September 4, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
New products exemplify Mars’ consumer obsession
September 4, 2023, Supplier News
NEWARK, N.J. — Mars has been an innovator and leader within the consumer packaged goods industry for more than 100 years, and as the maker of some of the world’s most loved brands, including M&M’S, Ben’s Original and Pedigree, Mars’ consumer obsession has guided it to success. The company has always evolved to remain culturally
September 4, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Designer Greetings strives to find new ways to make the greeting card category relevant and thriving at drug stores and other retail outlets., In business for over 40 years
September 4, 2023, Supplier News
EDISON, N.J. — In business for over 40 years, Designer Greetings strives to find new ways to make the greeting card category relevant and thriving at drug stores and other retail outlets. Chief executive officer Josh Kirschbaum says the company is virtually unrivaled in terms of quality, value and depth, with more than 22,000 everyday
September 4, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Hallmark meets today’s consumers’ diverse needs
September 4, 2023, Supplier News
KANSAS CITY — For more than 110 years, Hallmark Cards has been an industry leader in helping consumers live more caring and connected lives filled with meaningful moments. The company believes its products must enrich peoples lives. And innovation is a key element of every product strategy — the company is always iterating insight-led concepts
August 13, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Biovanta will extend respiratory health portfolio
August 14, 2023, Supplier News
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Applied Biological Laboratories, a New York-based biotechnology company, launched Biovanta in 2020. Biovanta is said to be proven superior to other leading products at controlling upper respiratory inflammation. “Biovanta harnesses the power of nature and science to deliver the latest breakthrough in respiratory health,” says Joseph Juliano, vice president of sales and
August 1, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Bausch + Lomb continues to meet eye care needs
Supplier News
VAUGHAN, Ontario — Dry eyes, contact lens dryness, self- and pet-care and rising health consciousness among the general population continue to be key drivers of the eye care product market. John Ferris, executive vice president, Consumer, Bausch + Lomb, highlights eye care trends in 2023. Sustainability Many consumers are taking environmental sustainability into consideration when
July 25, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Acosta and Pensa Systems team to deliver solution for actionable retail shelf intelligence
Supplier News, Technology
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Acosta, an Acosta Group agency and a leader in providing commerce-centric solutions for the modern marketplace to brands, retailers and foodservice providers, and Pensa Systems, a leader in digital retail shelf inventory management solutions, have partnered to drive revenue growth for CPG brands and retailers with highly accurate retail shelf visibility, strategic
July 20, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Retailers uncork big sales with private label wine
Business, Leading Headlines, Retail News, Supplier News
NEW YORK — Raise a glass to private label wine: dollar sales in all U.S. outlets jumped 9.1% to $52.2 million for the 52 weeks ending June 18, 2023, versus the same period the prior year, according to data from Circana. What’s more, unit sales grew 8% for the same period. Store brand spirits are
July 18, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
LexisNexis Reed Tech expands portfolio
Pharmacy, Supplier News, Technology
HORSHAM, Pa.— LexisNexis Reed Tech, a leading provider of regulatory submissions, data management and analytics solutions for the life sciences industry, is expanding its services portfolio to offer end-to-end eCTD solutions and services to support manufacturers, distributors and related operations. Reed Tech is currently accepting Electronic Common Technical Document (eCTD) service requests. “Our goal is
June 2, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
CDC: Drug costs lead millions in the US to not take medications as prescribed
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ATLANTA — Millions of adults in the United States are not taking their medications as prescribed because of costs, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most adults between the ages of 18 and 64 took at least one prescription medication in 2021. But more than 8% of them
June 1, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
National Kidney Foundation appoints Walmart CMO Dr. Wigneswaran to board
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
NEW YORK — The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) announced the appointment of Dr. John Wigneswaran (Dr. Wig), Walmart’s chief medical officer, to NKF’s national board of directors. In his role at Walmart, Dr. Wig leads safety, quality, and training, the Walmart Healthcare Research Institute, clinical program development, innovation, and medical affairs. Dr. Wig was nominated
May 29, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Miracle Headache Relief’s cool compression targets pain
May 29, 2023, Supplier News
FAIRFIELD, N.J. — Over the years the headache pain category has seen a wide variety of solutions for consumers. One unique product hitting store shelves this spring is Miracle Headache Relief from Ontel Products Corp. Craig Jordan, senior vice president of sales and customer solutions, says it is “the ultra-soothing, cold gel compression wrap that
May 25, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Centrum Silver
Supplier News
NEW YORK — A new study published today in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that daily multivitamins, compared to placebo, improved memory among participants. The multivitamin selected for the study was Centrum Silver—a multivitamin specially formulated for older adults. Created for healthy aging in those 50s and beyond, Centrum Silver (Amazon (10.4K ratings & 4.8 stars), CVS Pharmacy) has high-quality ingredients
May 23, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
The 2023 Sweets & Snacks Expo opens for its final year in Chicago
Leading Headlines, Supplier News
CHICAGO—The 2023 Sweets & Snacks Expo opened this morning, kicking off its 26th year as the premier showcase for innovation in the confectionery and snack industries. Over four days, attendees will have the opportunity to discover cutting-edge confectionery and snack innovation, gain actionable insights through education sessions led by the top minds in the industry, and make meaningful industry connections
May 16, 2023 by Bill Schiffner
Mesmerize expands reach in pharmacy and grocery locations with Higi partnership
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
NEW YORK — Mesmerize has announced a new partnership with Higi, a Modivcare service and consumer health engagement company. The Higi network includes nearly 6,000 FDA cleared, free to use, Smart Health Stations in key pharmacy and grocery retailers nationwide as well as web, mobile, email and text tools that reach consumers along their health