Conversational Product Packaging

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Digital Link's Cleo Assistant Lets Consumers Speak to Products

— September 22, 2025 — Tech
At Labelexpo 2025, Digital Link unveiled the Cleo assistant, an AI-powered product assistant that enables consumers to interact directly with products by scanning a QR code. Thanks to this next-generation conversational packaging, consumers don't need to consult an app or manual, and packaging is no longer just a one-way messenger but a provider of a two-way interactive experience. Paula Rivero, Digital Link Co-founder and CEO Paula Rivero, explains, “This is the barcode’s successor. From now on, products don’t just sit on shelves. They live, they listen, they respond.”

By scanning an on-pack code, consumers can ask about everything from ingredient sourcing to insights about a product's nutritional label. In one Labelexpo 2025 demo, Paula Rivero scanned a package of face cream and asked Cleo if it was safe for a pregnant woman.

Trend Themes

  1. AI-powered Conversational Packaging — The implementation of AI-driven assistants in product packaging transforms static labels into interactive conversational interfaces.
  2. QR Code Engagement Interfaces — Products equipped with QR code scanning enable consumers to engage in dynamic dialogue, enhancing the interactive experience beyond traditional packaging.
  3. Next-generation Customer Interaction — Packaging that provides two-way communication redefines customer engagement by offering instant access to personalized product information.

Industry Implications

  1. Consumer Packaged Goods — The integration of conversational AI in product packaging revolutionizes the way consumers interact with and gather information about consumer goods.
  2. Augmented Reality Solutions — The evolution of QR code technology combined with AI-powered assistance paves the way for innovative augmented reality experiences in packaging.
  3. Smart Packaging Solutions — AI-enabled packaging represents a shift towards smarter, more responsive packaging solutions across various industries, offering enhanced consumer interaction.
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