30 Apr 2026

CIMdata Whitepaper Shows How AI-Powered PLM Drives Brand Integrity for Food, Cosmetics, and Chemicals Industries

Independent analyst research from CIMdata finds that purpose-built PLM platforms help process manufacturers and retailers manage regulatory compliance across 170+ countries, while an independent Total Economic Impact™ study found up to 70% ROI within three years and up to three months reduction in time-to-market — capabilities trusted by over 9,000 brands including Barilla, Ocean Spray, and Suntory Global Spirits.

Paris, France — March 19, 2026 — Every food and beverage, cosmetics, or chemicals manufacturer or retailer launching products across global markets faces the same reality: regulations change faster than internal teams can track them, formulation complexity grows with every new SKU, and a single compliance oversight can trigger a product recall that costs millions and damages consumer trust built over decades. 

These challenges are compounded by a fragmented technology landscape. Most manufacturers and retailers still rely on generic enterprise tools or disconnected spreadsheets to manage product development, regulatory compliance, and supplier quality — creating silos that slow launches, increase errors, and leave brands exposed. 

A new independent whitepaper from CIMdata, the world’s leading PLM analyst firm with more than 40 years of market research, examines how purpose-built, AI-powered PLM platforms are helping process manufacturers and retailers break through these challenges. The whitepaper, titled "Product Lifecycle Management as a Catalyst for Brand Integrity and Agility," provides an independent assessment of how integrated PLM is transforming product development, regulatory compliance, and brand protection for regulated industries.... Read the full press release here

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