In early-June Big Bazaar (part of Future Group) was reported to have broken off its relationship with Cadbury’s. About 2-3 weeks later the two were reportedly back together. The alleged differences and the apparent solutions have been reported widely, as also the feeling that some issues remain unresolved. If that reads like something you would find in a celebrity tabloid, you’re probably right. The relationship between brands and large retailers is truly one of the “love-hate” kind. And this case is no different from many other such relationships in various markets around the world. In fact, the Future Group itself…
Written By Rajendra Choudhary Senior executive's outlook towards supply chain tends to differ considerably from that of supply chain manager's. While SCM professionals concerns are usually operati,onal and immediate in nature, senior executives prefer looking at the slightly distant supply chain objectives. The increasing realization of supply chain's strategic re,levance is prompting senior executives to increase their involvement in the supply chain affa,irs of the organization albeit at a macro level. In the recent years, the scope of modern supply chain has expanded greatly. From its earlier definition which was more or less restricted to the movement of goods, warehousing,…
Brands are ready to roll the red carpet for consumers this festive season. But for #India's #jewellery brands this #Diwali will likely be a tad different from previous ones.
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