Logistics

Local produce partnerships save big bucks for retailers such as Wal-Mart, A&Pand their consumers.

With growing concerns about the environment, studies show thatcustomers are buying more environmentally-friendly products. As aresult, companies are using less packaging, which now means morebenefits for the earth. Find out how companies such as PepsiCo, HP,Coca-Cola, Nestl Waters North America and Kraft Foods are followingthe consumer trend to lean toward green.

While some companies are just beginning to implement best green practices, Nestle Waters North America has made it an important part of its business for more than a decade.

Kraft announced that its new, built-to-suit 800,000-square-foot building located in Morris, Ill. was recognized for advanced environmental design by the U.S. Green Building Council, a building industry nonprofit group that promotes sustainable development.

The majority of consumer goods companies are getting serious about sustainability. Here, Robert Byrne, president and CEO of Terra Technology, talks about how demand-driven planning can reduce waste and slow climate change.

After a recent expansion in products and retail clientele, Burt's Bees was challenged to maximize supply chain operations while staying true to its promise to protect the environment.

Late last week, UHF Gen 2 RFID solutions provider Impinj Inc. announced the acquisition of Intel Corporation's RFID operation. This deal may be just one of the many examples of vendor consolidation that will ultimately lead to innovative RFID solution offerings at lower prices.

Approximately 600 jobs will be eliminated as El Dorado facility converts to supply plant. The company also plans to close distribution center in El Paso, Texas.