IT Integration

Executives from Kraft Foods and Safeway divulge ROI details from their collaborative data sharing initiatives, and add real-world context to findings of the 2013 Retail / Supplier Shared Data Study. Whether you have been working with downstream data for a while or are new to the effort, this discussion provides valuable insights.

Why are big data projects so essential? Because they can impact nearly every aspect of your business, from operational efficiencies and product development to customer interactions and management processes.

Earlier this week,Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. President and CEO Mike Duke assuredinvestors Walmart will win no matter what environment it's in. "When you go to our stores, you're going to see fantastic new merchandise, aggressive investments in price through lots of rollbacks and better in-stock levels. We're focusing on execution to deliver results." Here's a review of progress that's been made and Walmart's plans for the future.

CGT and Gartner Inc. bring you the latest data on technology adoption and trends in the consumer goods industry. Topics include downstream data, S&OP, digital marketing, innovation and a look at retailer attitudes toward emerging technology trends.

ScottsMiracle-Gro shares how and why it merged process transformation and IT groups together into a single organization, called Business Transformation. Plus, look inside the company's unique approach to developing high-performing leaders, managers and associates.

Traditional ERP no longer makes the cut, and companies are making major changes. Learn how to use cloud-based networks to connect with partners, increase visibility, and create a hyper-efficient global supply chain.

SPI and Shiloh Technologies combine to provide POS analytics from retailers to suppliers.

How to build role-based enterprise apps that last. Find out what Anheuser-Busch, McCormick, H.J. Heinz and others have discovered about long-term success with B2E apps.