Redefining Productivity: Competitive Now and Into the Future
Building a Plastics Business That Leads the Path Towards a Greener Future
The plastics industry is changing. It is now as important as ever to increase the efficiency of plastic manufacturing through proactive measures and innovative strategies. By demonstrating a sustainable and socially responsible sector, we can attract funding and investment opportunities like never before.
What is Redefining Productivity?
Redefining Productivity is an all-inclusive hub created by the British Plastics Federation's (BPF) Productivity Committee designed to help companies in the plastics sector address key productivity issues. This hub will provide BPF members with free access to a comprehensive set of resources aimed at driving down expenses, maximising resources, minimising waste/environmental impact, and boosting profitability within the UK plastics sector.
These documents pull together a wide range of expertise from the UK plastics industry and have been peer reviewed to deliver:
- Industry best practice
- State of the art developments
- Data backed evidence
- Case studies
- ROI plans
Where Can I find BPF Productivity Guides?
Published in phases, the first 3 introductory guides are available free to download for BPF members, with more to follow. (Swipe left on mobile to view more)...
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Coming Soon: Automation, Digitilisation, Materials, Waste Minimisation
Is There Further Guidance Around These Topics?
Yes, the BPF collaborates with industry experts to produce valuable resources including practical guides, online courses, and engaging webinars across various topics including productivity. Explore the options below to further your expertise in these areas:
- Plastics courses
- Webinar archive
- Energy Management - An Introduction
- BPF resource library
- Upcoming seminars
Can I Join the Productivity Committee?
Yes, anyone in the plastics sector or in BPF membership can join the productivity committee, its completely free to join and provides a forum to share ideas and experience. The Productivity Committee was formed to address the critical issues that affect productivity for members and lead them in the drive towards making the sector a circular economy industry.
If you would like to learn more about these guides, or be involved in their production, contact gcraig@bpf.co.uk













