Supply Chain

The 7 Keys to Creating Consumable Content
In a digital and omnichannel world, consumers have access to more information than ever before, and consumer goods companies have to keep up with content they need for all of their brands. That is why this month, CGT asks EnterWorks CEO Rick Chavie about creating consumable content through a robust product information management platform.
Straight Talk: Innovation
Most consumer goods companies have traditional R&D organizations that are driven by marketing and operations and completely focused on new product innovation. Yet, the word innovation has become more of a charter or strategic goal as companies strive to innovate in process areas across the business, even challenging fundamental business models. This months Straight Talk takes a look at how innovation can lead to success beyond product extensions and how new thinking can disrupt the status quo.

The Right Blend

About 12 years ago, McCormick & Company, Inc. embarked on an initiative to develop close, collaborative relationships with a number of its retailers and national food wholesaler customers. This initiative evolved into its customer collaboration platform, which has allowed McCormick to develop formal vendor managed inventory relationships today, among many other unexpected benefits along its supply chain.
How Do I Improve Results in Supply Chain Planning?

Did you know that only one in three companies is satisfied with its demand and supply chain planning solution? Here, Supply Chain Insights Founder Lora Cecere shares insights on how to avoid the pitfalls.
2016 Forecasting Benchmark Study: Highlights

E2open's Forecasting Benchmark Study is an in-depth analysis of the state of demand planning for Consumer Products. See how your forecasting performance compares to leaders.
The Omni-Returns Experience: Anywhere, Anytime The Consumer Is in Charge

This whitepaper details how return policies are changing to increase customers brand loyalty and identifies which strategies are the most effective to improve customer satisfaction and achieve higher recovery value.
Manufacturers to Rely More on Big Data Analytics

A recent survey indicates most manufacturers plan to increase investments in data analytics over the next year, even while delaying other technology investments.
New USDA Food Database Supports Industry Transparency

Food manufacturers can benefit from using the latest version to develop new product formulations and support information transparency consumers are looking for.
General Mills to Close Progresso Soup Plant

The fiscal 2018 closure will impact about 370 employees.
Building a Platform for Growth

Chris Hobson, vice president, Global Business Technologies at VF Corporation, writes about the companys latest complex technology project Acadia. With more than 30 brands, 63,000 associates, 1,500 retail stores and $12.4 billion in revenue, VF is highly diversified across brands, products, distribution channels and geographies. Here, the company creates one comprehensive technology platform that powers its back-end processes for all eight of its outdoor and action sports brands.