Robotics/Automation

Learn about their digital transformation investments across the supply chain — despite ongoing economic headwinds — and how these changes will trickle down to the end-consumer.

CGT parsed through a wealth of workforce trends and leadership announcements from the last year, and spoke with a number of industry experts, to formulate a list of job titles we see emerging in the future.

One of the most pressing questions on the minds of consumer goods executives took center stage last week as the National AI Advisory Committee (NAIAC) met to discuss the evolving state of U.S. artificial intelligence competitiveness and what AI means for the future of work.

Donnie King, president and chief executive officer, gave us a glimpse into the company’s plans during the latest earnings call. Automation is a key part of the initiative.

Learn how the new system is expected to fuel the company's growing direct-to-consumer business.

Expect humans to become the “nice to have” component of the work equation as the next wave of technological change — the one that will remedy inflation and restore global GDP growth — is delivered from the enterprise side of business. 

In this transcript of CGT’s latest webinar, Tom Madrecki of the Consumer Brands Association, and Lindsey Peters of Celonis discuss innovative strategies supply chain professionals can employ to bolster resilience, build stronger networks, and meet future demand.

Chemical and cosmetics company Kao have overhauled their online sales, logistics and return-order processes with a view to keeping up with rising e-commerce demand.

The two food companies have both invested in Soft Robotics, a tech provider that marries AI, 3D vision soft grasping technology.

Amazon is testing out a new class of AI-powered, self-navigating robots in their fulfillment centers. The next-generation robots will be able to roam freely, helping associates transport oversized and bulky items around the harder-to-navigate parts of the facility. 

The Heineken Company has taken this to the next level, embarking on a connected ecosystem for data providing easy access to the insights that are allowing the company to innovate with speed and agility.