ISLAMABAD: Tetra Pak has won the Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award (MIMA) 2026 in the Scale! category for its automation and digital platform, Tetra Pak Factory OS, recognised for improving efficiency and reducing costs in food and beverage manufacturing.
The award highlights solutions that deliver measurable impact across value chains and operations. Tetra Pak Factory OS was acknowledged for helping manufacturers expand production, accelerate product launches, and manage rising input costs in a challenging economic environment.
Recognition for intelligent manufacturing
The MIMA awards, presented by Microsoft and Roland Berger, recognise innovations in industrial technology that enhance performance through data-driven systems. Tetra Pak’s solution was shortlisted and evaluated by an independent jury before being selected as the winner in the Scale! category.
The platform is designed to support manufacturers at different stages of digital maturity, enabling them to streamline operations and improve decision-making through real-time data insights.
Focus on efficiency and resilience
According to the company, the system allows food and beverage producers to optimise production processes, reduce waste, and maintain product quality while navigating cost pressures.
Awais Bin Nasim, Managing Director of Tetra Pak Pakistan, said the industry faces challenges such as energy inefficiencies, supply disruptions, and fragmented data systems. He noted that advanced automation can help address these issues by enabling more efficient and informed operations.
Supporting digital transformation
Tetra Pak Factory OS is built to integrate factory operations, providing a unified framework for managing processes and data. The platform supports digital transformation by enabling scalable deployment and consistent performance across facilities.
It also incorporates security-focused features and is designed to support AI-driven manufacturing by converting real-time data into actionable insights.
The solution is scheduled to be formally recognised at Hannover Messe on April 22, 2026.
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