Summit 2025 Presentations: Video Series

Watch the Summit 2025 main stage presentations below, featuring expert insights on user adoption strategies, building a strong business case, sustainability, and more. These sessions cover key industry topics and practical takeaways.

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Transforming DHL’s End-To-End Materials Management with Specright

Learn how DHL is transforming supply chain management with Specright’s Specification Data Management (SDM) platform. In this presentation, Cyndi Shahroozi and Mike Copeland of DHL share how a spec-first approach streamlines project management, enhances collaboration through Supplier and Customer Portals, and drives efficiency with IT integrations like Power BI and warehousing software. Discover how DHL is leveraging data to optimize operations and unlock new value.

“Margharita Manufacturing” Gets Ready for the Super Bowl

Join the Specright Product Team as they showcase how Specification Data Management (SDM) drives innovation. Using the fictional ‘Margharita Manufacturing’ as a case study, they’ll demonstrate how SDM tools—like Spec Compare, Spec GPT, Dynamic Clone, and Formulations—help design cutting-edge pizza packaging for the Super Bowl while meeting sustainability demands. See how collaboration within one platform streamlines product development from ideation to reality.

Bloomberg’s Corrugated Box Cost Index: Transparency in Price Changes

The “open market” for domestic containerboard purchases now covers less than 5% of all box consumption. We believe a more transparent, cost-based approach could provide buyers and sellers with key data that helps them make better pricing decisions.
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In this session, Ryan Fox, Corrugated Market Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence,will provide an overview of the corrugated market as well as a preview of how this new methodology can work in your contracts.

Back to the Basics: Leveraging Specright for What Matters Most

Learn how F&S Fresh Foods transformed siloed, complex data into a streamlined Specification Data Management (SDM) platform. In this presentation, Chelsea Clark of F&S Fresh Foods and Nick Hoppe of Specright share how this shift enhanced visibility across packaging, finished goods, and supply chain workflows. Discover how creating a supplier community, increasing user adoption, and improving risk management have led to major time savings and operational efficiencies.

How NOT to “Boil the Ocean” – Getting Stakeholder Buy-In for Transformational Change

Securing stakeholder buy-in is key to successful Specification Management, yet it can be a challenge. In this panel discussion, industry leaders from Tyson Foods, HP Hood, and COOLA share their experiences in advocating for streamlined processes and improved data accuracy. Learn practical strategies for aligning Specification Management with broader business goals, communicating its value, and fostering collaboration to drive sustainable change.

Gartner’s Top Strategic Packaging Trends for 2025

Discover the top five packaging trends impacting organizations in 2025, based on newly published Gartner research. As companies navigate rising material costs, expanding regulations, and sustainability commitments, 2025 will be a pivotal year for shaping long-term strategies. This presentation explores how packaging design, consumption, and compliance are evolving—driven by cost pressures, sustainability goals, global legislation, and AI advancements—helping executives prepare for the future.

Building Compelling Business Impact: A Strategic Approach to Driving Change

Building a strong business case is essential for driving meaningful change when implementing new technology. In this presentation, Alex Clark, Specright’s Sales Engineering Leader, breaks down key components of a compelling proposal—including cost savings, revenue acceleration, and risk mitigation. Learn how to set clear goals, create value hypotheses, and leverage real-world examples to secure stakeholder buy-in. Discover how a holistic approach, backed by data and reporting, can drive long-term success and position you as a change maker within your organization.

Powering Success: User Adoption Tips for Seamless Specright Implementation

Ensuring successful user adoption is key to maximizing the impact of any new technology. In this presentation, Specright Implementation Consultants Sam Foy and Sydney Weigel share practical strategies for driving adoption, from setting clear expectations and training teams to sustaining engagement post-launch. Learn how a structured approach, including phased implementation, user training, and ongoing support, can lead to a seamless transition and long-term success with Specright.

From Chaos to Clarity: Streamlining Data for Success at Nice-Pak

Discover how NicePak Products Inc. is transforming data management by achieving a single source of truth with Specright. Before implementation, disjointed systems and inefficient workflows hindered project execution and cost-saving efforts, while increasing sustainability reporting demands added complexity. In this presentation, Jonathon Rabedeau and Valery Weiland share how standardized templates and streamlined data collection are driving efficiency, improving transparency, and supporting sustainability goals—setting new industry benchmarks.

The Specification Management Ecosystem & How Customers are Helping Build It

At Specright, we recognize that the value we provide to our customers can be amplified through a robust partner ecosystem. Partnerships are in our DNA – with Cal Poly’s packaging program as partner #1 – and we’ve grown this ecosystem largely through leveraging feedback from you, our customers. Learn how you can best utilize and recommend partners across technology, academia, consulting groups, and industry associations to drive more value for yourselves and all in the Specright community.

The Strategic Role of Specification Management in Modern Businesses

As regulatory standards tighten and consumer expectations rise, effective Specification Management is more critical than ever. In this panel discussion, industry leaders from Taylor Farms and Bob Evans Farms explore how a dedicated Specification Management Leader can enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability. Greg Batt, Director of Clemson University’s Packaging Science Program, will also share insights on the next generation of packaging engineers and how technology is shaping their future impact in the industry.

Unilever Prestige Takes a Phased Approach to Spec Management to Drive Efficiency and Sustainability

With 2025 sustainability regulations approaching, companies must take a proactive approach to compliance and reporting. Unilever Prestige is leveraging Specright’s centralized platform across its 10 portfolio brands to drive sustainability, cost savings, and brand resilience. In this presentation, Toko Weaver, Implementation Project Manager, shares key learnings from implementing Specright at an enterprise level, covering best practices, governance frameworks, and improved spec management. Discover how a phased approach can enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

The Spec Revolution: Building a Resilient Future with Data and Technology

Join Matthew Wright, Specright Founder and CEO, as he explores the evolving role of specification management in today’s digital landscape. Learn how process digitization is transforming industries, driving efficiency, and enabling businesses to stay competitive. With sustainability at the forefront of next-generation expectations, Wright highlights the need to challenge traditional methods, embrace change, and leverage data-driven integration to enhance speed, innovation, and collaboration in an ever-evolving market.

Navigating the Journey to Data Digitization with Specright

Digitizing specification data is no longer optional—it’s essential for scalability and operational success. This presentation explores the challenges of outdated legacy systems and how transitioning to a centralized digital platform enhances accuracy, efficiency, and competitiveness. Learn how Specright’s Spec Squad and Spec Assist services guide companies through the digitization journey, from data collection to ongoing maintenance. Discover real-world success stories showcasing improved reporting, compliance, and reduced spec duplication.

How A Data-Driven Approach is Driving Sustainability & Compliance at Oriflame

As sustainability and regulatory compliance take center stage, effective data management is key to success. In this presentation, Richard Beckett, Sr. Packaging Project Manager Sustainability at Oriflame, shares how integrating Specright with their ERP system has improved reporting on recycled content and ensured readiness for evolving regulations like the EU’s packaging waste directives. Learn how accurate data plays a crucial role in preparing for digital product passports and global compliance requirements.

Partnering on a More Sustainable Future: The Sustainable Packaging Data Council

As packaging sustainability gains urgency, data transparency is key. At Spec Summit 2025, we’re introducing the Sustainable Packaging Data Council—an industry-led initiative hosted by Specright and founded by leaders like Amazon, Costco, Lorax EPI, and GreenBlue.This session will explore the council’s mission to create a standardized, public data framework that streamlines compliance, enhances recyclability, and supports informed decision-making. Learn how your organization can contribute to and benefit from this industry-wide push for sustainable packaging solutions.

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