Sometimes it seems like there is no such thing as coincidence. For example, a few months ago Nadine van Helvoort had the idea that being a plant manager would be the perfect next step in her career. That very same evening, she saw the opening for the position at Vetipak in Veghel. And the rest is history.

Can large brands outsource an entire process to Vetipak? Absolutely! We then join forces with the customer to develop the packaging material, and take over the purchasing process. Naturally, we also ensure that the packages are filled when they go out the door – with sweets, for example. That was our brief recently when we were approached by a top chocolate and confectionery brand.

The occupation of sales professional had already been undergoing change for some time, but the COVID-19 pandemic of the past year has accelerated these changes. What does this mean on a day-to-day basis for companies, sales professionals, and customers? We share five insights gleaned from six insiders.