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Software improves safety, brand image and bottom line for fleet operators

Electronic logging devices mandates further telematics implementation

July 1, 2019

In the fleet management world, the question no longer is whether beverage companies should implement telematics — it’s how.

Prudent compliance worth investment

Agencies lay out rules, regulations for beverage-makers

John Peter Koss

November 23, 2018

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Wherever you go, whomever you contact and everything you see in the beverage arena, in some manner, is governed by regulatory jurisdiction.

Craft beer act garners partisan support

Bill proposes lowering excise tax on domestic brewers’ first 60K barrels

Jessica Jacobsen

March 15, 2017

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At a time when the divisive nature of the United States is receiving much attention, it seems as though we have found a topic that both sides can agree upon: craft beer. In late January, the Craft Beer Modernization and Tax Reform Act was introduced in both chambers of Congress with bipartisan support.

Regulations impact beverage fleet management

Meeting regulations costly for fleet trucks

Tom Kelley

July 15, 2016

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In today’s business world, the toughest expenses to plan for are the direct and indirect costs that arise from meeting regulations and the instability of this environment.

Health and wellness drive changes for vending machines

Variety key for vending machine operators

Amanda Del Buono

June 9, 2016

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Beverages, especially carbonated soft drinks (CSDs), are an essential part of the vending channel’s success. Although the vending industry faces challenges, like complying with new government regulations and trying to meet consumer health-and-wellness demands, industry experts say that the vending channel is poised for growth.

Technology, government regulations change vending industry

Millennials drive vending channel changes

Maureen Alley

June 12, 2015

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Smart technology, government mandates and consumer expectations are changing the face of the vending channel.

Changing government regulations impact fleet operations

Government mandates add cost and uncertainty to fleet operations

Tom Kelley

September 15, 2014

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Just a few decades ago, beverage fleet managers worked with a well-established and generally predictable set of equipment-related variables to arrive at a total fleet operating cost that could be factored in to the wholesale product prices charged by a distributor.

FSMA takes a preventive approach to safety

Food Safety Modernization Act raises industry standards

Stephanie Cernivec

August 12, 2013

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During the first quarter of 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported 316 food recalls, according to Stericycle ExpertRecall, Indianapolis.

New standards impact school nutrition

Beverage companies look to meet new guidelines

Jessica Jacobsen

October 31, 2012

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For the first time in more than 15 years, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced new standards for school meals, including beverages.

BevTech ‘12 addresses hot topics

June 11, 2012

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The International Society of Beverage Technologists (ISBT), Dallas, hosted its annual BevTech meeting from April 30 to May 2 in San Diego.

2019 November

Beverage Industry’s November issue highlights the 100-year advocacy of the American Beverage Association and what’s next for CEO Katherine Lugar and a new plastics initiative, Every Bottle Back. This issue includes a special report on craft beer, an Up Close With feature on PRESS hard cider and what is sparking innovation in natural colors. Read more about how protein is powering up beverages and how warehouses are using WMS and WCS systems to streamline operations. As usual, the latest trends in new products, packaging and ingredients are highlighted.

Check back throughout the month for additional content.

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