Jack Payne
Vice President, Product Management & Solutions Consulting
With more than 30 years of food and beverage industry experience, Jack is a seasoned expert in helping manufacturers, processors and distributors solve complex operational challenges with technology—he even wrote the book on it. With deep expertise in enterprise resource planning (ERP), supply chain optimization and regulatory compliance, Jack is passionate about helping companies drive efficiency, traceability and growth through purpose-built software.
At Aptean, Jack collaborates closely with product, sales and customer teams to align technology innovation with real-world business needs—especially in highly regulated and fast-moving industries. A frequent speaker at industry events and contributor to trade publications, Jack is known for his clear-eyed insights, practical advice and deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in the food and beverage industry.
From family-owned bakeries to global beverage brands, Jack brings valuable perspective to businesses of all sizes and specialties. His insights draw from decades of hands-on experience across sectors like dairy, produce and packaged goods.
Written by Jack
How To Transform Your Business With Better Food and Beverage Data Analytics
Learn why food and beverage data analytics matters, the best practices to follow and how to build a data-driven business with AI-powered insights.
Comparing Food and Beverage ERP Solutions and Preparing Your Business for Implementation
Learn how to evaluate ERP options based on industry fit, functionality and vendor expertise so you can select a system that supports long-term success.
The Food industry Trends To Watch In 2026
What food and beverage trends will matter most in 2026? See how consumer demand, AI and operational shifts are changing what it takes to compete.
Unlocking End-to-End Automation in the Food Industry With Purpose-Built Technology
Discover how automation and AI-powered tools streamline every stage of the food value chain, driving efficiency and compliance.
How To Reduce Food Recall and Traceability Risks in Your Operation
Food recall and traceability failures cost millions. See how leading food businesses avoid risks with smarter software to produce stronger safeguards.
Your Step-By-Step Guide to a Reliable Food Product Recall Procedure
Recalls can have a staggering impact on any food or beverage business, but there’s nothing to fear if you’re confidently recall-ready—here’s how to get there.
Latest Content
The latest podcast, webinars, and resources from Jack.
Five Keys to Building a Resilient Food and Beverage Supply Chain in 2026
Rising food prices demand resilient supply chains. Discover five strategies food and beverage brands can use in 2026 to boost agility, control costs, and ensure stability.
In Good Company: Insights and Innovation for the Food & Beverage Industry
In Good Company is Aptean’s platform for food and beverage industry leaders to share insights, foster collaboration, and explore solutions that drive innovation and growth.
Tech Talk: It’s Time to Embrace ERP
Technology adoption has been and will continue to be on the rise due to its benefits of automating tasks, minimizing waste, strengthen traceability and boosting profit margins.
Why Food Safety Matters with Jack Payne
In Episode 4 of Ready for What’s Next, Now, Aptean’s Jack Payne explores why food safety matters more than ever and how digital transformation is reshaping the future of the F&B industry.
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