Case Studies

    A curated selection of case studies documenting innovative solutions in the packaging sector across different production contexts and application fields. 

    The cases are catalogued according to predominantly design-driven and innovation-driven criteria, enabling observation of how materials, technologies, morphological configurations, and design strategies contribute to the evolution of packaging systems. 

    The comparative analysis of the cases highlights design approaches, innovation models, and emerging dynamics within contemporary supply chains. Digital technologies, sustainability strategies, and circular models are considered as interconnected dimensions contributing to the transformation of the packaging sector.

    Tap Our Cap
    A smart wine cap that connects consumers to personalized digital and informational experiences.


    BÖEN Wines, based in California’s Napa Valley, introduced its “Tap The Cap” packaging in 2019, embedding NFC technology into the bottle caps of its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. By tapping the cap with an NFC-enabled smartphone, consumers access rich content and product details to support their purchasing decisions. Combining heritage with digital innovation, BÖEN Wines addresses the needs User Engagement, Gamification and Reward System Application, Brand Communication and Loyalty Improvement, and Product Characteristics and Digital ID Information, enhancing brand storytelling and customer connection
    Un tappo intelligente che collega il vino a esperienze digitali e informative personalizzate.

    BÖEN Wines, azienda vinicola della Napa Valley, ha introdotto nel 2019 il packaging “Tap The Cap”, che integra la tecnologia NFC nel tappo delle bottiglie di Chardonnay e Pinot Nero. Avvicinando lo smartphone, i consumatori possono accedere a contenuti aggiuntivi e informazioni sul vino per guidare le scelte d’acquisto. L’iniziativa unisce tradizione ed esperienza digitale, rafforzando il legame con il brand. BÖEN Wines risponde ai need User Engagement, Gamification and Reward System Application, Brand Communication and Loyalty Improvement e Product Characteristics and Digital ID Information, valorizzando la comunicazione e l’interazione col cliente.
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