The aim of this paper is to contribute to the debate on the future of the brand management structure in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) by examining current managerial perceptions of the relationship between brand and category management. The article is based on a case study of a single FMCG...

The article analyses historical trends in the development of private label and national brands using gradualist and punctuated evolutionary theories. The purpose of the article is to unveil patterns that would give fresh insights into the growth of private label in relation to national brands....

With a special focus on private label food brands and manufacturer brands, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the fast-moving consumer goods marketing landscape. The author illustrates the volatile nature of the relationship between the two types of brands as they compete and...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine shelf management practices of grocery retail chains and their category captains (CCs) in the marketing of consumer packaged goods. Design/methodology/approach – This is a qualitative, exploratory study that is set in a duopoly retail...