On May 28, at the Food 4 Future conference, a roundtable discussion titled “Digitalization in the Food Sector: Efficiency, Traceability, and Consumer Experience” was held. The session examined how digitalization is transforming the food industry across its entire value chain.
The panel was moderated by Garbiñe Manterola, head of technology transfer at BRTA, and featured Kristina Apiñaiz (CEFALUX), Paulo Gaspar (BRAINR), Alberto Gamero (Siemens Digital Industries Software), and Luis Calavera (IFR), who shared case studies and reflected on the challenges of implementation and the opportunities to boost the sector’s sustainability and competitiveness.
Key Technologies for a More Connected Industry
The discussion addressed technologies such as the IoT, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and data platforms, and how their application enables process optimization, ensures traceability, and improves the consumer experience.
Sustainability and competitiveness in a global market
The session also highlighted the opportunities offered by digitalization to drive sustainability and competitiveness in an increasingly connected market, establishing itself as a strategic driver for innovation and growth in the food sector.