Beyond industrial automation, Digimarc digital watermarks add value throughout the product lifecycle, enabling brands to address future challenges and meet consumer expectations with minimal additional investment. Once applied, digital watermarks automate the identification of packaging collection and sortation at material recycling facilities (MRFs) while generating sustainability metrics. Additionally, Digimarc digital watermarks support product authentication, dual-factor customer loyalty programs, next-generation retail checkout, and other enterprise applications, providing accretive value.