GMA Association News
Unsaleables Conference Delves Into Expired Product Issues
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 08, 2008
The 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Management Conference will tackle this issue head-on, first as part of the discussion surrounding the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Report release, which measures how much and what kind of expired product is in the system. Following on this insight, a breakout session led by Winn-Dixie's Gary Regina and Harris-Teeter's George Thrower will share how these leading retail chains are solving the problem of expired product with innovative shelf life requirement programs. Register NOW at www.unsaleablesconference.com.
Consumer Trend Authority J. Walker Smith to Keynote MSM Conference
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 08, 2008
GMA is pleased to announce that J. Walker Smith, Ph.D., President, Yankelovich Partners, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2008 GMA Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference (MSM), Sept. 21 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla. Smith is described by Fortune magazine as "one of America's leading analysts on consumer trends," and his co-author credits include "Generation Age-less: How Baby Boomers Are Changing the Way We Live Today ... And They're Just Getting Started" and "Coming to Concurrence: Addressable Attitudes and the New Model for Marketing Productivity." Register NOW at www.gmamsm.com.
Fuel Roundtable to Convene Oct. 7
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 08, 2008
Hosted by GMA and FCPC in Oakbrook, Ill., Rick Lenny, former chairman, president and CEO, The Hershey Co., and former chairman of the GMA Board of Directors, will facilitate this interactive forum focused on the impact of rising fuel costs on value chain operations in the CPG industry. Registration is limited, so please visit www.fuelroundtable.com to learn more.
Industry partners seek unsaleables solutions -- Don't miss the release of the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Study
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 05, 2008
Manufacturers and retailers will convene to discuss the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Study: The Real Causes and Actionable Solution, which is being premiered to attendees of the Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference this September in St. Petersburg, Fla. The report reflects survey responses from 73 companies, representing $335.3 billion in retailer '07 annual sales and $170.2 billion in manufacturer sales. Learn more about the Unsaleables conference and register now to secure your seat!
Still haven't registered for the CPG industry's most important sales and marketing conference?
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 05, 2008
Attendees of GMA's 2008 Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference (MSM) will: be the first to hear what next-generation capabilities are driving share gains for manufacturers and other key findings of the highly anticipated GMA/McKinsey/IRI Customer and Channel Management Survey; gain perspective on how non-CPG companies like Starbucks are leveraging the environmental sustainability engine to benefit their businesses; and learn how shopper marketing will evolve and how they can capitalize on this next phase to grow their bottom line. What are you waiting for? Register today and join your peers Sept. 21-23 in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Grocery Manufacturers Association Celebrates a Century of Leadership
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 05, 2008
In conjunction with its 100th anniversary, GMA has released GMA: Celebrating a Century of Leadership, a video presentation and companion booklet that chronicles the association's history, leadership, mission and agenda for the future. The Centennial Video and Commemorative Booklet are now available at www.gmaonline.org.
Starbucks, Frito-Lay and Nestlé Waters talk sustainability at MSM
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 03, 2008
The Sustainable Advantage general session will feature: David Haft, group vice president, Sustainability & Productivity, Frito-Lay Inc.; Alex McIntosh, director, Corporate Citizenship, Nestlé Waters North America; Ben Packard, vice president, Global Responsibility, Starbucks Corp.; and Glen Prickett, senior vice president and executive director, Center for Environmental Leadership in Business (CELB), Conservation International. They will discuss the innovative ways they are forging partnerships with uncommon allies to leverage the environmental sustainability engine to their advantage. Register NOW at www.gmamsm.com.
GMA adds food-labeling workshop to fall calendar
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 03, 2008
Ensure that you are up-to-date and in compliance with the latest food labeling requirements by attending GMA's Food Labeling: Complying with Regulatory Requirements for the Labeling of Packaged Foods workshop this fall at GMA headquarters in Washington, D.C. Due to its popularity, the workshop is offered both on Oct. 22 and 23, and Dec. 8 and 9. Click here to learn more, or contact Christie Gray.
Unsaleables breakout sessions zero in on critical issues
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 03, 2008
Don't miss your chance to zero in on the issues most impacting unsaleables management in your company at the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Management Conference. Breakout sessions like these will give you the tools to improve your unsaleables operations: Comparing and Contrasting Unsaleables Policies: ARPs, JIRs and Swells; Root Cause Analysis of Unsaleables, Identifying and Preventing Damages from a Split Pick Process, as well as Remaining Shelf Life Expectations. View the complete program and register today to join your peers this Sept. 21 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Retailers Say DSD Sales Will Increase or Remain Constant in 2008
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 02, 2008
According to Powering Growth Through Direct Store Delivery, a study released by GMA and conducted by AMR Research and Clarkston Consulting, 77 percent of U.S.-based retailers indicate that in 2008, they expect their use of direct store delivery processes (DSD) will increase or remain constant, representing a significant opportunity to drive sales growth. Initiated by the GMA Direct Store Delivery Committee, download the report here.
Conference Explores Future of Unsaleables Reduction
GMA SmartBrief | Sep 02, 2008
This Sept. 22 to 23, the Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference will cover the unsaleables management topics shaping the landscape today and in the future, including organizational structures to better manage unsaleables and enlisting senior leadership as champions of collaborative change. Scott Azzalina of the Hershey Co., Christine Colley of the Dial Corp. and Carol Snyder of Nestle Purina PetCare Co. will discuss the processes being used and accountability mechanisms being implemented to reduce the total amount of unsaleables, with emphasis on data collection, measurement and internal and external collaboration. Visit the Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference Web site.
Can you afford to miss the CPG industry's premier unsaleables conference?
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 29, 2008
Attendees of the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference will connect with leading CPG manufacturers and retail customers, be able to zero in on their unsaleables priorities and get a leg up on the competition by being the first to learn the key insights from the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Study: The Real Causes and Actionable Solutions, scheduled for release at the conference. What are you waiting for? View the complete program, and register today to join your peers this Sept. 22 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Industry partners seek unsaleables solutions -- don't miss the release of the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Study
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 25, 2008
Manufacturers and retailers will convene to discuss the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Study: The Real Causes and Actionable Solution, which is being premiered to attendees of the Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference this September in St. Petersburg, Fla. The report reflects survey responses from 73 companies, representing $335.3 billion in retailer '07 annual sales and $170.2 billion in manufacturer sales. Learn more about the Unsaleables conference and register now to secure your seat!
Supercenters are capturing a greater share of consumer spending
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 25, 2008
Supercenters have benefited from changing consumer shopping patterns, securing sizable share gains across every major CPG department and across income segments, as channel penetration extends beyond core lower-income consumers to middle- and upper-income groups. Read more in the latest edition of Times and Trends.
Still haven't registered for the CPG industry's most important sales and marketing conference?
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 25, 2008
Attendees of GMA's 2008 Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference (MSM) will be the first to hear what next-generation capabilities are driving share gains for manufacturers and other key findings of the highly anticipated GMA/McKinsey/IRI Customer and Channel Management Survey; will gain perspective on how non-CPG companies such as Starbucks are leveraging the environmental sustainability engine to benefit their businesses; and will learn how shopper marketing will evolve and how they can capitalize on this next phase to grow their bottom line. What are you waiting for? Register today and join your peers Sept. 21 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Starbucks, Frito-Lay and Nestle Waters talk sustainability at MSM
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 22, 2008
The Sustainable Advantage general session will feature: David Haft, Group Vice President, Sustainability & Productivity, Frito-Lay; Alex McIntosh, Director, Corporate Citizenship, Nestle Waters North America; Ben Packard, Vice President, Global Responsibility, Starbucks; and Glen Prickett, Senior Vice President & Executive Director, Center for Environmental Leadership in Business (CELB), Conservation International; as they discuss the innovative ways they are forging partnerships with uncommon allies to leverage the environmental sustainability engine to their advantage. Register NOW at www.gmamsm.com.
The battle is on for share of self-care category spending among retailers
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 22, 2008
The "self-care" movement has gained steam over the past year, as consumers avoid expenses, including doctor visits. As a result, demand is on the rise for over-the-counter remedies and vitamins, and channels are battling it out for greater share of this growing market. Read more in the latest edition of Times and Trends.
Retailers say DSD sales will increase or remain constant in 2008
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 21, 2008
According to Powering Growth Through Direct Store Delivery, a study released today by GMA and conducted by AMR Research and Clarkston Consulting, 77% of U.S.-based retailers indicate that in 2008, they expect their use of direct store delivery processes (DSD) will increase or remain constant, representing a significant opportunity to drive sales growth. Initiated by the GMA Direct Store Delivery Committee, download the report here.
Unsaleables conference delves into expired product issues
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 20, 2008
The 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Management Conference will tackle this issue head-on, first as part of the discussion surrounding the 2008 Joint Industry Unsaleables Report release, which measures how much and what kind of expired product is in the system. Following on this insight, a breakout session led by Winn-Dixie's Gary Regina and Harris-Teeter's George Thrower will share how these leading retail chains are solving the problem of expired product with innovative shelf life requirement programs. Register NOW at www.unsaleablesconference.com.
Consumer trend authority J. Walker Smith to keynote MSM Conference
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 20, 2008
GMA is pleased to announce that J. Walker Smith, Ph.D., president, Yankelovich Partners, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2008 GMA Merchandising, Sales and Marketing Conference (MSM), Sept. 21 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla. Smith is described by Fortune magazine as "one of America's leading analysts on consumer trends," and his co-author credits include "Generation Age-less: How Baby Boomers Are Changing the Way We Live Today ... And They're Just Getting Started" and "Coming to Concurrence: Addressable Attitudes and the New Model for Marketing Productivity." Register NOW at www.gmamsm.com.
GMA MSM Conference: Winning Consumers in the "On the Go Moment"
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 19, 2008
Consumers' definition of convenience and its importance has evolved, creating new opportunities to win customers by meeting their convenience demands during the "on the go moment." Retailer and supplier executives will explore how you can capitalize on the "on the go moment" that affects every channel of distribution through product offerings, packaging platforms and merchandising solutions. Don't miss out -- visit www.gmamsm.com to learn more on this Sept. 21 to 23 event.
Common Measures: An Industry Tool for Unsaleables Policy Assessment
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 19, 2008
Attendees of the Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference will learn a great tool they can add to their unsaleables management tool box that will help companies in the creation, implementation, maintenance and measurement of unsaleables policies. Held Sept. 22 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla., visit the Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference Web site to learn more.
Advanced Food Safety Training: Online HACCP Follow-Up Workshop
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 19, 2008
This course complements the online HACCP training by providing hands-on experience with the development of a "mock" HACCP plan to facilitate understanding of the online material and how to apply it to actual products. This workshop is accredited by the International HACCP Alliance. Held Sept. 29 and 30, click here to learn more about GMA Workshops.
GMA wants to help you fill your openings quickly ... with the right person
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 18, 2008
The GMA Career Center is a powerful, result-oriented, easy-to-use career resource for our members seeking qualified people to fill positions, as well as providing a reference for job-seekers new to the industry. The GMA Career Center is the place where employers and candidates can come together to find the best match to their specific requirements. Sign up today.
Food Lion: One Approach, Many Rewards
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 18, 2008
At the GMA Merchandising Sales and Marketing Conference (MSM), program partners from Food Lion, Retail Solutions and a Food Lion supplier will reveal how the joint use of point-of-sale, inventory and supply chain data leads to increased sales, reduced inventory levels, lower out-of-stocks and better store execution. Visit www.gmamsm.com to learn more on this Sept. 21 to 23 event.
Industry event gives toolbox for unsaleables root cause analysis
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 18, 2008
The Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference will give attendees practical tools and processes that can be implemented to effectively reduce unsaleables rates. Ken Knutson, consumer & customer quality manager, The Clorox Co., will explain how successful unsaleables managers are breaking through internal silos to promote collaboration, collect insightful data and gain a clear view of what drives changes in unsaleables rates. Held this Sept. 21 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla. Visit the Joint Industry Unsaleables Conference Web site.
Advanced Food Safety Training: Online HACCP Follow-up Workshop
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 14, 2008
This course complements the online HACCP training by providing hands-on experience with the development of a "mock" HACCP plan to facilitate understanding of the online material and how to apply it to actual products. This workshop is accredited by the International HACCP Alliance. Held Sept. 29 and 30, click here to learn more about GMA Workshops.
The Evolution of Shopper Marketing at the GMA MSM Conference
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 11, 2008
Attendees of the GMA Merchandising Sales and Marketing Conference will be treated to an exclusive preview of the 2008 GMA-Deloitte shopper marketing study that will reveal insights into retailer views on shopper marketing, return on shopper marketing investments and organizational factors in successful shopper marketing programs. Held Sept. 21 to 23 in St. Petersburg, Fla., visit the Web site to learn more.
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GMA workshops underline best in food-safety training, certification
GMA SmartBrief | Aug 11, 2008
The workshops offered at GMA have an outstanding reputation within the industry and with regulators. These intensive, yet intimate, educational opportunities offer up-to-date information of importance to the industry, including many regulatory nuances not found anywhere else. Register now for the Thermal Processing Deviations Workshop or Essentials of Thermobacteriology. For a complete listing of these workshops, visit the Web site.
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