William Janeway

William focuses on the intersection of packaging operations and digital solutions. He shares practical insights from Cway’s work with global brands, helping companies improve artwork collaboration and product data accuracy.

PDF annotation and markup of packaging artwork in Cway software

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How to annotate a PDF for team reviews

PDFs are still one of the most common file formats used for reviews, approvals, and collaboration. Whether you’re reviewing a design, correcting copy, or approving packaging artwork, knowing how to annotate a PDF efficiently can save time and...

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FMCG tea packaging design showing elements of design and principles with rose-themed box, dieline, and color palette

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Elements of design and principles for effective packaging design

FMCG packaging has only seconds to capture attention and communicate value on crowded store shelves. Understanding the elements of design and...

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Packaging chaos in beauty: why brands launch late

There’s a familiar moment inside every beauty brand. The formula is approved. The campaign is shot. Retail slots are secured. And then someone opens...

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The hidden complexity behind Europe’s quiet packaging powerhouse

In the fluorescent calm of a European supermarket, private-label packaging rarely competes for the spotlight. There are no celebrity chefs smiling...

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AI potential for packaging compliance

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What packaging compliance AI can and can’t do

Packaging compliance is complex, and AI promises to simplify it. But what exactly can packaging compliance AI do—and where does it fall short? In...

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Unifying DAM and PIM: the future of product content workflows

Today’s brands win on speed, accuracy, and consistency—and product content sits at the heart of all three. But siloed tools and disconnected...

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Top 5 Ziflow alternatives for online proofing & collaboration

If you've outgrown Ziflow—or simply need something built more specifically for packaging, brand, or compliance workflows—you're not alone. Teams in...

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Packaging workflow software: solve artwork chaos once and for all

Packaging projects often run into delays—missed approvals, unclear handovers, outdated artwork versions, or misalignment between structural and...

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What automated branding really means for product & packaging teams

When most people hear automated branding, they think of marketing automation — emails, ads, and CRM workflows. But today’s biggest branding...

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Sustainable packaging trends 2026 for smarter artwork management

As sustainability standards evolve, packaging teams face growing pressure to adapt quickly — from new materials to changing regulations and label...

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