Supply Chain

From humble storefront beginnings in 1971, Powell's Books has grown into one of the world's great bookstores in the Portland metropolitan area. To streamline warehouse operations, Powells Books sought out new mobile devices.

The company is exploring options for a new corporate name that will better reflect its focus on building and growing three global lifestyle brands Juicy Couture, Lucky Brand and kate spade.

With a global presence in more than 60 countries Amway's complex supply chain network required a global warehouse management platform that would improve inventory management and traceability, increase throughput and standardize business processes worldwide. Here, Deb Parm, director, North American Logistics, tells Amways story to WMS success.

Leading international futurist Jim Carroll will deliver the keynote address at this years Consumer Goods Business & Technology Leadership Conference. Carroll is widely recognized as a thought leader and authority on global trends, rapid business model change, business transformation during economic uncertainty and the necessity for fast-paced innovation.

The Orvis Company announces the launch of its iPhone and Android rich apps powered by mobile commerce company Digby.

The former McCormick & Company executive brings 20+ years of experience to Morton Salt.

Thought leaders from Kimberly-Clark, Dean Foods, Del Monte and E&J Gallo Winery join an all star cast of presenters for the 2011 Consumer Goods Business & Technology Leadership Conference.