Supply Chain & Merchandising

Jarden Corporation, a global consumer products company, announces it will acquire Waddington Group, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium disposable tableware, for approximately $1.35 billion.

Walgreens Boots Alliance has acquired skincare brand Liz Earle from Avon for 140 million pounds.

PepsiCo, Inc. announces a series of leadership appointments that support the company's global business priorities and growth strategies, including a new vice chairman.

Through Red Qiubo, Grupo Bimbo provides small businesses with the necessary technology to accept digital payments in their operations.

Walmart is hoping to improve product information available online, especially from social media sources, with its Product Content Collection System, which will facilitate the supplier sending their catalog directly to the company.

AT&T Advanced Services will connect more than 4,500 LVMH locations worldwide in a multi-million dollar agreement.

Lululemon Athletica inc. has appointed a new Executive Vice President of Digital.The news comes on the tail of the company reporting a 31 percent increase in its e-commerce channel in the first quarter.

ConAgra Foods announces it plans to exit Private Brands through the divestiture of its Private Brands operations.