Articles by Barbara Harfmann

Experts note that the interest and adoption of AGVs rapidly is accelerating in the face of a diminished labor pool and the fact that robotic lift trucks are designed to handle repetitive tasks while allowing labor to be redeployed to more value-added tasks.

Celebrating its 30^th anniversary, Chicago-based Tampico Beverages has evolved since 1989 when it launched its first flavor: Citrus Punch. Today, the brand offers three lineups and 24 SKUs in its value-based, fruit-flavored punch drink portfolio.

In response to consumers who want more “pep in their step,” the energy drinks and mixes category is maintaining steady double-digit growth.

The most successful brands emphasize wellness, indulgence and convenience.

When it comes to beverage choices in the hot summer months, consumers have a multitude of options to ensure they have a “blast” throughout the summer.

To help drive sales, retailers are placing varying beverage products in coolers near cash registers to drive impulse purchases.

With warmer weather finally on the horizon, beverage brands are upping their game by offering consumers products that taste great and travel well to beaches, ballgames, poolside and the like.

Although “fabulous flavonoids” is not yet a recognizable term to many consumers, most recognize the antioxidant-rich properties and health benefits of several rich, darkly pigmented berries.

With five varietals, Riff is crafting cold-brewed coffees while ensuring consumers receive the right amount of caffeine thanks to its Riff Lift Index.

An upbeat color palette; easy-to-read, elegant typography; contrasting colors that pop; and playful graphics that emphasize branding are among the ways modern designers are bringing these concepts to life.