Manufacturing

The need to evaluate market scenarios and drive supply chain decisions based on a clear understanding of what will drive profit and then align that to brand, category and target consumer profile strategies has never been more important.

VMI programs have been in place at CG companies for years, but leaders are just now asking: How can I gain more value? The Dannon Company Inc. seems to have the answer as it pursues VMI as a strategic initiative to strengthen retailer relationships and grow sales. Get the inside scoop here.

In the first three months, Kimberly-Clark has already realized $10 million in additional revenue by avoiding out-of-stock scenarios.

With RightNow, Specialized delivers personalized customer communications, which increase Web traffic to featured product pages by 30 percent.

IBM is working with more than 2000 global and local brands such as global food producer Danone and 1-800-FLOWERS to ensure they are marketing to the right audience at the right time.

Consumers can visit www.SaferProducts.gov to submit reports of harm or risks of harm, and to search for safety information on products they own or may be considering buying.

M-Factor is a software-as-a-service company that enables consumer products companies to continuously analyze, forecast, and optimize marketing investments and trade spend.

With a new solution, FX Luminaire saves countless hours by improving its workflow process, cuts costs by 75 percent on supplies every month as well as recycles inkjet cartridges, following to the companys sustainability initiatives.