IT Integration

As more CG companies strive to leverage newly available data, they realize what a daunting task it actually is due to the sheer volume of data. The Coca-Cola Company is leading the way and recently detailed its successful use of such data, including benefits across multiple processes.

The new software from NGC will be implemented worldwide as a strategic PLM and global sourcing solution for all of the company's regions and brands.

The luxury fashion footwear brand's management team identified business systemsas a key driver in their goal to strengthen brand awareness andincrease market share.

To help clients contend with ongoing economic uncertainty and boost returns from their IT investments, Cognizant has created a methodology to accurately capture and assess the long-term business value of outsourcing applications development and maintenance. Our "Return on Outsourcing" white paper shows how to measure the cost advantages and business benefits of outsourcing.

A series of well planned, short-term IT decisions has never been more important than during trying economic times. We are finding that with firms being focused on survival they are increasingly looking to IT to help get them through the downturn. We outline six classes of business support on which IT leaders should focus to prepare your company for the next growth cycle.

Working with EDS, Kraft Foods is now positioned to rely on clearly documented IT services and processes that are expected to support its targets of growth, innovation and cost reduction.

How globalization -- coupled with the current tumultuous economic environment -- is affecting the marketing practices at leading consumer goods companies.

Wells' Dairy expands the company's virtualized environment to form the basis of a more efficient IT infrastructure and increase the cost savings it had already achieved.