Technology

Among optimistic and pessimistic shoppers alike, all indications point to continued frugality and conservatism in 2012. From new product development and technology to store layouts and consumer shopping patterns, here are a few trends that CPG marketers need to actively respond to with products and strategies in 2012.

The Hain Celestial Group announces over 40 new grocery products were launched at Natural Products Expo West earlier this month.

With limited visibility into its trade spend activity, Weetabix' trade-driven organization was challenged to access specific product or brand information from spreadsheets and settle deductions efficiently.

V.5.0 is based on Salients visual data mining solution, an investigative paradigm that is expected to put the specific user in immediate control of all possible data relevant to any given situation.

Kimberly-Clark Corporation announces executive changes that further enhance its focus to deliver its global business plan commitments and drive global expansion.

Key functionality in the new system from HighJump, includes order management, inventory management, route settlement, pricing, promotions and more.

Unilever's Open Innovation team launched a new online platform, which asks experts to help the company find technical solutions it needs to achieve its ambition of doubling the size of its business.

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