Network of Executive Women Adjusts Board of DirectorsThe Network of Executive Women has named a new chair and seven new members to its board of directors. Buzzing About the NRF ShowHaving fully embraced omnichannel retailing, the industry is (finally) prepared to undertake the steps necessary to succeed at it. CGT presents some first-blush reaction to this year's event. Editor's Note: Putting Our Fears to Rest An overview of the content published this month as part of CGT's December 2017 issue. Plus, a link to the digital edition. SMB Market Award 2017 Tiesta Tea is not a traditional consumer goods company — although its knack for scoring distribution deals with the likes of Target would make any old-school CPG envious. Target Buys Shipt Home Delivery Service The deal expedites the retailer's efforts to quickly and efficiently bring same-day delivery service to consumers across the U.S. The Iceberg That Could Sink Traditional Brands A host of factors have formed a looming iceberg that threatens to sink well-established CPGs who can't adapt to sea changes in the marketplace. Best Buy Bets on Amazon for Voice Shopping Best Buy unveiled its first voice shopping capabilities ahead of the winter holidays through a partnership with Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant. SodaStream Fruit Drops Hits Retail Stores The move comes after SodaStream's entire line of natural unsweetened essences sold out just two weeks after being introduced on the brand's website. SC Johnson Sweeps Up Method, Ecover The successful niche brands give SCJ a stronger connection with environmentally friendly consumers. Target Buys Delivery Logistics Platform Acquiring technology company Grand Junction will expand the retailer's e-commerce fulfillment capabilities — including same-day delivery. First Previous 12 13 14 15 16 Next Last
