| Publisher | IBM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Format | 435.1KB PDF | Date added | 01 Dec 2003 |
| Topics | Financial Management | ||
| Downloads | 31 | ||
Long mainstays of the global economy, consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies have fared well historically, riding out the ups and downs of the financial markets better than most. However, the business environment is steadily heating up - challenging firms to operate with ever greater speed, agility and cost-effectiveness. At the same time, internal constraints continue to occupy valuable time and resources. As the industry reaches a boiling point, some companies, lulled into complacency, may be surprised to find that they are no longer able to keep up with consumer, customer and competitive requirements. Others, though, are paying attention to the changing market conditions and taking action now.
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