Dragons' Den survivor scales-up brand
The founder of Dragons' Den-backed start-up Worthenshaws is claiming significant turnover growth since appearing on the show, but is relieved she has outsourced manufacturing “to the experts”.
Archives for August 14, 2011
Supply chain ‘stays strong’ in face of riots
The food supply chain was not compromised during recent riots and disorder across England, trade associations say.
Social media: Opportunity not threat for food manufacturers
Social media tools, such as Twitter, Facebook and blogs, are more of an opportunity than a threat for UK food and beverage manufacturers, according to leading social media consultant, Matthew Yeomans.
‘Hugely significant’ Kraft move could signal M&A shift, says expert
A leading M&A lawyer has described Kraft’s plan to divide its global operations as a “hugely significant” move that could lead other multinational food businesses to demerge operations.
‘Techno disasters’ Matter, think tank warns nanotech supporters
Industry must learn crucial communication lessons from past “techno disasters” such as GM and asbestos to ensure greater consumer acceptance of new technologies such as nanotechnology, according to scientific think tank Matter.