Data collection technology is allowing retailers and manufacturers the ability to develop and stock the products that consumers want or even know the ones in which they should be investing time and money.

As the beverage market evolves, consumers now are able to combine drinking a little drink and smoking a little smoke into one (fluid) action with new developments in cannabis-infused beverages.

Consumers’ acceptance of purchasing consumer packaged goods (CPGs) from a variety of retail outlets as well as their desire for more choice is not just impacting retailers but the entire distribution network as it looks to accommodate a much more diverse shopping universe.

Despite its smaller share, indications point to eCommerce’s growing reach, particularly with retail chains.

Changes in the entire consumer packaged goods (CPG) landscape, particularly with eCommerce and even cashless options, is rocking the landscape.

A number of macro trends are empowering beverage innovation and contract packagers/contract manufacturers are helping to fill an important need state, experts say.

As the consumer packaged goods (CPG) market continues to influx with value-focused brands, more and more retailers are placing greater emphasis on their own brands, experts note.

When it comes to grocery retailing, analysts are seeing how consumers’ desire for better-for-you food and beverages have contributed to the growth of the natural and organic retail channel.

Beverage companies and foodservice outlets are employing digital marketing efforts, expanding clean-label offerings and sourcing locally to reach the millennial generation.