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- 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. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Packaged Goods
No. 1 player P&G made progress toward its purpose-inspired growth strategy, while Unilever reported gains in its transformation to a sustainable growth company. Most of the companies on this list followed their lead with modest sales gains in 2011. - 12/11/2012
2012 Innovation, Business & Technology Awards
<em>CGT</em> honors Chobani, Coca-Cola Refreshments, Kimberly-Clark, Phoenix Brands and TrashCo for excellence in five award categories. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Pharmaceuticals
Pfizer Inc. knocked out some competition in the OTC pharmaceutical market when it acquired Wyeth's consumer healthcare brands in 2009. How has the Centrum-brand owner performed compared to the competition since? - 12/11/2012
Time Out for Thanks
CGT Editor Alliston Ackerman gives you a sneak peek into the trends and topics discussed in this month's issue. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Beverages
Merger and acquisitions continue to transform the beverage list year after year, but growth remains steady for the majority. Look back at how the major beverage leaders grew market share in 2011. - 12/10/2012
Top Food & Beverage Trends to Watch in 2013
From fresher frozen meals to food trucks for dogs, consumers can expect to see a variety of interesting trends to tickle the tummy in 2013. Nestl, the worlds leading nutrition, health and wellness company, recently issued some predictions destined to please the palates of all family members, including pets.<br /> - 12/10/2012
Kellogg Fuels Innovation with Consumer Insights
New product launches continue the momentum generated by other recent new breakfast products, including Krave cereal, which was the most successful cereal launch in the category in the last 20 years.<br />