AI revolutionises food packaging supply chains
Vinsak India's Ashutosh Kumar highlights optimisation and sustainability during World Packaging Day at the National Conference on Food Packaging 2.0, organised by the Department of Printing and Packaging Technology at PVG’s College of Engineering and Technology, and the GK Pate (Wani) Institute of Management, Pune.
02 Jul 2025 | 572 Views | By WhatPackaging? Team
Artificial Intelligence is set to transform food packaging supply networks, according to Ashutosh Kumar, the general manager – manufacturing at Vinsak India. In a paper titled AI Driven Supply Chain Optimisation for Food Packaging, Kumar details how AI can enhance operational performance, minimise waste, and promote ecological responsibility through predictive analysis, process automation, and data interpretation.
The paper conference explores AI's impact on various aspects of the supply chain, including demand forecasting, intelligent sourcing, automated manufacturing, distribution strategies, and regulatory adherence. It emphasises AI as a crucial tool for risk mitigation and maintaining uninterrupted product flow in increasingly complex global supply networks.
Kumar highlights the measurable impact of AI on the industry and offers guidance for companies considering AI-driven solutions. Key benefits include improved efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience against disruptions. The paper also addresses upcoming trends and challenges associated with AI implementation in food packaging supply systems.
With the food packaging sector facing challenges like fluctuating demand, waste reduction, and regulatory compliance, AI-based solutions are presented as a vital instrument for enhancing decision-making, lowering operational risks, and fostering sustainability. The study provides a comprehensive look at AI's transformative influence, examining its uses, advantages, challenges, and future possibilities.