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Starbucks will double its digital investment in 2016. Find out what four key digital initiatives the global giant has planned and how its digitally focused strategy will redefine the customer experience.

The Shopper Futures Program pairs Mondelez International's brands with retailers and startups to create innovative solutions for consumers. Find out which eight startups were chosen to participate in the program this year.

For decades CPG companies have experienced fast growth due to relativelyeasy expansion and consolidation in emerging markets, net new consumersand brand globalization.To achieve growth, efficiency and agility, CPG companies are relying increasingly on social, mobile, analytics and cloud technologies.Rather than approaching the future tactically, industry leaders today are designing "roadmaps" to define a more strategic approach to digital. For many, a successful roadmap would address the following five imperatives.

According to an article from Business Insider, an emerging American trend could mean bad news for retailers like Macy's, Kohl's and J.C. Penney.

It's no surprise that this section continues to remain the largest, as the impact of social media and mobile technology (and newer technologies like beacons and 3D printing) are quickly changing the shopper experience.

The authors in this section focus a great deal on the pace of change in the industry, and how timing impacts innovation in the market. They explore investments in key technologies (like digital and consumer insights) that can help CG companies react quickly and stay nimble to keep their brands top-of-mind.

CGT's readers rank the top technology providers of a complete suite of enterprise-wide ERP software, including finance, HR, CRM, supply chain, PLM, asset management, etc.