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Today's Automation News Headlines from Automation.com
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.jpg) March 10, 2010 - Automation expenditures in the food and beverage industry are expected to reach $6 billion by 2013. “The information architecture is extending its reach all the way to the consumer by way of social networks and a new generation of truly virtual on-line shopping and on-line product customization tools. It is becoming an important solution in the drive toward mass customization and has begun to change the way consumer facing business is conducted,” according to Principal Analyst for the CPG Industries John Blanchard, the principal author of ARC’s “Automation Expenditures for Food and Beverage Industry Worldwide Outlook.” The three major areas of focus in food and beverage manufacturing are cost management and margin protection, more sustainable manufacturing focused on energy usage and waste reduction, and better ensuring food safety. Survival is also dependent upon product, packaging, and manufacturing innovation. Since most CPG companies have similar business strategies, flawless and timely execution differentiates leading companies from their competitors. This study will help users learn what others in the industry are doing and the capabilities of each supplier. The study discusses strategies and tactics for suppliers and user manufacturers to be successful in the rapidly changing environment of the worldwide food and beverage industry. About ARC: Founded in 1986, ARC Advisory Group is the leading research and advisory firm for industry. Our coverage of technology from business systems to product and asset lifecycle management, supply chain management, operations management, and automation systems makes us the go-to firm for business and IT executives around the world. For the complex business issues facing organizations today, our analysts have the industry knowledge and first-hand experience to help our clients find the best answers. |
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