GMA Association News
Recent developments in product-liability cases
GMA SmartBrief | Jan 06, 2009
Paul E. Benson, Esq., of Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP, will deliver his perspective on recent product-liability cases at the GMA Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Feb. 24 to 26 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Topics such as risk management, COOL, nontraditional discovery methods and food litigation from a plaintiff's perspective also will be covered. Click here to view the robust conference agenda that focuses on practical "how-to" litigation-management strategies. Register today!
Aligning sustainability vision with operational policies
GMA SmartBrief | Jan 06, 2009
As companies seek better ways to achieve sustainability gains beyond packaging, many find that manufacturing and supply-chain operations offer a "target-rich environment." To help companies address these operational implications, GMA partnered with Deloitte Consulting, PMMI and Hartness International to create: Sustainability: From the Boardroom to the Breakroom. Visit the GMA Web site to read the full report.
On the road together: Transportation capacity sharing
GMA SmartBrief | Jan 06, 2009
Sharing transportation resources is a way in which companies can work together to mitigate the rising pressure to reduce transportation costs driven by higher fuel prices and environmental concerns. But where do you start? At GMA IS/LD 2009, Hormel Foods Corp. and Hy-Vee will share key insights and lessons learned from their collaborative effort to improve efficiency, cut vehicle miles and transportation costs, as well as reduce the environmental impact of transportation. Don't miss this and other key sessions -- learn more at www.GMAISLD.com.
Manufacturing that's lean -- and clean: Download the report today
GMA SmartBrief | Jan 02, 2009
As companies seek better ways to achieve sustainability gains beyond packaging, many find that manufacturing and supply-chain operations offer a "target-rich environment." To help companies address these operational implications, GMA partnered with Deloitte Consulting, PMMI and Hartness International to create: "Sustainability: From the Boardroom to the Breakroom." Visit the GMA Web site to read the full report.
Food Fights -- Confronting criminal allegations when contamination hits
GMA SmartBrief | Jan 02, 2009
Scott Rickman Esq., associate general counsel, Del Monte Foods Co., will deliver his perspective on criminal allegations at the GMA Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Feb. 24 to 26 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Topics such as risk management, COOL, nontraditional discovery methods and food litigation from a plaintiff's perspective also will be covered. Click here to view the robust conference agenda that focuses on practical "how-to" litigation-management strategies. Register today!
GMA supports global scorecard
GMA SmartBrief | Jan 02, 2009
For the past six years, the Global Commerce Initiative has sponsored an annual benchmarking exercise using the GCI Global Scorecard. This process enables companies internally, trading partners collaboratively and the industry collectively to understand how well they are implementing global standards and the business results these processes produce. GMA would like to encourage you to participate across your business units and to also ask your trading partners to participate by filling out the 2008 GCI Compliance Survey. The site is accessible via www.globalscorecard.net.
Recent developments in product liability cases
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 31, 2008
Paul E. Benson, Esq., Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, will deliver his perspective on recent product liability cases at the GMA Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Feb. 24 to 26 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Topics such as risk management, COOL, nontraditional discovery methods and food litigation from a plaintiff's perspective also will be covered. View the robust conference agenda that focuses on practical "how-to" litigation-management strategies. Register today!
The SPEED of Trust: The one thing that changes everything
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 30, 2008
Join your CPG manufacturer and retail partners at GMA IS/LD 2009 to hear Stephen M.R. Covey, co-founder and CEO, CoveyLink Worldwide, explain why establishing and building relationships of trust in today's economy, where technology and globalization are changing everything, has never been more important. Find out how you and your organization can create, establish, grow and extend trust and even, where needed, restore it and reap the benefits. Don't miss this and other key sessions -- learn more at www.GMAISLD.com.
Successfully defend a food product liability lawsuit
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 30, 2008
Doug B. Besman, Esq., director, Insured Claims Litigation, Nestle USA Inc., will deliver his perspective on utilizing internal resources to successfully defend a food product liability lawsuit at the GMA Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Feb. 24 to 26 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Topics such as risk management, COOL, nontraditional discovery methods and food litigation from a plaintiff's perspective also will be covered. View the robust conference agenda that focuses on practical "how-to" litigation-management strategies. Register today!
Flavoring litigation: Current trends and the future
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 29, 2008
Ron Lee, Esq., and Ezio A. Listati, Esq., of Roetzel & Andress, will deliver their perspective on flavoring litigation at the GMA Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Feb. 24 to 26 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Topics such as risk management, COOL, nontraditional discovery methods and food litigation from a plaintiff's perspective also will be covered. View the robust conference agenda that focuses on practical "how-to" litigation-management strategies. Register today!
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GMA SmartBrief | Dec 29, 2008
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GMA IS/LD 2009: Be a part of the equation
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 29, 2008
Each year, GMA invites senior supply-chain and information-technology executives from CPG manufacturers and leading retailers to study and seek collaborative solutions at the GMA Information Systems/Logistics Distribution (IS/LD) Conference. IS/LD is the only IT and logistics event focused solely on in-depth CPG issues. Join your peers and GMA to address the most pressing issues affecting today's global supply chain -- learn more at www.GMAISLD.com.
GMA Science Forum 2009: Mark your calendar
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 24, 2008
All GMA members are encouraged to mark their calendars for the 2009 Science Forum, April 14 and 15 in Arlington, Va. With more than 170 participants in 2008, the first Science Forum provided a valuable platform for educational programming exclusively developed for scientific and regulatory experts in the CPG industry. Visit the GMA Web site for conference updates: www.gmaonline.org.
Attribute driven supply-chain strategy: Coca-Cola Enterprises
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 24, 2008
At GMA IS/LD 2009, Coca-Cola Enterprises and A.T. Kearney will present a framework, and lessons learned from its application, for tailoring supply-chain strategies -- product sourcing, replenishment frequency, inventory deployment, handling characteristics, etc. -- to more effectively and efficiently align distribution strategies with the unique characteristics of distinct product, market and supply combinations. Held April 5 to 8 at the Doral Golf Resort & Spa in Miami. Learn more about GMA IS/LD's cutting-edge content -- view the agenda.
Prop 65 and food: What's cooking in California
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 24, 2008
Trent Norris, Esq., Arnold & Porter, will deliver his perspective on Prop 65 at the GMA Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Feb. 24 to 26 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Topics such as risk management, COOL, nontraditional discovery methods and food litigation from a plaintiff's perspective also will be covered. View the robust conference agenda that focuses on practical "how-to" litigation-management strategies. Register today!
GMA and Deloitte Announce Shopper Marketing Webcast
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 10, 2008
Join GMA and Deloitte for a free webcast at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, to review the just-released findings of the GMA-Deloitte report "Delivering the Promise of Shopper Marketing." Participation is a must for those looking to accelerate their path to value in shopper marketing during these challenging economic times. Space will be limited -- register now!
Successfully defend a food product liability lawsuit
GMA SmartBrief | Dec 09, 2008
Doug B. Besman, Esq., director, insured claims litigation, Nestle USA Inc., will deliver his perspective on utilizing internal resources to successfully defend a food product liability lawsuit at the GMA Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Feb. 24 to 26 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Topics such as risk management, COOL, nontraditional discovery methods and food litigation from a plaintiff's perspective also will be covered. View the robust conference agenda that focuses on practical "how-to" litigation-management strategies. Register today!
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