Business opportunities with functional sodas
Functional sodas have emerged as a new trend in the beverage industry, offering a unique blend of taste and health benefits. These sodas are infused with various functional ingredients that aim to enhance physical and mental well-being. With the growing consumer demand for healthier alternatives, the market for functional sodas is ripe with business opportunities. […]
How to Achieve Success with Co-Manufacturing Partnerships
Snack brands know how challenging it can be to scale up production and reach a wider market. You may have a great product, but do you have the resources, equipment, and expertise to produce it in large quantities and meet the demands of your customers? That’s where co-manufacturing comes in. Co-manufacturing is a process where […]
ESG vs. Savings: Where to Place Your Bets for Sustainable Success?
In a world where sustainability is no longer a buzzword but a fundamental aspect of doing business, the choices we make in procurement have far-reaching implications. Last week, we had the privilege of participating in the 20th Live University Procurement and Sourcing Forum, in São Paulo, Brazil. The event gathered industry leaders to explore the […]
Ingredients trends: The Rise of Natural Sweeteners
Today, a once-heroic ingredient, sugar, has emerged as a health villain, lurking in numerous foods, beverages, and even medications. Driven by scientific research and industry innovations, dietary norms have been consistently evolving. In the post-World War II era of the 1950s, eating well simply meant eating plenty. However, by the 1970s, the concept of poor […]
Chicago Venture Summit 2023: Envisioning the Future of Climate Tech
From October 4th to 6th, Chicago played host to an amazing event that resonated with innovation, sustainability, and boundless possibilities. The “Chicago Venture Summit 2023 Future-of-Climate-Tech” brought together a global community of over 800 startups, innovators, investors, and visionary leaders. The event was nothing short of a revelation. With attendees coming from over 10 countries, […]
Sustainable Packaging Innovations: An imperative for the CPG industry
The environmental impact of mass consumer products has been extensively documented for quite some time. The speed of communication has contributed to making sustainability a topic that has never been as important to consumers as it is today. The impact of human consumption on the planet has become a current concern of the population, and […]
The Innovation Paradox in CPG
Innovation is a double-edged sword in the consumer packaged goods industry. While it is a driving force behind growth and competitiveness, it also presents a unique paradox. This paradox stems from the need for CPG companies to balance innovation with the inherent challenges of the industry, such as regulatory constraints, consumer preferences, and supply chain […]
Co-Manufacturing: Investment Opportunities in the Meat Snacks Industry
The meat snacks subsector, driven by consumer preferences for high-protein and better-for-you snacks, offers attractive investment prospects. Many leading brands in this segment rely on co-manufacturers to produce their meat snacks, creating an appealing opportunity. According to an analysis by Harris Williams, a global investment bank specializing in M&A and private capital advisory services, differentiation […]
How to Build an Effective Co-Man Contract
Co-manufacturing can be a valuable strategy for CPG companies of all sizes. For new CPG companies, it can help them get their products to market without having to make a large upfront investment. For CPG companies that are expanding into new markets, it can help them quickly and easily ramp up production. And for CPG […]
10 Lessons for Creating Successful Brands
Why have entrepreneurs been winning this battle? What was the latest successful new brand that caught your attention in the consumer sector? Good chances you might have thought of some of these or similar ones. The most intriguing question is: what do they have in common? All were launched by entrepreneurs, focused on niches in […]
