Unilever Co.

Unilever has introduced several tech-enabled efficiency and visibility measures within its ice cream segment over the years, implementing AI and image capture. Progress is underway to expand these initiatives and the company recently reported positive results.

Marlene Creighton took on the new role in June, which will drive customer and channel growth through brand awareness and innovation.

Walmart says its early generative AI investments are paying off through both customer- and employee-facing applications, and the company has plans to deploy the technology globally.

These are a few straightforward steps CPGs can take to figure out where data can add the most value — whether it’s improving customer insights, optimizing supply chains, or refining product offerings.

Unilever is expanding its access to Sam’s Club consumers through a new capability that integrates physical and digital shopping.

Danone is exploring a multi-year partnership with Microsoft to integrate artificial intelligence into its upskilling operations.

Laundry lifestyle needs and trends have changed over the years and Unilever is looking to stay ahead of this transformation by forming a data partnership with Samsung to help develop innovative solutions within the category.

Kimberly-Clark is focusing on its product innovation efforts, hiring Craig Slavtcheff as its new chief research and development officer.