Our research focuses on the challenging subject of package management, including here the main possibilities of capitalising on, recovering and recycling package waste. A current trend ascertained by experts is connected to the increase of the volume of waste correlated with economic growth. The package industry experiences an increase in the competitive environment. There is a real need of all organizations for increased package management.. Undertakings must conduct a process of change to move to a future culture based on continuous improvement and, to really understand what their customers are worth. Through the functions fulfilled and the way it was made, the package satisfies the highest demands of the consumers, goods producers and transporters but equally becomes an active pollution source for large urban centres and the environment.

package management; environmental challenge; efficient packaging waste management system; cost competitive solutions; consumer safety; consumer behaviour; continuous improvement