Marketing Tactics

Reflecting the rapidly increasing demand for bolder, more intense flavor experiences, the McCormick Flavor Forecast 2015 pinpoints adventurous global tastes on the rise, like Japanese 7 Spice (Shichimi Togarashi), as well as an appreciation for the robust flavors developed in slow-simmered dishes from around the world.

The new candy section, best described as a store within a store, has shown in testing that it can lift confection category sales for retailers by strong double digits.

Its latest new cereals reflect what many of today's consumers are seeking: great taste, innovative ingredients, more protein, less sugar, and options that are gluten-free.

With Facebook growing rapidly as a powerful consumer touch point, Dr Pepper set out to revamp its social media program. What happened next was nothing short of miraculous. In just 15 months, Dr Pepper's Facebook fan count skyrocketed from one million to 10 million.

CGT Editor Ali Ackerman Orr gives you a sneak peek into the trends and topics discussed in this month's issue.

Once again, RSi had the pleasure of moderating the Downstream Data Share Group at this years CGT Business Technology Leadership event. We were excited to have a great group of participants from all different backgrounds, sharing and collaborating on Creating Digital Demand in store. Weve seen the retail landscape become increasingly digitized and customer centric and felt it was time to discuss promotions that touch every phase of the path to purchase.

Nestle USA's retail partners have come to expect a high level of insight-driven information to drive growth, not only for the global company's diverse range of consumer products, but more importantly, for the strategies and plans that help grow their categories overall.

How will your company engage a billion new middle class consumers in emerging markets?