Build a sustainable packaging strategy for your FMCG brand
Our Packaging Strategy program will develop a clear roadmap to future-proof packaging against evolving sustainability expectations and regulatory requirements.
Develop a sustainable packaging strategy that works in practice
Align packaging with circular packaging systems and sustainability goals
Prepare for growing regulatory expectations and APCO requirements
Prioritise packaging improvements across your portfolio
Align internal teams and suppliers around a clear packaging direction
If so, the Packaging Strategy Program provides the clarity, structure and expert guidance to move forward with confidence.
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What is the Packaging Strategy program?
Our Packaging Strategy program is designed to help FMCG brands develop a clear, actionable roadmap for improving packaging sustainability across their portfolio.
Many brands know they need to improve their packaging- but without a structured strategy, initiatives often become fragmented or difficult to implement.
This program helps you move beyond individual packaging decisions to develop a cohesive sustainable packaging strategy aligned with circular packaging systems, sustainability goals and regulatory expectations.
Working closely with your team, philo & co translates sustainability principles, packaging design considerations and regulatory requirements into a practical sustainable packaging roadmap your organisation can implement.
The result is a clear strategy that supports better packaging decisions, strengthens sustainability communication and positions your brand for the future.
Here’s what you’ll get:
The Packaging Strategy program combines strategic insight with practical tools to help your team implement meaningful change.
Packaging Impact & Risk Assessment: packaging data analysis, packaging format, materials, sustainability performance and claims assessment and regulatory requirements to understand your baseline.
APCO compliance onboarding and reporting: structure internal processes, templates and guidance for APCO Brand Owner members and those seeking to align with global regulations. (If required)
Sustainable packaging strategy framework: stakeholder engagement and development of a structured sustainable packaging strategy aligned with circular packaging systems and sustainability priorities, including vision, level of ambition, goals, focus areas and design principles.
Packaging sustainability roadmap: clear, prioritised initiatives outlining what to improve, when to act and how to deliver progress over time as part of your sustainable packaging roadmap.
Sustainability communication guide: support developing credible sustainability communication aligned with packaging performance and regulatory expectations.
Supplier engagement tools: data collection templates, frameworks and guidance to help collaborate effectively with packaging suppliers and partners.
Internal training and capability building: workshops and training sessions to help your team confidently apply sustainable packaging principles.
A clear sustainable packaging strategy aligned with circular packaging principles
A future-ready approach to packaging aligned with regulatory expectations
A prioritised roadmap for improving packaging sustainability
Improved alignment between teams responsible for packaging decisions
Stronger sustainability communication and claims credibility
Following the program, your organisation will have:
Many brands continue working with us through Packaging Partner, where we support implementation of the strategy and ongoing packaging decisions.
Our Process
Step 1 - Understand your packaging and business priorities
We assess your packaging portfolio, sustainability goals and business context to understand the starting point for your strategy.
Step 2 - Define your packaging strategy
We develop a structured sustainable packaging strategy aligned with circular packaging principles and regulatory expectations.
Step 3 - Build your roadmap for implementation
You receive a clear, prioritised roadmap outlining practical actions and initiatives to deliver progress over time.
Investment varies depending on portfolio size, organisational complexity and scope of strategy development.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Most SME programs are delivered in approximately 24 weeks depending on the scope and organisational complexity, larger organisational strategies will incur longer lead times.
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The program works best when key internal stakeholders such as sustainability, procurement, packaging, marketing and leadership are involved. We will work with you to agree the most effective stakeholder engagement.
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Not necessarily. We will guide you through the information required and support the collection of relevant packaging information where needed.
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Many brands continue working with philo & co through Packaging Partner to implement the strategy and support ongoing packaging decisions.
Ready to build a clear, future-ready packaging strategy?
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Packaging Impact & Risk Assessment
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Packaging Partnership
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About me
philo & co was founded by Pippa Corry, an award-winning sustainable packaging consultant with over 15 years’ experience across FMCG, packaging design and sustainability.
Pippa has supported global and emerging brands to design and implement sustainable packaging solutions aligned with circular packaging principles, recovery system realities and regulatory requirements.
Combining packaging design expertise with sustainability strategy, Pippa is known for simplifying complexity and helping brands make confident, practical packaging decisions.
philo & co helps brands confidently navigate sustainable packaging transformation.
