This document discusses retort technology in the Malaysian food industry and its potential as a competitive advantage. It provides an overview of trends driving increased demand for convenient packaging like retort pouches. The study explores issues with traditional food packaging and how retort technology addresses challenges related to quality, shelf life, and food safety while reducing costs. Adopting this innovative packaging method allows companies to differentiate themselves, improve products, and potentially gain an edge over competitors in the food packaging industry.

1. Technology Management and Innovation
(MRC 1113)
Retort Technology
in Malaysian Food Industry:
Can it be a Competitive Weapon
Nazifa Bte. Abd. Ghani
MR111037
Assessed by:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Khairuzzaman Wan Ismail

2. Summary Layout
Introduction
Significant of
the Problem
Purpose of
the Study
Conclusion

3. Introduction
 Transformation in Lifestyle resulting from urbanization and
sophisticated consumer due to the fact of:
Increase of working women/single parent
 Change in lifestyle (Health consciousness)
 Aging population
 Knowledgeable & Educated citizens (Food safety, Nutrition & Labeling)
This situation lead to increase demand in food consumption &
packaging styles.

4. TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGIES
FROM CONVENTIONAL CAN TO
RETORT POUCHES

5. Significance of The Problem
 Manufacturers of food products faced a challenge in
making their packaging product to have innovative look.
 Revolution in packaging technology life cycle - boosting up
manufacturer’s mind to be creative.
To produce food packaging as convenient as possible.
From consumer point of view:
The less time they spend to prepare a meal, the better.
As a result : Retort pouch technology is the solution for
meeting consumers demand that help consumers to save
time and energy.

6. Purpose of The Study
 To explore current situation of food packaging industry in
Malaysia.
Introduce an innovative packaging technology.
Revealed major issues affecting the packaging of the
processed food.
Investigate the advantage of Retort technology for
manufacturers

7. Major Issues Affecting The Packaging of
Processed Food
Insufficient Supply of Quality Raw Materials;
 Low Level of Technology;
Research and Development;
Quality Problems;
Lack of Finance.

8. How Retort Technology Works?
Retort Pouch Suitable for:
Sauces and
Meat Stew
Food
Products
Pet Food Sea Food

9. Features Benefits
Pouch Vs Substitute Time saving & Improved quality better
Product (Can) Advantages quality of the food taste/nutritional value, faster
Source: Kapak Corp. cycle time &extending shelf life
Retort technology
represent a unique No sharp Edge Eliminates cuts and promotes
advantage for employee safety
manufactures
Take up Less Increased utilization of storage
Company that uses Space space
this technology can
stay ahead of its Package No dented cans
competitors durability
Weighs Less & Reduced transportation Costs
Cost Saving
Environmentally Energy reduction
friendly
Package Increased Sales
Differentiation

10. Conclusion
Food Packaging industry has a great potential for development in view of the growing
population and change of Lifestyle.
Technological improvements will continue to be introduced into the industry.
Retort Technology represent special and unique advantages for food manufacturer.
 Having this technology is not a must but using this technology gives competitive
advantage for the food manufacturer. Believe it or not, retort technology makes food taste
better.

11. Thank You for your
Attention