Manufacturing

Successful new product launches are typically one of the top goals for CG executives, yet this process is one of the most complex. This month, CGT and Sopheon surveyed the industry to determine where process and technology improvements are needed most.

Like most small companies, innovation is a vital part of Snack Factory's business strategy for its Pretzel Crisps brand. Here's how the company entered the growing Bold & Spicy category in record time.

Innovationedge Founder Cheryl Perkins offers guidance for mastering the art of co-created innovation.

A comparison chart of solution providers to the 2011 consumer goods industry in the areas of PLM, PIM, portfolio management and much more. Plus, industry experts address market trends and challenges.

Henkel doubles production of Purex Complete Crystals Softener to accommodate runaway consumer demand for the product.

justWink offers the next generation of greeting card shoppers a connection with the mobile world for the first time.

Just like in the movies, the use of virtual reality to conduct market research is fast becoming a common practice among consumer product manufacturers and retailers. P&G first began using virtual reality tools in 1997. Today, its virtual solutions program delivers actionable consumer and shopper insights at a fraction of the cost and time spent on traditional market research methods.

Michael Angelo's improved its already strong manufacturing capabilities to compete effectively in meeting the consumer-driven demand for good-tasting, quality prepared foods.