Strategy

T3Ci, an RFID analytics and applications company, processed its billionth RFID tag read during the month of February 2007.

Playtex Products Inc. acquired the stock of Tiki Hut Holding Company Inc., the owner of Hawaiian Tropic sun care -- a move that is in line with Playtex's acquisition strategy to acquire products in its core categories that promote growth internationally.

H-E-B deploys Eqos sourcing and supplier chain management software.

Clarkston Consulting releases a study revealing what executives in the consumer products (CP) industry say are the top market challenges facing their companies in the next 12 to 24 months.

Dean Foods Company appoints Rachel Cullen to the newly-created position of senior vice president and chief operating officer, Ice Cream.

The fast-growing independent energy drink company, Bliss Beverage, announces a major agreement with Wal-Mart that will significantly increase distribution of Socko Energy beverages in the United States.

MEGA Brands Inc. names Kathleen Campisano as executive vice-president and chief marketing officer.

Charlotte Russe selects GSI Commerce as its e-commerce partner. GSI Commerce is providing Web site design, customer care and fulfillment services.