Supply Chain

While a fickle economy forced many retailers into challenging periods of deep discounting, some top retail brands have stayed above the fray. In a recent survey of Americans about brands across several retail segments, Walgreens emerged as the first ever drugstore brand of the year; Target stores was top-ranked for second straight year; and Woot.com replaced Groupon as the best daily deal web site.

The supplier of kefir cultured dairy products is nearly tripling distribution in Target stores as well as adding new Lifeway products to Target's dairy cases.

In a final letter to the Avon Products, Inc. Board of Directors, Coty Inc. states that it is withdrawing its $10.7 billion offer, concluding its high-profile effort to take over a larger rival.

Recently, a CPG social forum asked the question Is Big Data the most dominant theme this year in our industry?If you look at the amount of coverage Big Data is getting, it well may be. However, when browsing through the literature on the topic, I realized that people may be forgetting about the most obvious Big Data opportunity.

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

In conjunction with the launch, GREY GOOSE Vodka premiered its national TV campaign in April on Comedy Central, ESPN, USA, TBS, TNT, ABC on Jimmy Kimmel, BET, among others.

Each of the salsas is inspired by the flavors and textures found in authentic Mexican restaurants and is intended to appeal to people who want to enjoy a dining-out experience in the comfort of their own homes.

Tough economic conditions and smarter consumers have made today's business environment highly competitive. Capitalizing on future opportunities requires a faster, leaner organization. Do you know how to become future ready in today's post-recession landscape?