Sales & Marketing

Innovation, in all of its forms, is one of General Mills' key growth drivers. In 2005, General Mills identified a corporate focus on open innovation as a key strategic priority. This led to the 2007 launch of General Mills' Worldwide Innovation Network (G-WIN), which was designed to accelerate the innovation advances that were already underway inside the company.

Just like the consumer goods success stories before them, each one of CGT's 20 standout SMB companies demonstrates the vision and determination needed to drive exponential growth and deliver innovative product offerings.

Calvinklein.com expands its operations to include on-line sales of Calvin Klein 'better' apparel, accessories, as well as products for the home.

Russell Evans, Vice President - Product Leadership Global Business Intelligence for The Nielsen Company, provides his thoughts on how companies can successfully manage data through analytics today and beyond.

CGT interviews Lisa Midyette, executive director of global marketing project integration for Avon Products Inc., about how the company automated the new product development process to manage innovation on a global scale.

A new partnership will help Unilever make category recommends to key retail partners.

CGT Publisher Lori Castle gives you a sneak peek into the trends and topics discussed in this month's issue.

A fine mist formula aims to deliver all-in-one freshness benefit, eliminating odors in fabrics and air.