Aptean Publishes Second Edition of AI-Focused Food & Beverage Tech Guide
Event summary
- Aptean released the second edition of 'Appetite for Success' on July 21, 2026, expanding its AI-focused framework for food and beverage industry leaders.
- The guide includes new content on calculating technology ROI, AI adoption in operations, agentic AI workforce integration, and unified enterprise platforms.
- Author Jack Payne draws on four decades of experience across multiple sub-verticals within the food and beverage sector.
- 40% of food and beverage companies are already deploying AI, increasing competitive pressure for digital transformation.
The big picture
Aptean's updated guide arrives as the food and beverage industry faces heightened supply chain volatility and regulatory demands. The publication underscores the growing urgency for digital transformation, with AI emerging as a critical competitive differentiator. The second edition reflects Aptean's strategic pivot to embed AI directly into industrial workflows, positioning it as a key player in the sector's technological evolution.
What we're watching
- AI Adoption Pace
- How quickly food and beverage companies will implement AI solutions following the guide's practical framework.
- ROI Measurement
- Whether Aptean's ROI calculation methodology becomes an industry standard for technology investments.
- Workforce Transformation
- The impact of agentic AI on job roles and operational efficiency in food and beverage manufacturing.
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