Research and Reports

2014 Visionaries
CGT proudly presents its newest class of Visionaries; 11 consumer goods professionals who are shaping the future of their companies with unprecedented business and technology initiatives.
2014 SALES AND MARKETING REPORT
Brand new research from CGT and IDC Manufacturing Insights examines the substantial progress that consumer goods companies are making in the areas of trade promotion management, downstream data, consumer engagement and S&OP.

2014 Customer Management Solutions

A comparison chart of solution providers to the consumer goods industry in the areas of CRM, TPM, TPO, Salesforce Mobility, etc. Plus, experts discuss new technologies, the retailer-supplier relationship and incorporating big data for better customer insights.
Experts Debunk S&OP Myths

Many early adopters of demand-driven strategies found that focusing on S&OP enabled substantial operational improvements. Yet, there are still many myths that prevent practitioners from incorporating data and technology. Let our experts help you wade through the falsehoods to adopt best-in-class practices.
2014 Data & Analytics Solutions

A comprehensive listing of solution providers that support the collection, aggregation, storage, analysis and integration of valuable data.
Experts Debunk Emerging Market Myths

Doing business as usual won't cut it in emerging markets as many organizations are challenged by myths surrounding consumer needs. In this month's Straight Talk, experts provide guidance on the new approaches necessary and how retail execution and mobility are essential capabilities in these new markets.
Experts Debunk Outsourcing Myths

Outsourcing is one of the most misunderstood investments that the competitive consumer goods company wrestles with. When it first became popular, it was generally a defensive tactic meant to reduce costs. Today, however, it has morphed into a strategic business driver.
Women in Supply Chain

With its beginnings firmly rooted in trucking and manufacturing, supply chain has traditionally been viewed as inhospitable to women. But change is on the horizon as more women enter the field and as progressive companies recognize the advantageous skillsets that women bring to the table.
2013 Top 100: The Consumer Goods Registry

Consumer confidence was a bit manic in 2012, hitting a five-year high in November and then dropping again in December as consumers doubted an end to the fiscal cliff. The impact of this uncertainty plays out in the results of this annual listing of the top-performing public consumer goods companies.
Readers' Choice Survey 2014

For the 14th year in a row, CGT's readers voted for their top solution and service providers in 12 areas of investment opportunity. The results, and accompanying analyst commentary, help consumer goods companies find the best technology/services matches for their business needs.