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June 2009Cover Story | iPhone App IconsBy Ron RomanikThe iPhone App Store is a unique retail environment where the app icon "package" can make or break the potential downloader's first and last moment of truth.
Front Panel | Green OptionsBy Marianne KlimchukWhy should "eco" be represented by just one color when nature is resplendent with so many beautiful hues? Designer's Corner | Bridging GapsBy Milana KosovacWhat insights can guide a client working with a creative team to optimize this their relationship with creatives? Workflow | Mobile MarketingBy Noel JeffreyMobile devices are taking packaging interactivity to another level as codes and symbols make connections for users. Retail Focus | Private LabelPart 2 of 4 | Q&A with Bruce DrinkwaterStudying the successes and failures of UK private label giants can help U.S. retailers avoid branding mistakes. Business | Inspirational PositioningBy Terry BarberAs today's brands and companies attempt to differentiate themselves, more and more will attempt to be truly inspiring brands. Sustainability UpdateBy Wendy Jedlicka, CPPIn an updated study, TerraChoice has added a seventh greenwashing sin: The Sin of Worshipping False Labels. Wow! What a PackageBy Lynn DornblaserThese two "two-fer" packages offer another level of functionality with an add-on packaging component. SpotlightsFood & Beverage: solixir Herbal Beverage DepartmentsEditor's Letter
May 2009Cover Story | Arbonne FC5By Ron RomanikThe FC5 line from Arbonne features "fresh cell" technology using real fruit extracts. Arbonne listened to its sales "consultants" when developing the line of 14 products in a short 14 weeks.
Front Panel | Distinctive WatersBy Bill WynkoopThe higher-end bottled water category continues to delight and surprise with daring and enticing design. Designer's Corner | Authentic RecipesBy Andy GutowskiToday's food brands must appeal more the growing demographic of "Foodies" driving some categories. Retail Focus | Category ExplorationBy Leslie SingerThe International Home + Housewares Show led to discoveries surprisingly good and surprisingly disappointing. Workflow | PDF ToolsBy Noel JeffreyThe use of the versatile file format and related software tools is increasing comping and approvals at CPGs. Retail Focus | Private Label TrendQ&A with Tom HillThe rapid expansion of retailers' store brands has led to sophisticated strategies of "target matching." Makeover Challenge | 2009 EditionThe 6th annual Challenge begins with profiles of the four participating design firms that will compete. Workflow | Semantic SearchingBy Joe BuzzangaSearching the Internet for packaging solutions can be daunting, so an effective, efficient search can be invaluable. Sustainability Update | TV StandBy Wendy Jedlicka, CPP, and Tom BallhatchetA shipping box for a flat screen TV lets you wheel it into your home, and then turns into a functional TV stand. Awards | Hispack Líderpack 2008The Líderpack Awards, in Spain, is organized annually by the Hispack Show and the Graphispack Association. Wow! What a PackageBy Lynn DornblaserThis version of the Splenda sweetener is not in a granular form, as is customary, but rather in a liquid form. SpotlightsPersonal Care: Almay Pure Blends Departments | ||
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DECEMBER 4, 2008
1:00 PM EASTERN
This special 90-minute webinar will feature up-to-date insights into the market forces affecting package design and sustainability. Registration for this program is $89.99. Attendees will receive a copy of Packaging Sustainability: Tools, Systems and Strategies for Innovative Package Design (a $49.95 value) by Wendy Jedlicka.
Keynote Address by:
MINAL MISTRY
Project Manager, Sustainable
Packaging Coalition/GreenBlue

COMPASS is an online software tool for packaging designers and engineers to compare the environmental impacts of their package designs.
