Product Innovation

Boston Beer Goes DTC for First Time With Non-Alcoholic Product Line
The manufacturer of brands like Samuel Adams, Twisted Tea, Truly Hard Seltzer, Angry Orchard, and Dogfish Head has launched its first direct-to-consumer effort with a new non-alcoholic product line.
Danone Leans Into Consumer Insights for Yogurt Packaging Revamp
CGT connected with Rafael Acevedo, president and GM of the Yogurt Business Unit at Danone North America, who gave us a look at the R&D process behind the company’s new patent-pending recyclable yogurt cup shape.

Nike Sports Research Lab Expedites Product Innovation With AI and 4D Motion Capture

Nike is ramping up product innovation this summer, supporting its efforts through a tech-powered Sports Research Lab. Get more details.
Getting Tactical With Tech and Data in Consumer-First Product Development

CPGs like Colgate-Palmolive and General Mills are recalibrating product development with tech to be even more consumer-centric. Get the details.
Kraft Heinz Promotes Alan Kleinerman to VP, Global Head of Innovation

The Kraft Heinz Company is furthering its commitment to enterprise-wide innovation, promoting Alan Kleinerman to a new, global role.
The Future of Flavor: Exploring AI's Role in Food Design and Development

With AI becoming more mainstream, the food industry is embracing innovative AI technology to stay ahead of the innovation curve. Let’s explore how AI can accelerate innovation in the food science space.
Diageo’s Mora Ambrey to Talk Insights-Powered Innovation at Analytics Unite

Ambrey will be speaking at the “Transforming Insights Into Products and Experiences” session, joining Binu Varghese from SpartanNash, Murat Genc of Whirlpool Corporation, and Andy Walter of AJW-Advisory LLC.
Mars Doubles Down on Innovation With New R&D Studio

Mars, Inc., is investing $70 million in manufacturing, opening a research and development innovation studio with a test kitchen, chocolate production facility, and packaging lab.
Wilson Sporting Goods Develops More Agile Manufacturing Processes With 3D Printing

Sports equipment company Wilson Sporting Goods is advancing its product development capabilities by tapping 3D printing technology. Get the details from Glen Mason, director of advanced manufacturing.
In Search of Snacks: Mondelez Details Today’s Discovery Trends

SEO still matters, at least when it comes to snack discovery.