Supply Chain

Valued at $6.8 billion, the deal is another alternative to a recently proposed offer from Pilgrims Pride, and is also subject to the termination of Hillshire's previous merger agreement with Pinnacle.

Previously at Schwans, the exec helped revitalize the pizza business by repositioning iconic brands like Red Baron and Freschetta, including launching new advertising and bringing consumer driven innovation.

Governing bodies around the world are enforcing new rules that require better traceability, improved visibility and more efficient process standardization from food and beverage manufacturers. Learn how to achieve a more holistic supply chain to keep up with this changing landscape.

CG companies are in need of an overhaul. Historically, it was logical to structure a multinational's operations on the basis of geography, but this way of working is no longer fit for purpose due to factors such as globalization and different levels of digital maturity. At the same time, companies now require much more sophisticated approaches to engage and excite their customers.

Brand new research from CGT and IDC Manufacturing Insights examines the substantial progress that consumer goods companies are making in the areas of trade promotion management, downstream data, consumer engagement and S&OP.

Sun-Maid kicks off its "Snack 'n' Read" promotion with HarperCollins picture book offer and sweepstakes.

The new CEO previously served as chief executive of AdvancePierre Foods and president of Pinnacle.

CGT proudly presents its newest class of Visionaries; 11 consumer goods professionals who are shaping the future of their companies with unprecedented business and technology initiatives.