Retail, CPG and Packaging

Retail and CPG supply chains are under enormous pressure to stay ahead of the curve in the face of disruptions such as supply bottlenecks, adverse political scenarios, and inflation pressures.

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Challenges faced by the procurement team

Vastly varying demand patterns

The traditional method of analyzing demand seems to be nearing obsoletion, especially with the rapidly accelerating sales volumes – this calls for significant amendments to demand planning and the subsequent procurement processes.

  • Identify effective, cutting-edge solutions that will help you sift through large sets of customer data in real time for improved demand planning
  • Put yourself in a strong position to take the right call relating to production, marketing, inventory, etc., supported by high-caliber research solutions
  • Get a 360-degree view of the latest market trends and technology landscape covering a wide array of aspects related to demand planning
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Traversing the labyrinth that is multi-channel experience

Navigating the complexities associated with multi-channel marketing requires procurement teams to quickly and seamlessly transition to cloud procurement solutions.

  • Get a clear understanding of the latest technology trends to enable your procurement teams to improve supply chain agility and overall efficiency
  • Unlock the potential of our sourcing intel to move toward solutions that will help you speed up decision-making and reduce procure-to-pay cycle times
  • Explore innovative approaches to maintain a harmonious balance between procuring FM services and personnel for physical stores vs. deployment of cloud and IT resources for online marketplaces
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Perfect balance between sustainability and profitability

Consumers have never cared more about brand values and corporate and social responsibilities than they do today! Here’s what you can do.

  • Obtain valuable insights on the latest sustainable pathways and technologies to transform your supply chain management in a way that you can increase profitability while meeting key customer demands
  • Make the most of our accurate and detailed insights into the latest social and environmental movements to reshape your organization’s ESG initiatives
  • Reinforce corporate sustainability and moral ethics across the supply chain as well by identifying and engaging with progressive, sustainability-focused suppliers
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Industries

Retail

Retail

Retail

With the unprecedented growth of e-commerce and evolving consumer preferences, retail players have to be on their toes to keep costs down without compromising customer satisfaction.

Food and Beverage

Food and Beverage

Food and Beverage

Responsible sourcing, use of all-natural, healthy ingredients, animal welfare activism – the list of factors F&B companies need to be wary of is endless.

Consumer Packaged Goods

Consumer Packaged Goods

Consumer Packaged Goods

Despite favorable market tailwinds, rising inflation, global conflicts, supply chain disruptions, etc. are overwhelming CPG companies.

Packaging

Packaging

Packaging

Internet of packaging is at the forefront of the industry’s evolution today. Learn about this and other latest developments to tower above your peers.

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Surmounting the tricky terrain of the retail, CPG, and packaging industry landscape is easier than you think!

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