Superior Supply Chains in the Food and Beverage Industry Benchmark best practices and performances for next-generation success1 Executive Summary At the root of successful food and beverage manufacturing is effective supply-chain management, enabling companies to react to changing demand (new food trends, shifting consumer preferences, etc.) by swiftly communicating those needs to their suppliers. Food and beverage manufacturers also rely on their supply chains to help manage both food-safety risks and regulatory compliance. And while this industry is relatively recession-resistant, the severity of the recent downturn forced all companies to scrutinize margins more closely, squeezing suppliers as they manage month-to-month and quarter-to-quarter profits, rather than long-term growth.

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