Product Development and Management

Asda marks two big launches in convenience, sustainability
The British retailer has innovated to better serve its customers — launching a premium convenience chain and the U.K.'s largest refill store.
Wisconsin Pharmacal celebrates major anniversary
Wisconsin Pharmacal, a producer of branded and private label health and first aid products, is celebrating a milestone moment in business.

Centric Software hits milestone

PLM solutions company for private label and branded manufacturers reaches high customer mark.
Trader Joe’s talks pasta, olive oil

Popular discount chain shared what’s trending in the category in a recent podcast, paired that with a limited-time red wine release.
A call for less salt in packaged, prepared foods

FDA released official guidance and a target date for food manufacturers, branded and own brand, to reduce sodium levels in their products.
Sugar alternative introduced for private label c-store, foodservice

Sugar Foods has launched a sugar alternative soon to be available in single-serve and bulk options and can work with c-stores and foodservice operators on own brand products.
TricorBraun expands further into European market

Packaging giant TricorBraun continues to expand its global reach to serve branded and private label companies, most recently acquiring an Italy-based glass packaging producer.
Meijer inspires own brands, celebrates diverse voices through local art contest

The Midwest retail chain is calling on local artists to submit cultural artwork for a chance to be featured in an upcoming collection of own brand products that benefit local nonprofits.
AR company develops classic arcade game for beer cans

Available to gamify a private brand beer, the tech company out of Australia has enabled a way for consumers to scan and play using augmented reality, while also adding buying and branding features.
Dairy industry aims to adapt to trends, sustainability with store brands

Experts from Albertsons, Fair Trade USA and Dairy Management Inc. talked sustainability and innovation in the dairy category at the Sept. 29 Store Brands Industry Forum on Beverages, now on demand for viewing.