Top 10 Apparel Manufacturers of 2018Commonalities among the 10 most profitable apparel manufacturers on this list (courtesy of sister publication Apparel) point largely to the effective use of shopper-centric technology. GE Appliances Gets Smart Home Assist from Google The Haier division is simplifying its smart home services through a direct connection to Google Home. Perrigo Launches Private Label Imodium Rival The launch is yet another indication that private label is gaining steam in the U.S. Levi Strauss Eyes Innovation with Executive Changes Merging the retail and e-commerce functions is one way the classic jeans brand is seeking to refit the company for growth. Blockchain: Farm to Consumer is a Journey of Trust The advent of blockchain technology is making it possible for consumer goods makers to create food value chains that deliver trust and transparency. Tip of the Spear Technology: Competitoor CGT looks at emerging technologies that offer unique solutions to consumer goods companies seeking to transform their organizations. This week: price intelligence tool Competitoor. Smucker Ships Off Doughboy, Other Brands to Hometown Foods Investor-backed Hometown Foods now owns the Pillsbury, Funfetti, Hungry Jack, White Lily, Jim Dandy and Martha White baking brands. Coca-Cola Buys Regional Soda Brand The beverage giant expanded its portfolio of up-and-coming brands with New England's Moxie. Kroger Goes Back to College to Foster Innovation The supermarket company will operate an innovation lab within the University of Cincinnati to nurture future talent and tech. Nestle, Coke Make Bolder Moves into Coffee Nestlé expands its offerings by becoming Starbucks' retail partner; Coca-Cola dives into the category by acquiring UK-based Costa. First Previous 264 265 266 267 268 Next Last
