The State of AI in Packaging 2025

This report argues AI is transforming packaging while complementing rather than replacing human expertise, spanning generative design, AI-powered manufacturing (robotics, machine vision, predictive maintenance), and sustainability via material and lifecycle optimization. It frames the industry’s best operating model as “AI-powered and human-refined,” where algorithms handle data-heavy tasks and professionals ensure quality, compliance, and creative vision, citing tools like Sourceful that pair generative design with 3D visualization, pre-press checks, and sustainability metrics.