Manufacturing

The acquisition is expected to build on its strategy to expand in the fast-growing 'better-for-you' snacks segment.

To position the company for future growth, Kraft Foods Group, Inc. has made several management changes. These newly created leadership positions reflect the company's commitment to accelerating the pace of change and improving execution.

Del Papa Distributing connects 2000+ devices and sensors and disparate workforce, and integrates warehouse systems and processes for improved product and service.

Kimberly-Clark Corporation has appointed Sandra MacQuillan to the newly created position of SVP, Global Supply Chain -- she will be joining the company in the second quarter.

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Imagine a world where physical objects exchange knowledge and cooperate together like teammates to achieve unparalleled business efficiency. From textile looms to shipping pallets to store shelves, everything in the supply chain would sync, automatically, to optimize operations.

Disruption. A characterization of Coca-Cola's lower tech, but startling entry into fluid milk with its Fairlife brand -- presenting the potential to upend how business is done in the dairy case, but also in other highly commoditized supermarket categories like meat and produce.

The innovation engine for many companies is clearly sputtering. While improving consumer insight and portfolio management discipline is a clear necessity, Accenture believes equal focus should be put on improving R&D operations to become more effective and efficient.