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Image via Flickr JeepersMedia The Kraft Heinz Company eliminated all artificial flavors and preservatives from its macaroni and cheese products in December 2015. Then the company proceeded to sell its products to consumers without announcing the change. Surprisingly, consumers didn’t notice, and Kraft succeeded in performing the largest blind taste test ever. Take a look…
Image via Flickr ted_major Listeria, salmonella, E. coli, and other foodborne illnesses have made numerous headlines in 2016, forcing companies to recall affected food products. This places tremendous strain on their supply chains. Take a look at what companies go through when they recall a product and how this affects their operations and the economy.Oops!…
Image via Flickr by Deborah Fitchett According to the California Health Department, the presence of Listeria monocytogens was found in Shafter at an apple processing facility. As a result, Gala apples and Granny Smith apples from the facility are being recalled nationwide. The affected apples are sold under the brand names “Granny’s Best” and “Big…
Image via Flickr Mike_fleming The Cuban trade embargo has been in effect since 1962, after Cuba nationalized several American-owned assets equaling over $1 billion. Though the two nations have had countless disagreements ever since, in mid-2015 Cuba agreed to allow U.S. embassies to reopen in its major cities. The relationship between the two countries has…
Image via Flickr JeepersMedia Since 2007, PepsiCo has taken a proactive stance on environmental and sustainable practices. The company has significantly reduced waste and water use in its manufacturing and distribution processes. Additionally, PepsiCo has worked with its suppliers to promote sustainable agriculture. As a result, PepsiCo has seen increased profits and improved customer satisfaction.Oops!…
Image via Flickr by liewcf In an uncertain world, there were still things people believed they could depend on. Some of these things included our need for consumer electronics like alarm clocks and home telephones. However, the introduction of the smartphone to the market has uprooted a number of key supply chains, leaving once-thriving industries…