Hybrid Software Releases PACKZ 12 With AI-Powered Assistant Hybrid Software, a provider of enterprise software for the packaging and printing industry, has released PACKZ 12, the latest version of its PDF editor for packaging prepress. The release introduces an AI-powered assistant that helps users work more efficiently, along with support for Ama- zon Transparency codes for product serialization and au- thentication. The multilingual AI assistant reportedly provides con- text-aware guidance for PACKZ tools and workflows, giv- ing new users quick access to relevant information and step-by-step assistance for routine tasks. It can also gen- erate PACKZ Action Lists, dynamic information panels, print marks and scripting code, helping prepress teams automate routine processes and develop custom work- flows more quickly. PACKZ 12 supports Amazon Transparency Codes through its barcode and variable data printing capabili- ties. Together with Hybrid Software’s Artflow artwork man- agement software and CLOUDFLOW enterprise software, PACKZ forms part of an end-to-end workflow spanning code retrieval, artwork approval, barcode generation and print production. The integrated solution enables scalable serializa- tion and accurate production of Amazon Transparency
codes and supports emerging GS1 Sunrise 2027 initiatives through the adoption of data-rich 2D barcodes. Strategic Drivers Influence Printing Plates Market Landscape The printing plates industry is on track for consistent growth as technological advancements and sustainability become central themes, according to a new report from The Business Research Company. With evolving demands in packaging and labeling sectors, the market is adapting to new materials and faster production methods. The printing plates market is anticipated to steadily grow, reaching a value of $18.18 billion by 2030 at a com- pound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7 percent. This upward trend is driven by several factors, including the widespread shift toward digital plate imaging, increased investments in eco-friendly plate materials, and the grow- ing packaging and label printing segments. Additionally, demand for quicker plate turnaround times and the adoption of automation in plate manufacturing processes contribute to the market’s expansion. Important trends shaping the future include greater use of digital and computer-to-plate (CTP) printing plates, rising demand for precision flexographic plates, and a focus on the durabili- ty and reusability of plates alongside the advancement of digital flexo and offset plate technologies.
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