Archive of all comment and opinion articles – Page 90
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Business owners have a duty to accelerate their work on climate
It’s six years on from the landmark Paris Agreement where world leaders signed a binding global agreement to tackle climate change
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Three grocery shopping trends emerging from the shift to online
That millions of customers switched to online shopping during the pandemic and e-commerce raced forward decades in just a few weeks, needs little explanation. But what does need grasping are the secondary impacts this shift is having on shopping behaviour
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Alpro’s ASA censure shows suppliers must communicate their eco-cred perfectly
A claim to be “better for the planet” – as opposed to “good for” – could’ve avoided the ASA’s ire
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The New Zealand trade deal has some ‘big winners’, but UK farming isn’t one
The UK has reached an agreement in principle with New Zealand, whose farmers are thrilled. British farmers, however, are less convinced
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Why we need to rewrite the playbook on suppliers’ commercial departments
It is astonishing that commercial teams are still so traditional in their make-up, says David Sables, CEO of Sentinel Management Consultants
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The agile giants: how Nestlé and P&G demonstrate the power of being big
Two of the fmcg market’s largest players have provided further evidence of the growing benefits of scale
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Why methane reduction shouldn’t be overlooked in the emissions battle
Curbing human-induced methane emissions by 45% by 2030 will prevent nearly 0.3°C of global warming by the 2040s, says Warren Ackerman, head of European consumer staples research at Barclays
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What the food sector needs to know about employing prison leavers
People with a prison background often make excellent employees, says Andrea Coady, policy manager at Nacro
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As BrewDog delays its IPO, should it consider abandoning flotation altogether?
Arguably, subjecting BrewDog to the rigorous checks, balances, standards and scrutiny of being a plc could neuter the brand
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Deliveroo may have an edge, but it’s still all to play for in rapid delivery
Getir and Gorillas can win if they build their customer base and appeal to younger demographics, says Ilia Uvarov, executive creative director at R/GA London
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The Impossible Burger may soon hit UK shelves – but it’s got fierce competition
After years of waiting, the cult vegan brand today announced it is eyeing a UK launch
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Buyers playing a dangerous game as suppliers threaten to stop the trucks
Will suppliers stop the trucks? That’s the risk buyers amid inflation and delivery shortages
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Quaker Oats’ heroic bloke enjoys warm glow
As the mornings get chillier, it’s a good time of year to advertise porridge
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Under attack: simple ways to dodge the real threat of cybercrime
This company has been phished. That company has been subjected to ransomware. My friend has lost his identity
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Forget toys and turkey this Christmas, another Brexit deal could be on its way
The EU put forward a series of proposals last night to dramatically cut the checks into NI
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How suppliers and retailers can work together to help make Christmas as normal as possible
Now is not the time for ‘little and often’ supply, says SCALA’s Dave Howorth
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Why investors are getting jittery over The Hut Group
THG wants to concentrate on its Ingenuity arm, which is less well understood than its beauty business
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Fmcg businesses face urgent challenges – but they can’t neglect future planning
Industry is under immense pressure, but surviving now can’t come at the cost of future strategising, says Jeremy Garlick, partner at Insight Traction
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‘Beer for women’ is patronising, but brewers could benefit from better inclusivity
Brewers should focus on making their core brands gender inclusive and move away from traditionally male-dominated ad campaigns
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How brands can avoid delistings as a 'perfect storm' hits grocery
With nowhere to hide, the name of the game is going to be performance, says Andrew Cole, joint MD at Bridgethorne