VANTAGE POINT: From Reactive to ProactiveMitigating the Risk of Overseas Manufacturing Vision Chain Software Now SAP-EndorsedVision Chain's consumer products solution together with SAP applications are expected to drive reduced forecast error, reduced out-of-stocks, and improved collaboration with retailers through a demand-driven supply network. Nike Extends IT Outsourcing Contract Nike agrees to a five-year contract extension to obtain its information technology outsourcing services. Mars Buys Wrigley for $23 Billion Mars and Wrigley are expected to have a strong foundation of brands in six categories. 3M to Expand Manufacturing in Singapore 3M accelerates growth in the Asia market with a new manufacturing facility in Singapore, to be completed in 2009. Nestle Opens New Probiotics Production Facility Nestle concentrates on the new-generation probiotics market with the opening a new production facility in Konolfingen, Switzerland. Procter & Gamble Introduces Febreze Decor With more design-minded people in the consumer goods market, Febreze introduces a new line of bottles to keep outside of cabinets and pantries. SAP, LXE and Naurtech Always Stay Connected Mobile logistics business, LXE Inc., chooses SAP solution for computer product line to mobilize supply chain transactions. Kidde Residential Chooses Optimization Solution Fire safety products manufacturer, Kidde Residential, implements a ToolsGroup optimization solution to improve its sales and operation planning process. Philip Morris Buys Imperial Tobacco Trademarks Philip Morris announces acquisition of certain Imperial Tobacco Group brands to strengthen its presence in the European market. First Previous 739 740 741 742 743 Next Last
