This past June, Opticom was excited to participate in Almedalsveckan 2024, an annual event that brings together industry leaders in Sweden to discuss key public policy, business, and technology trends. Our team's engagement in these discussions was met with enthusiasm, highlighting our commitment to leading and innovating within our industry.

Malin joined us in March, bringing a wealth of marketing and communications expertise from her experience in manufacturing and automotive sectors, as well as real estate. She has a track record of understanding complex value chains, discerning customer needs, and a particular interest in digital media.

Welcome to the latest edition of Opticom's Health Newsletter! Across Europe, the health and life sciences industry are rapidly evolving with significant advancements in digital health technologies and personalized medicine. The EU's regulatory landscape is adapting to support these innovations, ensuring patient safety while fostering technological growth. Globally, there is a marked increase in the adoption of telemedicine and AI-driven diagnostics, which are revolutionizing patient care and operational efficiencies in healthcare systems.

We know that most consumers strongly support the green transition, that they like the idea of bio-based products, but they are still not keen on the idea of cutting down trees to help produce them. There’s a disconnect when it comes to understanding that harvesting sustainably-managed forests has huge potential to be part of the solution, not the problem.

We understand that trees evoke an emotional response, and there is no question that we need to protect old-growth and high-value conservation areas, but as the bioeconomy and increased competition from new sectors drive demand for forest materials, how can we meet this rising demand without cutting down more trees? Competition for wood resources is intensifying at a time when supply has tightened, whether from natural disasters, geopolitical forces (Russian exports of wood have halted since its invasion of Ukraine) or mounting regulation.

At Opticom, sustainability has been a core value since our foundation in 1987. As we guide our clients through their most pressing sustainability challenges, we believe in leading by example. For the third consecutive time, we have been certified by EcoVadis, earning the Silver Medal (Top 15%) while continuously improving our scores.

On May 6th 2024, the doors of Forskaren opened, marking a significant milestone in the realm of scientific and technological innovation. Representing Opticom, we were privileged to be among the attendees at this momentous event, witnessing the unveiling of a space that promises to redefine the landscape of research and development.

Every three years, we conduct an in-depth customer study for SCA Containerboard. Mikael Frölander, VP Sales & Marketing SCA Containerboard, explains why:

“We got the results of our latest study from Opticom in June, and we are currently analysing the findings. This is the fourth in the regular series, so we have been working with Opticom to better understand our customers for over a decade. Consistency is important. As well as understanding the mood of the day, we can also track and monitor our performance and the market as viewed by our customers over time. We can see what customers perceive we have done well, where we’ve improved or where there is more to be done. The beauty of this study is that Opticom knows us, understands the industry, and can gather meaningful, reliable and detailed feedback on our behalf.”

The forest industry is possibly the greenest industry we know! It must be, as an industry dependent on forests cannot afford to neglect or destroy the very resource it relies on for survival.

The pharmaceutical industry plays a crucial role in global healthcare but its operations have a significant environmental impact. From the production process to the disposal of medications, the industry contributes to a considerable carbon footprint. This issue has prompted various global initiatives, including notable efforts, such as the ones in Sweden and the USA, which aim to reduce the environmental impact of pharmaceutical activities. Addressing these issues requires innovative solutions and collaborative efforts, reflecting Opticom's commitment to integrating environmental sustainability with strategic business insights.