Product Innovation

When organizations get praised for their disruptive thinking, it's often assumed that charismatic CEOs are interested in innovation and can motivate everyone else in the rank and file. That may be true in some cases, but it's definitely not the rule.

Companies international expansion efforts are off to a good start, especially as the middle classes across emerging consumer marketplaces flex their spending muscle. Find out how to be successful in new geographies by determining strategic goals and implementing appropriate processes to sustain operations in these regions.

Electrolux, which has pioneered home appliances for almost a century, has launched a new global competition, "Electrolux Ideas Lab: Let's bring healthy, home-cooked food to every dinner table."

Walmart's new culinary and innovation center has 10 test kitchens aimed at developing new items.

Prioritizing IT spend is a top challenge as precious resources are spread across equally critical initiatives. This month, CGT and Edgeverve look at how consumer goods companies are approaching IT investments.

Nestle and Samsung announce a research collaboration to explore the potential of nutrition science and digital sensor technologies to provide new insights into healthy living.

MonBaby breathing and rollover monitor will debut in Target's new IoT space.

Mattel, Unilever, ConAgra Foods and more, are some of the companies represented on this list. Find out who these innovators are recognized as making outstanding contributions as emerging leaders.