Unilever Lays Path to Global Growth

Unilever, the global giant that has built some of the world's best-known consumer brands, is managing a period of huge organisational change. At its heart is a five-year plan called "Path to Growth," which includes a re-shaping of the brand portfolio to concentrate on core brands, significant improvements in supply chain and innovation, a closer consumer focus and the building of an agile, enterprising business culture. Unilever has also undertaken a substantial acquisition programme (including Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, Slimfast and the much-publicised takeover of Bestfoods). …