Manufacturing

Del Monte Inventory Metrics Beat Industry Average
In an effort to enhance a lean and responsive supply chain, Del Monte Foods has implemented a demand-driven inventory planning service from Real Time Value Network, provided by One Network Enterprises. The solution is expected to lower inventories and operational costs, improve service, and increase profitability.
Hallmark Shares Product Portfolio Management Strategies
There are many reasons why your company can't afford to miss product launch windows. So, how do successful companies hit launch windows consistently? It all starts at the beginning of the innovation process. Here, Hallmark outlines its path to success, and Tech-Clarity Founder Jim Brown, reveals key findings from the 3rd Product Portfolio Management Benchmark Study.

General Mills Improves its Health Profile

The largest General Mills health advancements in fiscal 2012 include increasing whole grain and reducing sodium.
CPG Companies Step Up Mobile Marketing

Consumer package goods companies are starting to get more innovative in using mobile applications, including rich media ads and QR codes, to have a more direct relationship with consumers. Find out the challenges these companies face when it comes to marketing budgets, and which are leading the way with mobile marketing.
PepsiCo Names SVP, Global Strategy and Planning

The new SVP brings extensive experience from ABC News and will be responsible for synchronizing, coordinating and planning the company's communications efforts worldwide.
ConAgra Completes Acquisition of Unilever Business

The addition of Bertolli and P.F. Changs Home Menu frozen meals expands ConAgra Foods presence in the freezer case.
J&J Consumer Companies Boosts Ingredient Transparency

Visitors to the site will find information about some of the topics that have been in the news, like the role of preservatives and fragrances.
Frito-Lay Offers New Resources for Gluten Free Snacks

In May, the company announced a multi-year initiative to validate many of their products as gluten free, with labeling to follow.
PepsiCo Americas Beverages Names New President

Prior to joining PepsiCo, Debra Crew worked for companies such as Mars, Inc., Kraft Foods, and Nestle. As part of the new structure, the company will name new leaders at Gatorade and Western Europe in the coming weeks.
Starbucks Partners for Mobile Payments

Starbucks Coffee Company and Square, announce a broad partnership that aims to bring the best possible payment experience to both sides of the Starbucks counter.

Del Monte Inventory Metrics Beat Industry Average

Hallmark Shares Product Portfolio Management Strategies

General Mills Improves its Health Profile

CPG Companies Step Up Mobile Marketing

PepsiCo Names SVP, Global Strategy and Planning

ConAgra Completes Acquisition of Unilever Business

J&J Consumer Companies Boosts Ingredient Transparency

Frito-Lay Offers New Resources for Gluten Free Snacks

PepsiCo Americas Beverages Names New President

Starbucks Partners for Mobile Payments