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.
Contact usChallenges 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
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
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
Industries
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
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
Despite favorable market tailwinds, rising inflation, global conflicts, supply chain disruptions, etc. are overwhelming CPG companies.
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!
Talk to Our ExpertsFeatured Case Study
How SpendEdge Helped CPG Giant Streamline Contract Manufacturer Selection Process
Challenge: Faced with intense competition and the need to improve profit margins, our client turned to SpendEdge for assistance in overcoming their business challenges. One of the main strategies involved migrating cost-intensive operations to low-cost destinations.
Solution: Our team at SpendEdge assisted the client in streamlining their contract manufacturer selection process. Leveraging our expertise and market research methodology, we identified key contract manufacturers for the client’s ready-to-eat product line.
Result: The client successfully addressed their business challenges and achieved improved profit margins and reduced operating costs. All the while, also enhancing product quality and expanding manufacturing capabilities.
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