Is There a PLMA Event in Your Future?

2012 is here and PLMA has important programs to add to your calendar. PLMA president Brian Sharoff previews the conferences and events that are coming up. PLMALive! will be there, too, with stories from the news desk about the issues and trends affecting store brands. Join news anchor Jodi Daley and PLMA’s team of industry commentators for insight and information. On your desktop, on your laptop year-round. Click here for video.

There’s Still Time for PLMA’s Year-End Review

How did supermarkets, drug chains and mass merchandisers fare in 2011? What is the outlook for the year to come? Tim Simmons hosts this review with Michael Sansolo, Len Lewis, David Merrefield, Brad Edmondson, and Dr. Kantha Shelke. Click here for video.

Older Americans Could Be Market of the Future

The 75+ aged consumers are
not only living longer but spending on food, health, and wellness. Brad Edmondson reports.

Wine Emerging as Store Brands Growth Category in the U.S.

Store brands wine may be a big winner in the year ahead. Len Lewis offers a taste of the vines.

The Saga of Self Check-Out

Heralded as a revolution in customer service, self check-out is still waiting for its day in the sun. David Merrefield reports on the lessons to be learned.

Women in Private Label

The role of women in retailing and private label has been greater than many men realize. And companies may be missing out on natural competitive advantages. Kurt Goldschmidt looks at some of the industry's heroines.

Technology is Transforming Packaging

Innovation is shifting packaging from making things look good to helping shoppers get the most out of their purchases. Dr. Kantha Shelke explains.

What Retailers Can Learn from the History of Supermarkets

Tim Simmons interviews author Marc Levinson about the battle for mom and pop grocery stores.