Supply Chain

New Product Introduction
Successful new product launches are typically one of the top goals for CG executives, yet this process is one of the most complex. This month, CGT and Sopheon surveyed the industry to determine where process and technology improvements are needed most.
Social Listening
Innovationedge Founder Cheryl Perkins offers guidance for mastering the art of co-created innovation.

Amway Does the Twist

NUTRILITE Fruits & Vegetables 2GO Twist Tubes provide the natural antioxidant equivalent of two of the nine to 13 recommended servings of fruits and vegetables a day in a convenient, squeezable tube.
Windex is Going Miniature

The launch of Windex Mini comes on the heels of Johnson's speech at the 2011 Fortune Brainstorm Green conference in April 2011.
P&G Shapes the Store

Just like in the movies, the use of virtual reality to conduct market research is fast becoming a common practice among consumer product manufacturers and retailers. P&G first began using virtual reality tools in 1997. Today, its virtual solutions program delivers actionable consumer and shopper insights at a fraction of the cost and time spent on traditional market research methods.
2011 Product Innovation Solutions

A comparison chart of solution providers to the 2011 consumer goods industry in the areas of PLM, PIM, portfolio management and much more. Plus, industry experts address market trends and challenges.
Michael Angelo's Leads with ERP-Enabled Innovation

Michael Angelo's improved its already strong manufacturing capabilities to compete effectively in meeting the consumer-driven demand for good-tasting, quality prepared foods.
Kraft Gives Oreo a Makeover

To help launch the new cookie, the OREO Brand has enlisted the help of both OREO fans and Team DSRL, including Shaquille O'Neal, Eli Manning Venus Williams, Apolo Ohno and of course, Stufy, the DSRL mascot.
Black & Decker Gets a New Grip on Innovation

Black & Decker satisfies a do-it-yourself consumer need with the introduction of the SureGrip All-In-One Laser Level.
2011 Consultant Services

A comparison chart of consultancies serving the 2011 consumer goods industry. Plus, thought leaders talk top-of-mind topics and trends in roundtable format.