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Even if you put in hours of extra time every week doing tedious manual work, you still might end up with a subpar forecast and a disorganized demand plan. Unioncrate has a solution.
CGT's special report on the state of demand planning, how the CG industry is reacting and responding, and deep data-driven insights from supply chain analysts.
Demand planning is a complex process, that's for sure, especially given how quickly consumer behavior and market conditions can change. In this guide, we detail how automation, AI, and data science can bring your company's forecasts to the next level.
After a year marked by unprecedented changes, our demand planning eBook is the essential guide to navigating the new normal of CPG. We explain why automation, data, and AI are vital to high forecast accuracy, supply chain efficiencies, and consumer insights.
Our newest report walks you through how to bolster your brand with the insights you need to have confident conversations with your distributor.
The Covid-19 pandemic created a once-in-a-generation series of supply chain disruptions, and many brands still haven’t adjusted. If we’ve learned anything, it’s that brands need to structure their demand planning process around agility.
Unioncrate Founder & CEO Shastri Mahadeo talks building long-lasting efficiencies across your supply chain.
CPG brands need the technological dynamism and agility of AI, but also the kinds of collaborative functionality that enables ground-level human insights to be input then automatically factored into AI forecasts.
In conversation with ForceBrands' Rebecca Fenton, hear what Unioncrate Founder & CEO Shastri Mahadeo has to say about the future of supply chain.
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Q/A with Unioncrate Founder & CEO Shastri Mahadeo. He discusses the importance of benmarking forecast accuracy; debunks the biggest misconceptions about integrating AI; and tells us why integrating human insight is key play in best-in-class demand planning.
The pandemic pushed many CPG brands to the brink when demand far outweighed expectations. Here are 3 common challenges many companies faced—plus 3 long-term solutions that can help them ensure success in the long-run.
Just as high-quality ingredients are essential to the finest meals, large sets of clean data are a prerequisite for producing highly accurate demand forecasts.
Find out why AI-powered IBP is essential to the efficiency of supply chain, operational, and financial strategies in the coming years. To stay competitive and attain new levels of supply chain planning performance, the time to act is now.
After a year of incredible and rapid change in the CPG industry, here are four surefire steps on how to leverage artificial intelligence in your sales and operations process (S&OP) and realize quantifiable efficiencies across your supply chain.
In 2020, the CPG industry experienced a once-in-a-generation shift. Brands, retailers, and seemingly every other entity along the supply chain were forced to adapt their strategies—fast. So which “unprecedented” trends are here to stay?
Give your retail business the demand planning insights you need to be efficient and scale. In this full guide we give you all the best practices, tips, and techniques to conquer demand forecasting in retail.
This week's news features a spicy soda collab, new distribution gains for Solely and Koia, and a $2B valuation that could revolutionize how grocery stores sell produce.
When it comes to taking your demand planning from bad to good and from good to great, software is your ticket to ride. Learn how to choose one, what to look out for, and how software can benefit your demand planning process.
From time savings and operational agility to action-ready supply chain insights, Artificial Intelligence is the future of demand planning—and that future is now.
Software can get you far, and if there's anyone who knows this, it's the demand planners of CPG. Learn about all of the benefits demand planning software can bring to your day-to-day, whether it's time savings, faster insights, or just planning, simplified.
This week's news features funding rounds for Super Coffee and Actual Veggies, acquisitions for Grupo Bimbo and Mizkan America, supply chain pressures, and the market's latest vegan butter.
An effective demand planning process can set the foundation of your brand's success for years to come. Learn about what it is, what it takes, the factors that go into it, and which paths you can take to get your planning just right.
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This week's news features three new stories on the pet supplement front, mac and cheese-flavored ice cream, and some nationwide distribution for Honey Mama's and Fly By Jing.
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This week's news features funding rounds for Nature's Fynd and X2, rebrands for ROAR and ChocXO, and the "scan-and-ship" retail experience.
This week's news features acquisitions for Once Upon a Farm, IPO action for Zevia and Dole, and some very high-tech bottled water.
Exploring the Venn Diagram of two branches of data science, plus how they impact businesses in the CPG industry.
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This week's news features a big-time acquisition for Hormel, a new mycoprotein fermentation plant for The Better Meat Co., and "raw tuna" ready to launch from Finless Foods.
To keep up with an industry that’s evolving at breakneck speeds, your brand needs instant access to the kinds of actionable datasets that will enable you to make the right decisions fast.
Automation is a key element to managing a holistic demand planning process. Here are 7 ways that automation can drive results across your organization.
This week's news features investments in an allergen kit, growing sales but flat inventory, and CPG for the space age.
This week's news features acquisitions of Sambazon and Kodiak Cakes, spicy chicken-flavored Pringles, lots of Takis, and a line of vegan chocolate via a well-known soap brand.
This week's news features a big-time chocolate industry acquisition, lots of updates from KIND, and—it's a dream come true—lime-only skittles.
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This week's news features acquisitions for Nestlé and Utz, new products from My/Mochi and Vital Farms, and an increase in demand for retail tech.
Whether you use SAP, NetSuite, CIN7, Katana, DEAR Systems, Fishbowl, a Microsoft ERP, or another tool, chances are it’s time to ditch the spreadsheets and adopt a more scalable demand planning solution—one that integrates with your ERP.
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This week's news features supply a Smartfood-Krispy Kreme collab, energy bar investments, and—perhaps a lot less fun—inflation.
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Carrying and managing excess can be very costly, and it's important to know the risks involved. We examine the causes of overstock as well as its impact on inventory management and supply chain operations.
This week's news features a potential valuation from Honest, almond flour ravioli, and—yup—Beyond Meat.
Agility is more than just a pandemic-era buzzword. We explore what it means in today’s ever-changing CPG landscape, plus how to bring it to life at your brand.
This week's news features a high-fiber hazelnut spread, an unconventional way to grocery shop, and—as usual—lots of activity in the world of plant-based protein.
This week's news features big bucks for alternative bacon, cell-based lobster, and a new private label food brand for Amazon.
This week's news features supply chain hiccups in the condiment space, new factories for Beyond Meat and Oatly, and a new way to do animal-free protein.
This week's news features a new supply chain strategy for H Mart, a huge funding round for LIVEKINDLY, and CAULIPOWER’s “forecasting superpower.”
What are the 7 A's? Agility, Accuracy, Actionability, Automation, AI, Alignment, Accountability
This week's news features Peeps-flavored Pepsi, a big-time valuation for delivery service goPuff, and—yup—the Suez Canal.
This week's news features big brands eyeing IPOs, supply chain backups from Texas’s winter storm, and one hilariously named condiment.
This week's news features investments in vertical farming, a big decision from Oatly, and lots of updates from Walmart, Kellogg’s, and Ocean Spray.
IBP platforms allow for a holistic approach to decision-making, but different brands have different needs. Here are 3 features CPG brands should look for when choosing the right IBP platform.
This week's news features future changes at Instacart, Shopify's investment in esports, and positive retailer sales reports from the past quarter.
This week's news features how lockdown helped Hershey's grow, Target's efforts to get its employees vaccinated, and Walmart's first months in the ecommerce space.
Inventory loss is inevitable, but it doesn't have to hurt so much. To gain an understanding of its root causes, it's important to utilize a supply chain management tool that can reduce shrink rates and increase profit margins...
This week's news features future changes at UPS, PepsiCo's development of its analytics platform, and expected changes in shopping behavior for 2021.
There are plenty of options for software that will predict demand for your CPG brand. Check out our list of the 30 best demand forecasting software systems for CPG brands in 2021.
This week's news features Walmart's continuous efforts to compete with Amazon in the world of eCommerce, the potential benefits of augmented reality on warehouses, and Mars Inc.'s latest efforts to address gender-based inequality in the workplace.
Call us biased, but we think the CPG Industry is an incredibly exciting landscape—from consumer behavior and e-Commerce platforms to supply chain and demand planning technologies that provide a competitive edge, and so much more...
This week's news features how household products carried 2020's big-brand sales, online shopping's fastest-growing demographic, and Instacart's business model change that means fewer in-store workers.
In times like these, the FMCG landscape can feel like a whole new game. Here are 17 best practices to keep your supply chain nimble.
This week's news features Walmart's latest endeavor in the financial industry, the impact of a limited workforce on companies' supply chains, and the strategies Barbie used to remain every child's It Girl through the pandemic.
Predicting consumer demand is a tough nut to crack. The most effective demand planners have the tools to predict demand accurately and execute a confident supply chain strategy to meet future demand in its tracks.
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The right demand forecasting process can pay huge dividends for your business. But in order to understand and leverage key demand drivers, you first need the have the right data, the right people, and the right software in place. Here's a step-by-step guide.
This week's news features carbon footprint labeling, the worldwide celebration of Veganuary, and the latest pandemic-driven meal trends.
This week's news features the latest stories that summarize some of 2020's biggest trends and milestones, plus a look at 2021.
This week’s news features brands making strides to become more sustainable, what Halloween might look like this year, and the race to launch drone deliveries across the country.
Nothing is more important than accuracy when it comes to demand forecasting. The higher the accuracy, the better. It can help businesses run more efficient S&OP meetings, scale with efficiency, and reduce costs across the entire supply chain.
This week's news features the Dive Awards' picks for the top leaders and companies in the business, a small town's high school students coming together to support each other, and the (soon-to-be) certifiable differences between vegan and plant-based.
This week's news features big corporations' visions for a more sustainable future, the mission to regulate plant-based product labeling in Oklahoma, and how technology could equal less food waste.
These brands have survived and thrived because the seeds to their supply chain success were planted long before the world was forced to stay inside. Read on for the tips and tricks of 13 top brands.
This week's news features the arrival of gluten-free Oreos, the ways consumers' tastes are changing as the holidays approach, and Unilever's mission to bring plant-based mainstream.
This week's news features the rising of snacking, Mars Wrigley's success in a digital world, and the future of bioengineered meat.
The ability to easily manage a bill of materials (BoM) is a key element to running an effective supply chain. We analyze the top 33 bill of materials software on the market so you can make the best choice for your business.
This week's news features the impact of Covid-19 on the upcoming holidays, how retailers are finally embracing third party delivery services, and PepsiCo's pledge to improve representation at the top.
This week's news features the surprising turnaround in Halloween candy sales, the incoming supply chain challenges as consumers start stocking up again on their favorite products, and the trends that will be most important to consumers in 2021.
This week's news features the resurgence of Earth Fare supermarkets, how artificial sweeteners are sparking a discussion about sugar-related packaging labels, and Panera's new strategy to encourage food sustainability.
This week's news features a hopeful look at this year's holiday season, an AI tool that will find recipes for you, and the flavors that will define 2020's fall and winter.
There is no shortage of inventory management software choices on the market these days. Check out our list of the 31 best inventory management software systems for CPG brands in 2021.
This week's news features brands making strides to become more sustainable, what Halloween might look like this year, and the race to launch drone deliveries across the country.
This week's news features the return of Expo East, the continuous rise of oatmilk, and a commitment from 200 brands to make the planet a better place.
This week's news features makeup made for space travel; brands coming together for good; and continued demand for alternative-everything products.
The fall equinox is right around the corner, and all eyes are on seasonality. This week's news features unique celebrity/brand collaborations; how companies are informing consumer for the halloween season as a way to bolster sales; and more!
In a consumer-driven supply chain, preparing for drastic shifts in purchasing behavior is a must. Use this guide to anticipate these changes during the school year, when demand variables are sure to throw off sales and supply plans.
September is here! This week's news features eCommerce and retail behemoths race to meet consumers where they are, the continued emergence of plant-based items, and a CPG-meets-fast-casual partnership that bodes well for the industry.
September is here and change is in the air. This week's news features the ubiquity of oatmilk-based items, the emergence of dark stores, and the refreshing of a 167-year-old cookie classic.
As August comes to an end, all eyes are on autumn. This week's news features environmentally-conscious brands, the emergence of social commerce, and a lawsuit about dairy-related labeling for plant-based brands.
Summer's hot and, like usual, the CPG industry is blazing. This week's news features canned tuna, NBA-led beverage funding, spicy spice sales and how candy-makers are preparing for a most unusual Halloween consumer landscape.
Implementing Machine Learning models and Artificial Intelligence is becoming the norm for CPG brands looking to leverage their data to gain more accurate demand forecasts, maximize sales, and reduce working capital. We explain how to easily implement...
The online community is a gem for discussing just about every topic under the sun. But did you know that it's also an invaluable resource for consumer insights, supply chain expertise, e-commerce, brand-building, data science, and all things CPG.
From solidifying financials to utilizing technology to maximize efficiencies, here are 5 actionable steps to help you gain perspective and implement strategies to overcome the inevitable challenges that may be thrown your way.
What parts are necessary to manufacture a product? That's the job of a Bill of Materials, a roadmap to a finished good. We explore its features and provide a free guide to creating your own...
Founder and CEO Tobias Lütke on creating opportunities for Shopify’s ‘one million merchants’
Join Unioncrate Founder & CEO Shastri Mahadeo as he discusses all things demand planning with a superstar panel put together by Consumer Goods Technology.
Join Unioncrate Founder & CEO Shastri Mahadeo as he explains the foundations of demand planning for BevNET & NOSH's Boot Camp 2021.
Consumer Goods Technology's Annual List Celebrates Today’s Leaders Taking Innovation to New Heights
Consumer Goods Technology's Annual List Celebrates Today’s Leaders Taking Innovation to New Heights
Founders Shastri Mahadeo and James Amable met at a Techstars Startup Weekend and went through the Techstars Internet of Things Accelerator in 2016 and founded Unioncrate.
The CPG demand planning software market will experience key developments in the coming years as it continues to grow.
A report on the outlook of the predictive analytics industry has found that it will see significant worldwide growth through 2025.
Factors such as the growing focus on digital transformation, rises in adoption of big data technologies, increasing focus on remote monitoring, and the need to forecast possible future financial scenarios are expected to drive the predictive analytics market.
Kohli, the co-founder of BOU Brands, will lead partnerships and develop relationships with CPG brands for Unioncrate, bringing its demand planning and operations management solutions to brands and vendors along the supply chain.
A multitude of factors in 2020 have nurtured growth in the predictive analytics market.
Unioncrate cofounder Shastri Mahadeo speaks with Jenny Fielding about how early obstacles running his own tea brand motivated him to create a solution to an industry-wide supply chain forecasting problem. Plus, he shares his perspective on how founders can sta
Recognizing 2020's top cloud companies and the future of the industry.
This bi-weekly column covers the latest news from venture capital firms in NYC for the first half of May 2020 featuring must-know news including news for Melitas Ventures, Trail Mix Ventures, and much more.
As AI becomes a more integrated part of the CPG world, consumers will come face-to-face with its innovation.
On this episode, Shastri Mahadeo, Founder & CEO of Union Crate sits down with Santosh to discuss his team is building powerful and flexible products to empower the consumer supply chain by leveraging artificial intelligence.
On this episode, we hear from Shastri Mahadeo from Union Crate. Shastri tells us the story of starting his first business as a teenager, and how those lessons have helped him in building Unioncrate.
The herbs and spices category heated things up this year, plus a selection of flavorful news.
The dish soap category had a lucrative 2020, plus the top news this industry had this year.
Bleach was one of the most sought-after products in 2020, giving the category a boost, plus the best stories from the year.
The scented candle category flourished in 2020, plus some of the best-smelling highlights around.
The aerosol disinfectant category was one of the most popular this year, plus the news that defined the sector's 2020.
The baby wipes category had a successful 2020 doubling as a way to clean our children and our counters, plus some highlights that kept it interesting.
The baby formula category had a relatively neutral year, plus some must-see highlights.
The baby feeding supplies category had a tough year, plus some of the most interesting stories the industry saw in 2020.
Growth was modest for the baby lotion category this year, plus some of the top highlights that have kept it fresh.
The baby & toddler food category had highs and lows this year, plus other top stories from 2020.
The baby bath products category had a strong 2020, plus some of the bubbliest highlights.
The kitchen cleaner category was very popular, plus a selection of related news.
The laundry care category experienced very healthy growth in 2020, plus other top highlights from a topsy-turvy year.
The conditioner category had a strong 2020 despite some challenges, plus the best industry stories from this year.
The shampoo category's many subcategories experienced ups and downs this year, plus some of the best highlights.
The pet toy category saw strong growth in 2020, and some of the best stories from the sector this year.
The pet bed category's growth was boosted during the pandemic, plus some of the dreamiest highlights of the year.
The pet collars and leashes category benefited from a boost in pet adoptions this year, plus news that kept the sector exciting.
The vitamins and supplements category was a consumer-favorite this year, plus a selection of the top stories in the industry.
The bird food category stayed strong through 2020, plus some of the top news for the category throughout the year.
Ice cream is always a favorite, and the category was able to grow despite the challenges of 2020. Plus, the sweetest highlights of the year.
In a year when face-to-face contact was something to be avoided, it's no surprise the face cosmetics category had a tough year. Nonetheless, the industry remained innovative and newsworthy.
The cat food category was unfazed by the chaos of 2020, holding at a healthy growth rate. Plus, some of the top news from the sector.
The dog food category grew 3% in 2020, and had a lot of exciting news along the way.
The frozen vegetable category reaped the benefits of a year focused on making healthy choices, plus some of the highlights for this category in 2020.
The alternative dairy category had an exciting and promising 2020, with almost as many highlights as there are types of milk.
2020 was a solid year for the packaged coffee category with strong growth, and some of the top stories from this caffeinated year.
The deodorant category saw drops in sales this year, plus some of the biggest stories in the world of deodorant in 2020.
The cookies category saw its fair share of losses and gains this year, and had newsworthy moments throughout.
