Surviving the Perfect Storm in the Food Industry: How Progressive Food Companies Are Finding Shelter within Their Own Factories

White Paper

Food processors today are threatened by unprecedented industry challenges, including record-high costs for materials, energy, transportation and labor. Under mounting pressure to maintain profit margins, the industry announces extreme measures every week. Dramatic hikes in consumer product prices, reformulations using cheaper, lower-quality ingredients and even plant closings are now common subjects of news headlines. Download and read this white paper to gain an executive perspective on the underlying challenges in the food industry. It suggests a practical agenda for a strategic and tactical response through systematic introduction of lean and continuous improvement techniques and daily operating best practices.