The Pulse -- September 2005In its attempts to better compete with industry leader Nike, adidas-Salomon AG will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Reebok International Ltd. for approximately $3.8 billion. Collaborative Product Development How to ensure successful product launches Fishing For Simplicity A flexible solution allows Marine Depot to take control of inventory Sweeping Business Value From RFID Electrolux looks toward an entirely RFID-capable supply chain, from point of manufacture to the store floor Under Construction Major Brands ensures manual labor is a burden of the past Special Reports: Seal of Disapproval The progress of RFID-enabled container standards hits a snag. Responding to Shopper Trends Procter & Gamble wields the power of demand signals to tap shifting tastes of consumers The Pulse -- August 2005 The successful private-label business of Staples Inc. dates back to the 1990s. Spreading The Wealth ConAgra Foods drives effective pricing and promotions with flexible CRM tools Insights: Going Out for Milk in 2020 From preference profiles to fingerprint scanning, the shopping experience will eventually become a "no brainer" for consumers First Previous 1025 1026 1027 1028 1029 Next Last