Any supply chain is only as strong as its weakest link. If one part fails, it can impact everything that comes after it, leading to a host of problems - inability to source materials and finish a product, delays bringing the final product to market and ultimately disappointed customers. Lot...
Let’s take a look at what a supply chain looks like for a typical manufacturer.ExampleThe Hersey Company manufacturers many different kinds of candies, but let’s take a look at how they create and distribute their classic candy called the Hersey kiss. First, chocolate, sugar, and other ...
What Is Generative AI (GenAI)? Generative AI (GAI) is the name given to a subset of AI machine learning technologies that have recently developed the ability to rapidly create content in response to text prompts, which can range from short and simple to very long and complex. Different gener...
Thanks to the support of the Belgian Ministry for Development Cooperation, 1.5 million euros is now available for the co-financing of value chain projects that improve, innovate and accelerate progress towards closing the livin...
A flash sale is when a product or service is discounted from its original rate for a short term. The goal of a flash sale is to increase impulse buys and drive sales. Is it a good idea to have a flash sale? Flash sales are good for many reasons. They: ...
sustainable materials such as cardboard or biodegradable plastic, CPG brands can also become more sustainable by using local suppliers. While many customers are deciding to support local businesses (as many as70%), this option has the added benefit of being less likely to suffersupply chain ...
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The Christmas Truce, as it is known today, is for many an illustration of the power Christmas holds over humanity's collective imagination. The Yuletide is generally thought of as a time for family, togetherness, compassion, and generosity. However, the ways people celebrate and think of the ...
We have a whole article on cheaper baking substitutes for ingredients such as eggs, butter, sugar, milk and chocolate. Substituting eggs is a tricky endeavor for bakers. However, it may be necessary because of these prices. Some ingredients provide the same lift to baked goods as eggs, nota...
With its creamy smoothness and its mood boosting properties, chocolate has cemented its reputation as a favorite sweet treat. But while these delicious morsels might spark joy, conscious consumers have learned that not all chocolate is made equally...