A PMI (Purity and Metabolix Index) can assist to inform shoppers that the product is healthy i.e. minimally processed and supports a healthy metabolism. No single metric can fully define a healthy food, a well-designed PMI framework has the potential to become a valuable tool for product development, category management and shopper communication.
It is normal for many to focus on the Coles vs Woolworths supermarket battle. Numbers are analysed, results compared to suggest there is a ‘winner’. This analysis is of limited use because it does not include what other retailers are doing and importantly how shoppers are behaving. In my jargon you need to run the business by shoppers not spreadsheets.
The tech industry suggests that AI could develop into a system that can manage FMCG supply chains. This is debateable due to:
Human behaviour constant changing
Lack of data (quantity and quality) for models to interpret
Difficulty implementing changes in a complex and large supply chain of physical products
Challenges in having all supply chain parties (e.g. suppliers, supermarkets) aligned to the same plan
Shoppers be willing to pay for AI
The FMCG industry will continue to invest in tech to manage their operations and better serve shoppers. AI will be part of the FMCG industry but it is unlikely to evolve into a system that could replace the current system.
Many within the industry will suggest 60-80% of new products fail (i.e. delisted within 2 years). Half the battle for supermarket suppliers is getting ranged by major supermarkets. The other half of the battle is staying on shelf. This simple blog explains why brands and SKUs get delisted and what actions suppliers can take when they see the warning signs.
Background This quick blog will be most useful for people that have limited experience getting ranged with Coles and Woolworths
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