industry report? It’s not too late! Check out Trends & Insights: Optimizing Food and Beverage Manufacturing Facilities here: https://hubs.la/Q02F5cwt0 #manufacturing

New products taking over the alcoholic beverage category are non-carbonated ready to drink options. Similar to our favorite seltzers—but without the bubbles—these drinks offer numerous sought-after benefits: hydration, no acid reflux, and often less alcohol. Learn more about this trend from VinePair: https://hubs.la/Q02DWMN60

Despite the high prices of food items, consumers are willing to pay for better-for-you products. A new survey shows 67% of consumers consider health and wellness a top priority, and they're willing to budget more consciously to be able afford healthy options. Read the Food Dive story for more on this trend: https://hubs.la/Q02DJFYs0

The complexity and scale of F&B manufacturing operations make food safety and quality (FSQ) initiatives a significant challenge. Add in increasingly stringent regulation, and maintaining consistent safety and quality becomes even more difficult. However, the importance of FSQ can't be overstated, and corners can't be cut. In this edition of Catena Connections, we share strategies for dealing with an evolving FSQ environment and key industry news to know. Read it here ⬇️ #foodsafety

Supply chains generate large amounts of data that can be turned into real insights to improve pain points. As a result, companies are investing heavily in analytic technology to effectively interpret and understand their data.  However, bringing these new technologies on board frequently creates even more problems. Here’s why: 🔷 Data quality: Companies often focus more on new data management infrastructure than the quality of the data itself. 🔷 Data language: Different departments and functions produce different types of data, creating departmental silos. 🔷 Legacy systems: Old systems and processes can’t produce the data needed by analysts to glean insights. Interested to learn more about how data keeps the supply chain moving? Read our blog on data management and the supply chain: https://lnkd.in/gBpPB5rc #data #supplychain

Packaging is a highly automated process in almost all food and beverage plants. But repackaging, which is labor-intensive and costly, often lags behind. This is leading many companies to automate their repack operations and bring them in house. In this Food Processing article, SVP Geoff Coltman explores crucial considerations for repack transformation initiatives: https://lnkd.in/gh6PSzQP #packaging #automation

A recent survey of senior decision makers and maintenance professionals found that AI is an extremely high business priority over the next year, according to 93% of respondents. Additionally, manufacturers plan to invest 44% of their technology budgets into AI in 2024 alone, and there's a growing focus on AI in predictive maintenance. Read the Food Engineering Magazine article here: https://hubs.la/Q02CQhG20 #AI #manufacturing

Has your organization adopted a new system but is failing to see a ROI? You’re not alone. PwC research shows 69% of operations and supply chain officers say tech investments haven’t fully delivered the expected results. In this article, the Catena team explores three contributing factors: lack of data strategy, inadequate implementation, and unrealistic expectations. Read it here: https://hubs.la/Q02CFkD90 #digitaltransformation

Today we commemorate Juneteenth, a pivotal moment in American history that marks the end of slavery in the United States. This day reminds us of the importance of freedom, equality, and the ongoing commitment to justice for all. Watch the below video from our parent company Advanced Group to learn more about #Juneteenth.

Looking for strategies food and beverage companies can utilize to navigate regulatory standards? Catena Solutions Supply Chain Practice Director Geoff Olsen, CSP shares his insights in a recent article with Food Logistics. Read the full article to discover ways to ensure compliance and protect your business interests: https://hubs.la/Q02C46Jk0 #foodsafety #fsma204