Supply Chain & Merchandising

The annual New Product Pacesetters report from Information Resources Inc. is an analysis of the most successful new consumer packaged goods brands launched in 2003-2004, plus the factors driving their success and key consumer purchase trends to watch in 2005.

Coffee Bean International brews a robust analytics strategy to satisfy 2,000 accounts

PUMA pounces on predictive analytics to better manage product demand

Handheld capabilities streamline re-order process and reduce stock outs

The combination of innovative products and EDI helps Mixed Emotions gain entry into 250+ retail doors

With mandates beat, Pacific Cycle changes direction to gain value from RFID using the right tech partners

Effective trade promotion boosts a product's success, but ensuring any particular campaign meets that goal can be a challenge.

For the Demand Driven Supply Network (DDSN) to truly make in-roads, collaboration must become a common practice within the consumer goods industry.