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- 12/16/2012
Chobani Opens World's Largest Yogurt Manufacturing Plant
Located in Twin Falls, Idaho, Chobani has invested $450 million to build this one-million-square-foot operation in less than 11 months. The company's presence in Idaho has already served as a catalyst for hundreds of new jobs and a significant positive economic impact in the region.<br /> - 12/16/2012
Kroger Names President of Fred Meyer Stores
Lynn Gust, 59, has been senior vice president of operations since 2011. He started his career with Fred Meyer as a parcel clerk in 1970. <br /> - 12/16/2012
RedPrairie and JDA Acquisition Moves Forward
The financing proceeds condition of the previously announced cash tender offer by affiliates of RedPrairie to purchase all outstanding shares of JDA has been waived. In connection with this announcement, affiliates of RedPrairie have entered into definitive credit agreements relating to the financing of the proposed acquisition of JDA.<br /> - 12/12/2012
2012 Top 100: The Consumer Goods Registry
For the first time in a long time, this year's listing of the top 100 public consumer goods companies tells more good news than bad. The majority of companies realized modest revenue growth despite ongoing economic challenges; and some categories, like Food and Apparel, posted sales gains across the board. Read on to find out how your company, your partners and/or your competitors performed by comparison. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Tobacco
Some things are simply out of our control. Find out how the earthquake that hit Japan literally shook the Tobacco market in 2011. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Food
Big break-up headlines rocked the food industry in 2011. But the market overall reported growth across the board. Expect big changes on this list next year. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Housewares/Appliances
Last year, Stanley Black & Decker proved to be the runaway hit with greater than 100 percent growth. This year, the playing field has evened out. - 12/11/2012
Supply Chain Outlook
Gartner is witness to many on-going supply chain transformations within the consumer products industry. Here are some common characteristics of supply chain leaders. Plus, Steutermann reveals four important thoughts for the coming year. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Apparel, Accessories & Footwear
The Apparel, Footwear and Accessories market is alive and well thanks to increased consumer spending in 2011. Plus, find out which companies hopped on the list when mainstays, like Liz Claiborne, made an exit. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Retail
Economic conditions and emerging technologies are forcing retailers to identify new ways to set themselves apart from the competition. Walmart, for example, stepped up supplier collaboration in more ways than one.