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Transplaces software-as-a-solution transportation management system is expected to provide reduced transportation costs, increased visibility and greater operational efficiencies.

Born out of the Mobile Futures initiative, Prankstr and Betabox are expected to spark an entrepreneurial culture within the company.

The partnership involves sales and marketing efforts along with in-store support from major retailers.

The sale includes the brands Bifi, sold in Germany, Benelux, Austria and Switzerland, and Peperami, which retails in the UK and Ireland.

Retail Solutions Inc. announces its new retail reporting functionality tailored specifically for meeting the needs of the small-to-medium enterprise (SME) market.

"Everything I need to know... I learned in kindergarten," wrote author Robert Fulcrum. For Amanda Klane and Drew Harrington, those lessons included getting to know your fellow five-year-olds. Fast forward 18 years, and the former classmates would reunite to embrace the roller coaster ride that accompanied the launch of their fast-growth company, Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt.

Many brands are utilizing social media as a means to enhance consumer engagement and the overall brand experience, which adds tremendous value in terms of building trusted relationships. However, a new social media application has the potential to be much more powerful: consumer understanding. Julia Chen Davidson, global consumer products lead, IBM Institute for Business Value, explains how CG companies can take hold of this opportunity within their four walls.

CGT Executive Editor Alliston Ackerman gives you a sneak peek into the trends and topics discussed in this month's issue.