Produce or outsource: considerations to decide
Halo Top Creamery, a low-calorie ice cream brand, faced a critical decision early in its development: whether to invest in building their own production facility or to partner with a co-manufacturer. Their choice played a crucial role in their meteoric rise to become one of the **best-selling ice cream brands in the United States.** Founded […]
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 […]
7 Proven Methods for Cost Reduction in Food Manufacturing
Reducing costs in food manufacturing without compromising product quality is achievable through various strategies. By addressing waste and inefficiencies, not only can money be saved, but the overall process and product quality can also be enhanced. Employing technology at key stages, implementing preventive maintenance, and other measures are instrumental in cost reduction within the food […]
The transformative impact of digital self-service on B2B retail is here to stay.
The Covid-19 pandemic forced businesses worldwide to take digital operations seriously, impacting them significantly. According to Sheerien Salindera, Adobe’s strategy lead, customer experience is now the key differentiating factor for the best companies in both B2C and B2B transactions. B2B retailers are facing various challenges such as supply shock, staff shortages, format disruptions, and time-conscious […]
