supply chain
The 10 Commandments of Product Development
Product development in the dietary supplement space is often described as a race to innovate, but successful products sit at the intersection of science, strategy and execution. Developing and customizing a supplement is not simply about selecting ingredients or following trends; it requires thoughtful planning, informed decision-making, and a long-term view of both the consumer ...
What’s Up With Upcycling?
The power of upcycled ingredients for sustainable natural products. Upcycled ingredients are made from food surplus or underutilized parts of crops that would otherwise go to waste. These parts are transformed into valuable products that support sustainability while reclaiming nutrients often missing from modern diets, making them important for both people and the planet. Hannah ...
Leadership Forum: Tariffs & Supply Chain Issues
NIE’s panel of experts discusses tariffs and supply chain pressures facing the natural products industry. The panel: Devendra Soman, Marketing Director, NuAxon Research, Satara, India, www.nuaxonresearch.com Lauren Clardy, Senior Director of Branded Ingredients, Maypro, Purchase, NY, www.maypro.com Luke Huber, ND, Vice President, Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), Washington, D.C., www.crnusa.org Shaheen ...
Cosmax Named to TIME Magazine’s 2026 World’s Top 500 Sustainable Growth Companies
Cosmax (Seoul, South Korea & Plano, TX), has been named among the World’s Top 500 Sustainable Growth Companies by TIME magazine. The annual list evaluates more than 4,000 companies worldwide based on a balanced assessment of revenue growth, financial stability and environmental performance, highlighting organizations that demonstrate long-term, sustainable value creation. Cosmax ranked 346th overall, ...
The Plant-based Revolution
How Nutraceuticals Are Embracing the Shift to Natural Ingredients. Plant-based nutrition did not arrive as a disruption; it unfolded as a quiet revolution. There was no single breakthrough or headline moment, it advanced through small, deliberate steps: the rise of clean labels, the steady embrace of natural origins and the slow recalibration of consumer values. ...
Navigating Nutritional Supplement Industry Supply Chain Management
Effectively managing an organization’s supply chain requires having the right resources, partners and planning tools to mitigate risk and navigate the challenges and disruptions that can occur in a constantly fluctuating global network of suppliers, contract manufacturers, brands and other key stakeholders working to meet the dynamic flow of consumer product demands. As we survey ...
What Did I Agree To? Purchase Order Transactions
Supply chain disputes come in a multitude of varieties. They may arise between brands, ingredient suppliers, manufacturers, distributors or retailers and can occur in a variety of contexts. The one constant in almost all supply chain disputes is that an “agreement” governs the dispute. What that agreement is, however, is not always as straightforward as ...
Beyond the Bottle: The Evolution of Supplement Packaging
Packaging plays a crucial role in the supplement industry, acting as both a protective barrier and a powerful tool for consumer engagement. While formulations and efficacy remain the focus of a supplement’s success, packaging delivers critical elements like safety, shelf-life, convenience and branding. As consumers increasingly prioritize sustainability and innovation, packaging has evolved to meet ...
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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root extract, has garnered significant attention over the past decade. According to the 2021 Herb Market Report, Ashwagandha ranks #7 in mainstream supplement channels and #4 in the Natural supplement sector, with consumers spending over $92 million in 2021. However, the increasing popularity of ashwagandha has caused supply chain strain, potentially leading ...
Innovation and Adaptation for a More Resilient Nutrition Industry Supply Chain
As we approach year-end and take stock in the current state of the nutritional supplement industry supply chain, we are seeing continued improvement with a mix of challenges and opportunities. For the industry overall, I believe we are at a kind of crossroads of innovation and adaptation. The global events of the past few years ...
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