The PMA Impact Award: Excellence in Packaging recognizes companies who are pushing the envelope—or clamshell—and leading the way in developing cutting edge solutions for produce and floral packaging.
Now in its fourth year, the 2010 Impact Award submission process has been simplified—and there is no submission fee. To help showcase a packaging idea worth noting, simply complete the submission form on behalf of your entry by August 27. This year, all entries will be judged utilizing a holistic approach to defined areas of opportunity. Submissions will earn points in each of these areas. The combined total of points from each of the areas of opportunity will determine the 25 packaging finalists and the 5 packaging winners. The areas of consideration include:
Submissions will be judged based on combined scores obtained in each of the following areas:
Marketing Excellence – Packaging stands out with style, form and message.
Food Safety Excellence – Packaging uses materials and/or components, to employ innovative food safety protocols to prevent food-borne illness.
Supply Chain Efficiency/Functionality Excellence – Packaging offers a unique design that has been implemented to create efficiencies for one or more segments of the supply chain.
Sustainability Excellence – Packaging meets the mission to reduce, reuse, and/or recycle.
See the best and brightest packaging ideas at Fresh Summit! All packaging finalists will be showcased in a designated area at PMA’s Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition, October 15-18, 2010 and recognized on PMA’s website. The top 5 winners will be announced during the Breakfast General Session on Saturday, October 16, highlighted in the designated display area, and featured in a post-show press release. Submissions are accepted from any PMA member company; companies can submit their own packaging solutions or submit another company's packaging. The submission period is open now through August 27, 2010. Online Submission Form.
Source: Produce Marketing Association
