GMA Association News
GMA announces Thermal Processing Professional Training Program
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 20, 2009
Each year GMA offers a full slate of scientific workshops, including a new thermal processing program in February 2010. View a full calendar of the scientific workshops GMA will be offering next year.
Consumer Fraud Claims in Labeling Class Litigation
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 20, 2009
Join GMA for the 2010 Food Claims and Litigation Conference and arm yourself with the tools to confront the industry's most critical litigation concerns. Topics include a review of the types of state consumer fraud claims that may threaten CPG companies and why the frequency of these types of lawsuits is increasing. View the event summary and register today.
Model Practices for Spoilage Analysis
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 20, 2009
Spoilage results in wasted product and significant losses for food companies. GMA scientists have developed a brand-new webinar to educate the industry about common spoilage issues and how to identify them in the laboratory. Dec. 15; learn more.
GMA Science Forum programming open to nonmembers for the first time
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 19, 2009
The 2010 Science Forum will kick off on March 16 with a day of cutting-edge programming that is open to GMA members and nonmembers alike. Attendees will participate in a general session on food safety and public health, then have the option to follow one of two Hot Topic Tracks: Supply Chain Management, Traceability and Economic Adulteration OR New Foodism: Navigating Current Trends and Helping Consumers Achieve Lifestyle Goals. Learn more about the GMA Science Forum.
Join FMI and GMA for a fresh perspective on supply chain
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 19, 2009
Combining the best aspects of FMI's annual Supply Chain Conference and the GMA Information Systems and Logistics/Distribution Conference (IS/LD), the 2010 Supply Chain Conference will bring retailers and manufacturers together in one forum to showcase the latest insights and tools that will help these trading partners develop new solutions to traditional and emerging challenges throughout the CPG supply chain. Learn more about the Supply Chain Conference.
GMA, GS1 US and Wegmans to co-host Rapid Recall Exchange supplier webinar Nov. 19
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 18, 2009
Developed by GS1 US, FMI, GMA and NGA, the Rapid Recall Exchange applies industry expertise and best practices to standardize product recall and withdrawal notifications between retailers/wholesalers and suppliers. The online service enables prompt and accurate information exchange to protect customers and save trading partners time and money. Get more information on how to register for the webinars.
GMA experts share how to navigate the new FDA RFR
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 18, 2009
The FDA has implemented the long-awaited Reportable Food Registry electronic portal by which instances of reportable foods must be submitted to the FDA by the manufacturers.
In addition to the regulations governing what is considered a reportable food, there are common and uncommon portal reporting problems that GMA scientists have learned to navigate. GMA scientists will share what they have learned during the Dec. 17 webinar; Navigating the FDA's Reportable Food Registry: Parsing the Portal. Registration is open and a full list of topics to be covered is available; learn more.
Social Media for Brand Enhancement and Protection
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 16, 2009
Join a panel of CPG industry experts as they discuss the lightning-fast evolution of social media and the unlimited potential to promote brands and communicate advocacy positions at the GMA CPG Social Media Forum on Dec. 9 and 10 in New York City. Companies speaking at the event include: Procter & Gamble Tremor, Hormel Foods Corp. and MyWebGrocer. View the preliminary agenda and register today.
CPG brands can leverage social media to create real value -- but how?
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 13, 2009
Considering that 25% of search results for the world's 20 largest brands are links to user-generated content, it has become a business imperative that companies understand what people are saying about their brand online. Join your CPG industry peers and learn how they are leveraging social media for brand enhancement and protection at the GMA CPG Social Media Forum, Dec. 9 and 10 in New York City. Companies speaking include: Procter & Gamble Tremor, Hormel Foods Corp. and MyWebGrocer. View the agenda and register today.
Social Media Forum Online Registration Now Open
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 10, 2009
CPG Brands Can Leverage Social Media to Create Real Value -- But How? Considering that 25% of search results for the world's 20 largest brands are links to user-generated content, it has become a business imperative that companies understand what people are saying about their brand online. Companies speaking include: Procter & Gamble Tremor, Hormel Foods Corp. and MyWebGrocer.
Join your CPG industry peers and learn how they are leveraging social media for brand enhancement and protection at the GMA CPG Social Media Forum, Dec. 9 and 10 in New York City. View the agenda and register today.
GMA Science Forum programming open to nonmembers for the first time
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 09, 2009
The 2010 Science Forum will kick off on March 16 with a day of cutting-edge programming that is open to GMA members and nonmembers alike. Attendees will participate in a general session on food safety and public health, then have the option to follow one of two Hot Topic Tracks: Supply Chain Management, Traceability and Economic Adulteration OR New Foodism: Navigating Current Trends and Helping Consumers Achieve Lifestyle Goals. Learn more about the GMA Science Forum.
GMA announces 2010 Scientific Education and Training Workshops
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 06, 2009
Each year GMA offers a full slate of scientific workshops on topics such as food labeling, thermal processing and product recall. To help you with your budget planning in 2010, click here for a full calendar.
Recalls, Torts and Litigation: The GMA Food Litigation Conference
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 06, 2009
Join GMA for the 2010 Food Claims and Litigation Conference and arm yourself with the tools to confront the industry's most critical litigation concerns. Sessions include: The Recall Playbook: Offense and Defense; Mass Tort 911: The Company's Been Sued. Now What?; Trends in Global Food Litigation: Class Actions and Collective Redress. View the Event Summary and register today.
Shopper marketing opportunities are not just in-store
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 06, 2009
For all its promise, shopper marketing's future remains uncertain because of three major obstacles to unleashing its full potential, according to the latest research published by GMA, Booz & Co. and SheSpeaks. Download the executive summary.
Supermarket News Blogs from GMA's MSM Conference
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 04, 2009
The Grocery Manufacturers Association's Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference (MSM) concluded Tuesday in Phoenix at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel. Supermarket News editor Julie Gallagher blogged on the key takeaways from the show floor and insider perspectives direct from the source.
Read today's MSM coverage in the SN Total Access Blog.
Gone but Not Forgotten
Unsaleables are almost always a touchy subject, but the mood was cordial this morning as representatives from trading partners Winn-Dixie and Heinz broached the topic at GMA's MSM show.
New Norms in Merchandising
Retailers who've battened down the hatches in the hopes of weathering the economic storm need to rethink their strategies.
Latest Industry Research Released Today at MSM
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 03, 2009
The latest industry research on shopper marketing is being presented this morning at the GMA MSM Conference in Phoenix.
Shopper Marketing 3.0: Unleashing the Next Wave of Value Nearly half of food and beverage category shoppers and almost 60% of health/beauty and household goods category shoppers purchase their preferred brand even when a less-expensive alternative is available, with many shoppers using coupons and price promotions simply to justify purchasing preferred brands. Download the executive summary.
Supermarket News Blogs from GMA's MSM Show
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 03, 2009
The Grocery Manufacturers Association's Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference (MSM) is under way in Phoenix at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel. Supermarket News editor Julie Gallagher brings you news from the show floor and insider perspectives direct from the source. Read today's MSM coverage in the SN Total Access Blog.
Last chance to register online: Consumer Complaint Management webinar is this Thursday
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 02, 2009
Considering the recent decline of public confidence in food safety, it is of utmost importance that CPG companies have effective measures in place to handle consumer complaints. This Nov. 5 webinar is designed for employees who deal directly with consumer complaints and those responsible for implementing standards for investigating such complaints. Register today.
Food Claims and Litigation: What's in your company's playbook?
GMA SmartBrief | Nov 02, 2009
Join GMA for the 2010 Food Claims and Litigation Conference and arm yourself with the tools to confront the industry's most critical litigation concerns. Sessions include: The Recall Playbook: Offense and Defense; Mass Tort 911: The Company's Been Sued. Now What?; Trends in Global Food Litigation: Class Actions and Collective Redress. View the event summary and register today.
Registration NOW OPEN for the GMA Science Forum: Navigating Current Food Safety, Public Health and Lifestyle Goals
GMA SmartBrief | Oct 30, 2009
Plan to attend this preeminent gathering of food industry professionals March 16 to 18 in our nation's capital to explore the critical scientific and regulatory developments that are impacting your company and the CPG industry at large. The theme of this year's Forum is Navigating Current Food Safety, Public Health and Lifestyle Goals and will feature discussions led by top-tier scientific, manufacturing and regulatory experts from the industry and government.
New streamlined format -- Programming open to nonmembers
The 2010 Science Forum will kick off on March 16 with a day of cutting-edge programming that is open to GMA members and nonmembers alike. Attendees will participate in general sessions on food safety and public health, then have the option to follow one of two Hot Topic Tracks: Supply Chain Management, Traceability and Economic Adulteration OR New Foodism: Navigating Current Trends and Helping Consumers Achieve Lifestyle Goals.
Secure your seat early, register today!
GMA & IBM 2010 Logistics Benchmark Survey Now Open for Participation
GMA SmartBrief | Oct 29, 2009
The biennial CPG manufacturer specific GMA Logistics Benchmark Survey is now open for participation. Every two years the report focuses specifically on supply chain issues, trends and solutions employed and provides a benchmark for companies to measure their performance across-the-board within the industry. The results of the survey will be debuted at the CPG Supply Chain Conference, Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, Phoenix. To participate in the survey, contact jfinci@gmaonline.org.
Protect Your Brand: Consumer Complaint Management
GMA SmartBrief | Oct 29, 2009
Considering the recent decline of public confidence in food safety, it is of utmost importance that CPG companies have effective measures in place to handle consumer complaints. This Nov. 5 webinar is designed for employees who deal directly with consumer complaints and those responsible for implementing standards for investigating such complaints. Register today.
Thank you to our GMA MSM Conference Partners
GMA SmartBrief | Oct 28, 2009
The highly anticipated 2009 GMA Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference is less than a week away and it is shaping up to be yet another exceptional educational experience for GMA members and industry stakeholders. It's not too late to join Walmart, Sam's Club and Meijer at MSM -- register today! GMA would like to thank our conference partners for helping provide this great platform for senior-level CPG executives to exchange creative strategies and industry intelligence. Thank you to Accenture, CROSSMARK, DemandTec Inc., GENCO Damage Research, Henry Rak Consulting Partners, Information Resources Inc., M-Factor, Microsoft Corp., Quofore Inc., SAP Americas and Wipro Technologies.
Meijer's Mullahy and Inventure Group's McDaniel added to MSM lineup
GMA SmartBrief | Oct 26, 2009
Dennis Mullahy, group vice president of merchandising and supply chain management for Meijer Inc., and Inventure Group President and CEO Terry McDaniel will speak at the upcoming GMA Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference, to be held Nov. 2 and 3 in Phoenix.
Mullahy and McDaniel have been added to the general session Product Innovation & Growth: Getting the Winning Product in the Right Place at the Right Time for the Right Duration, joining IRI's Thom Blischok and Michael Gorshe of Accenture on this panel that will explore how companies can maximize their returns on innovation and lifecycle stages, and create winning products that customers need and consumers want. To register NOW or to learn more about the value-packed MSM conference, visit the Web site.
And when you register, don't forget to purchase your tickets for the Progressive Grocer Corporate Social Responsibility Awards Reception and Dinner where the 2009 Top Women in Grocery and Green Retailer Award winners will be honored.
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