Data & Analytics

In recent decades, consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies grown through expansion into new markets harnessing the power of their global brands, or through localization and in-market execution. In other cases, they have delivered profitability through global efficiency programs like ERP and global business services. In the future, CPG leaders will embrace a new era of value creation by finding the right balance of all three.

The additional reorganization plans are expected to enhance organization efficiency and streamline processes.

While traditional IT spend is on the decline, manufacturers must update their cloud roadmaps to ensure their investments benefit the business.

AFS Retail Execution aims to provide the flexibility and configurability sales executives need to respond to an ever-changing consumer goods market landscape.

Saying Walmart is the biggest IT investor in retail might raise a few eyebrows, but most people would likely shrug their shoulders and respond with "well that makes sense." But according to the latest research from IDC, Walmart is not only the biggest IT spender in retail, but is the biggest investor in IT across industries worldwide.

CGT Editor Alarice Rajagopal gives you a sneak peek into the trends and topics discussed in this month's issue.

Supply Chain Insights Founder, Lora Cecere explains how mid-market companies master the art of data-driven processes.

With a supply chain that includes 800 finished goods items, 2,000 raw materials SKUs, four factories in Sweden, 23 production lines, and many more complexities -- inventory control is no easy feat. That's why Findus uses actionable insights to take back control of its inventory.