In this episode of the ThinkFactory Podcast, Timothy Peters and Louis Rouhaud of Polyart explore how synthetic paper is reshaping print, packaging, and labeling through durability, printability, and sustainability.

The conversation dives into how Polyart eliminates lamination steps, reduces carbon footprint and waste, supports recyclability with post-consumer materials, and helps printers and brands cut costs while improving efficiency—offering a compelling look at how innovation in materials can drive both environmental and business impact.

Case Paper’s Blair Jason-Brown and Arika Stoecker share how an 80+ year–old company stays relevant by blending deep industry expertise with creativity, humor, and a people-first mindset.

From custom-sized paper and packaging solutions that reduce waste and boost profitability to bold educational tools like “Case Paper TV,” they discuss what it truly means to be “On the Case”—building real partnerships, empowering customers through knowledge, and rethinking how print and packaging can inspire, perform, and tell better brand stories.

In this episode, listeners hear from Mike Seagram, President, and Mark Witkowski, CTO of Publisher Storage and Shipping (PSSC), as they explore how modern technology is reshaping book fulfillment and distribution. From print-on-demand and inventory optimization to data-driven forecasting, AI, and navigating Amazon’s influence, the conversation offers an inside look at how publishers can ship more, store less, and make smarter decisions across the supply chain.

It’s a deep dive into how a traditionally “legacy” business is evolving through smarter data, tighter integration, and collaborative partnerships to keep publishers competitive and profitable.