Consumables

PURCHASE, N.Y. — PepsiCo is getting into the holiday spirit by unveiling limited-edition consumables to fit any occasion. From salty to sweet and everything in between, the company is debuting more than ten items ranging from granola bars, to beverages and chips. 

For those who wish to get a jump on their mornings, PepsiCo will be offering new launches from Starbucks and Quaker that will include: 

CHICAGO —  IRI announced Tuesday that it will begin providing supply chain services to Albertsons, the second largest grocery chain in the United States, in addition to being its preferred partner for point-of-sale data, consumer panel insights and strategic growth initiatives to support joint business collaboration.

PITTSBURGH and CHICAGO — The latest addition to The Kraft Heinz Co., has arrived in the form of Nancy’s Petite Stuffed Bagels. Quality ingredients such as butter, flour, milk and Philadelphia Cream Cheese are used to create these freshly baked consumables that are ready to eat in minutes. 

This week I was reminded by my two great nieces that we need to be setting goals and looking into the future. Living in the present or only perpetuating the status quo will not fuel growth and reinvention.

When you look in the near and not-so-near future, do you think your company will be in the same industry? In this rapidly shifting business environment, that’s a question that must be asked. Companies and industries are in constant change. To remain competitive and relevant you must imagine a new future.

ORRVILLE, Ohio — A new addition has arrived to the Dunkin Donuts Bakery Series. Determined by the “Vote for Your Flavorite” contest which began in August, consumers were sent samples of new possible additions to the lineup and then encouraged by the brand to cast a vote for their favorite flavor. After voting, those who submitted an entry were encouraged to register for the opportunity to win $5,000 or a year’s worth of Dunkin’ Donuts Bakery Series coffee.

COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. — Drake’s classic Devil Dogs, which are devil’s food cakes sandwiched around vanilla-flavored crème just got a slight makeover for the first time since 1926. The company which is now part of the McKee Foods family bakery, has announced new Fudge Dipped Devil Dogs.

The brand decided improved upon its classic by deciding to do just one simple thing. “Dip it in fudge, of course," Chip Stenberg, Drake's associate brand manager, said.  "We've got the research to back it up, but, hey, it's just a fact."

HERSHEY, Pa. — Hershey’s adds a new flavor to its collection for the first time in 20 years. The Hershey's Gold Caramelized Creme Peanuts & Pretzels bars feature a caramelized crème flavor with salty peanut and pretzel bits, topped off with a creamy and crunchy finish.