Every packaging supplier knows it: As soon as a customer makes an inquiry, lengthy questionnaires arrive. Where do the materials come from? Are they sustainable? What certifications are there? And even if everything has been proven multiple times, the game starts all over again with the next order.

Now the EU wants to reduce bureaucracy. Finally, less paperwork? Sounds good – but we ask ourselves: Will this come at the cost of transparency, quality, and fair conditions?

What is set to change?

Until now, we as suppliers had to disclose every stage of our production – no matter how big or small the order was. This costs time, money, and nerves.

Now the EU wants:

• Fewer documentation requirements – only relevant information instead of endless reports.
• Focus on high-risk countries – not every supply chain needs to be examined with the same intensity.
• “One In, One Out” rule – for every new regulation, an old one should be eliminated.
• Fewer audits – fewer spontaneous inspections, more trust in existing standards.

For us, this means: More time for quality and innovation – less struggle with bureaucracy. Sounds great, right?

What we welcome:

• Less paperwork – we can focus on what really matters again.
• Faster processes – fewer delays due to endless approvals.
• Lower costs – good for us and our customers.

But what happens then?

• Inferior materials could enter the market more easily.
• Sustainability could become an empty promise if there is no longer any control.
• Unfair competition from low-cost suppliers who save at the expense of the environment and working conditions.

For us, it’s clear: Reducing bureaucracy – yes! But not at any cost.

What does this mean for our customers?

Our customers also want less bureaucracy – but they must continue to guarantee sustainable, safe packaging.

• Flexibility increases – faster processes, simpler supplier relationships.
• Security remains crucial – because in the end, they are responsible for the product.
• Sustainability must remain genuine – fewer forms must not mean less responsibility.

In short: Less bureaucracy must not lead to lower quality!

What do you think?

As packaging suppliers, we are caught between the requirements of legislators and the expectations of our customers. Reducing bureaucracy is good – but transparency and quality must be maintained.

Is this a necessary step or a dangerous setback?
Have you personally experienced endless questionnaires and verification obligations?
How can we ensure together that less bureaucracy does not mean less responsibility?

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Since the introduction of IFS Food Version 8, we at Vertikett have noticed many changes. Our customers are increasingly asking for solutions that meet the new requirements. One example is the desire for clear information on the traceability of the packaging materials used. Customers want to know exactly where the materials come from in order to meet transparency requirements. Another frequent request is for support in validating advertising claims such as “environmentally friendly” or “recyclable”.

These new requirements create trust and ensure that our products meet the highest standards. But there are also challenges: The increased effort to meet these requirements requires more time and resources.

Our industry is moving noticeably towards greater transparency and safety. But the question remains: are the strict requirements the right way to achieve these goals?

We started 20 years ago with a clear vision: to offer our customers not just products, but solutions that are innovative and guarantee process reliability. Our first orders were small steps on a long journey – steps that were characterized by passion, hard work and the desire to be more than just another supplier on the market.

But every path has its obstacles. Crises that directly affected our industry were particularly challenging. Supply bottlenecks and material shortages presented us with enormous challenges. When the market was under pressure and raw materials became scarce, we had to act creatively, flexibly and decisively. Our suppliers became close partners with whom we worked together to find solutions to maintain production chains. In these difficult times, we have shown that we are a reliable partner – not only for our customers, but also for the people and companies that supply us with materials and resources.

For our customers, this has meant We never let up on guaranteeing quality and reliability, even when others had to stop. We listened, developed individual solutions and ensured that our products were delivered on time, even in uncertain times. This partnership of equals is the foundation on which our success rests.

But crises have not only tested us – they have also made us stronger. Every hurdle, whether due to global market shifts or specific industry problems, has brought us closer together. We have learned that success is not about never falling, but getting back up each time – stronger, smarter and more determined than before.

Today, 20 years later, here we are, not just as a company, but as a community. A community of employees, suppliers and customers who have accompanied us over the past two decades. Together, we have not only overcome crises, but also created innovations that have helped shape our industry.

Our goal has always been to be a reliable partner – and we are more proud of this today than ever before. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just the products we supply that count, but the relationships we have built. Together, we can look back on 20 years of challenges and successes and look forward to the next decades in which we will continue to grow, develop and continue to be there for you with passion and reliability.

Thank you for being part of our journey.