IT Integration

Lawrence Kurzius will also have the responsibility for several of the company's corporate functions, including IT, Supply Chain, R&D and Quality Assurance.

The deal with TABS Group, Inc. is expected to help Prestige Brands measure, plan and optimize its promotional spending.

CGT presents the new class of Visionaries 11 consumer goods leaders who are shaping the future of their companies with unprecedented business and technology initiatives. Ranging from senior executives at major firms to pioneers at innovative mid-market companies, the 2013 Visionaries share inside details on how they are collaboratively bringing big picture ideas to life.

A new technology implementation helps Nestl effectively provide insights that lead to better collaboration with retail customers while also helping deliver sales and category solutions for the shopper.

Lafley succeeds Robert A. Bob McDonald, who is retiring from the company on June 30, 2013, after 33 years of service.

The two candidates were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the advancement and adoption of GS1 Standards - the most broadly used supply chain standards globally.

Planning accuracy is key to maintaining Dannon's leadership in the yogurt market. And armed with new insights, the company will now attempt to challenge Chobani for the No. 1 spot in the highly competitive, fast growing Greek yogurt market.

In today's difficult economic climate, packaging innovation from design to shelf is more important than ever to drive business growth considering that more than 75 percent of purchase decisions occur in store. Experts in the field reveal real-world insights, borrowed from Coca-Cola, LOreal and Amcor, for ensuring that your products packaging helps to close the deal with the consumer.