Corporate Governance

Welcome to the Watch List, where we highlight new, emerging, and creative consumer goods manufacturers and retailers that are leveraging technology for innovative purposes and results. Learn about Volcanica Coffee.

Consumer goods companies have traditionally viewed the supply chain as a necessary evil to be effectively managed to reduce unnecessary expenses. But more companies, including Kellogg’s and PDC Brands, are exploring how it can be transformed into a revenue center. 

Economic uncertainty won’t keep business leaders from spending on their digital transformations, according to Gartner’s latest projection. 

Natural soap and personal care brand Dr. Squatch is building out its end-to-end supply chain strategy and channeling efforts into localized warehousing, logistics, and transportation operations.

Data democratization may be one of the most common pain points across consumer goods and retail organizations. Watch to learn how PepsiCo shares the consumer insights gleaned from its Pepviz data science practice across the company.

Experimentation, failure, and learning are crucial ingredients in innovation. As a leader, are you ready to fail? Does failure scare you? Or are you willing to take the risk to reap the rewards?

Speaking at the most recent League of Leaders gathering SAS’ VP of data ethics, Reggie Townsend discussed how businesses today can harness the sociotechnical space while making sure there's ample space for the human to show up too.

Melissa Berscheid, senior director of member marketing and technology at Ulta Beauty, and consultant Chris Padgett, shared what makes for a great consumer experience at RIS and CGT’s most recent League of Leaders meeting. See the actionable strategies.