Label industry Metamorphosis

Although TrendWatch focuses on a broader segment that includes commercial printing, the thrust of the message rings true in the packaging sector.

In a broad sense, Hare sees the industry becoming less entrepreneurial and more business oriented. "Our industry needs to become more measurement driven, more focused on what I would term 'process manufacturing.' Although a company needs a balance of both entrepreneurial and business elements, the companies that are going to win market share are those that have the best cost structure."