The current economic environment, together with the convergence of market forces, presents a myriad of challenges for retail and consumer product companies operating in Ireland.
The ability to identify, react to and take advantage of new consumer challenges, competition, price deflation, cost inflation and globalisation will determine the future likely winners and losers in this marketplace. In addition these industries are also experiencing heightened regulatory pressures which require greater accountability and transparency right across organisations' operations.
It is our understanding of these issues that is at the heart of our client service. Our retail and consumer group provides industry-focused accounting and audit, tax and advisory services to many of Ireland's leading retail and consumer companies. We provide our clients with practical and professional advice so as to help them to manage risk, improve efficiency and enhance value.
Publications
Global CEO survey: Retail results
This year our global survey examines how CEOs perceive the business environment in which they are operating and the impact of an increasingly connected world on the way companies work, grow, deal with risk and, ultimately, achieve business success. In this summary we reveal what CEOs in the retail sector believe are the current opportunities for achieving competitive advantage and business growth.
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Retail and consumer worlds: July 2008
Our retail and consumer worlds publication provides a quarterly update on pressing and emerging issues impacting the food, beverage and consumer products industry allowing you to stay ahead of the competition.
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Sustainability: Are consumers buying it?
Sustainability is rapidly becoming a business imperative and failing to respond to this challenge is no longer an option. This report provides a unique insight into how sustainability is likely to affect consumer behaviour and also details the key steps retail and consumer companies will need to take to address this issue.
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Global sourcing: Shifting strategies - A survey of retail and consumer companies
This survey of nearly 60 large retail and consumer goods companies across eight countries reveals that the practice of global sourcing is thriving. Many companies are however not clear on their cost savings or confident of product safety and other key risks. Cost is still the primary driver of global sourcing decisions. The report also contains practical recommendations on issues currently facing the sector.
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The food, beverage and consumer products industry: Achieving superior financial performance in a challenging economy
In our annual financial performance benchmarking report developed for the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA), we highlight operational and financial performance measures for manufacturers and retailers of varying sizes as well as for select food, beverage and household products segments. We also examine several key issues relevant to manufacturers in the industry.
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