Consumer Attitudes & Behavior

CGT's readers rank the top technology providers of software/services for managing, monitoring and measuring internal and external social media communications/engagement.

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

CGT's readers rank the top technology providers of solutions for product management, including new product development, formulation, packaging, introduction and launch.

The expanded line now includes Cinnamon Sugar and Salted Caramel varieties.

As 2014 begins, Mintel identifies four trends that are set to hit the American consumer market, examines the areas of commercial opportunity for brands and predicts what consumers will be buying this year.

Sophisticated sweets, savory yogurt and bolder burgers are just three of the inspirational food trends to watch for in 2014 as identified by Campbells Culinary & Baking Institute (CCBI), a global network of highly-trained chefs, bakers and culinary professionals at Campbell Soup Company.

While Black Friday (and now Thanksgiving Day) is the traditional kick off to the brick-and-mortar holiday shopping season, both days continue to grow in importance online. Meanwhile, Cyber Monday reached $1.735 billion in desktop online spending, representing the heaviest online spending day in history.

The consumer products company teams with new mom Fergie on Universal Children's Day and marks the launch with donations to help two million children.