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Congratulations to the team at Land O’Lakes! Land O’Lakes’ deduction balance is 20% less than what it had been historically, a really impressive result.

Koch Foods really took the time to learn what approach would produce the best payout. They’re using TPM to maximize their efforts.

How do you reach retail consumers? Multiply your paths to purchase by using technology. Map the buying model by understanding and anticipating consumer behavior at every stage: planning, purchasing, and fulfillment. Run experiments in digital stores – they give you

To be successful in a pull-strategy and operator collaboration, manufacturers can't only rely on the premium its brands command, they must gain more understanding of the industry – from kitchen prepping and operations to menu trends and overall needs. 

"Vendors should be helping customers establish solid TPM foundations before launching into TPO territory," says Paul Wietecha.

During the May 2018 Smoke Jumpers sessions, Blacksmith Applications awarded Pinnacle Foods for adoption of new capabilities.

KraftHeinz is in the beginning stages of implementing Blacksmith TPM to a business unit that did not have a trade system in the past.

Trade promotion optimization delivers values to CPG companies. Learn how to overcome challenges for better promotional events.

Smoke Jumpers XVII had a varied agenda — so we've compiled the biggest takeaways in industry trends, expectations and challenges.

Through automation, Wayne Farms enhances claim processing, broker commission payments and trade spending contract management.

For food manufacturers, using a broker's experience helps market your products and gets your products on shelves at minimum cost.

Food is a big part of consumer spending; Americans spend $627 billion on groceries. Will shoppers start favoring online stores?