Pactiv Upgrades Functionality with Blacksmith Applications

Lake Forest, IL -- Pactiv Corporation is upgrading it’s implementation with Blacksmith Applications in order to extend its functionality to include distributor rebate processing, operator POD claims and GPO settlement.  Pactiv and Blacksmith have partnered in trade management solutions since 2004 and will continue their growth and evolution with additional functionality for FORGE Analytics with a focus on claims processing.  

Blacksmith, the leading provider of contract, trade and deduction management solutions for the foodservice and consumer goods industry, was selected after a six month evaluation of alternatives inclusive of ERP and Pricing Analytics providers.

About Pactiv

Pactiv Corporation, located in Lake Forest, Illinois, is a leader in the consumer and  foodservice/food packaging markets.  From beverage, take-out, home meal replacement, deli and bakery packaging to tableware and catering products, 80 percent of Pactiv’s sales are from market sectors in which it holds the No. 1 or No.2 market share position.  It’s well known Hefty brand products play a successful role in its revenue of well over $3 billion, broad product lines and unique distribution system.

FORGE  ANALYTICS is a registered service mark of Blacksmith Applications, Inc.