TraceOne, Boston, said it is included in “A Guide to PLM Providers for Formulated Packaged Goods Industries,” a December 2012 report from Stamford, Conn.-based Gartner. The research examines seven product lifecycle management (PLM) software vendors perceived as the most prominent among manufacturers of formulated products with sufficient presence, capabilities and viability, based on vertical experience, expertise, and software functionality.

Gartner assessed PLM vendor capabilities across six industries: packaged food and beverages, consumer chemicals, industrial and specialty chemicals, personal care, flavors and fragrance, and pharmaceuticals. TraceOne said it received a “strongly validated” rating in the packaged food and beverages category. The company also received “somewhat strong” ratings in consumer chemicals and personal care.

All three of these industries are considered to be high-growth areas for private label products, TraceOne noted. In the report, Gartner noted one of TraceOne’s strengths to be its experience and expertise in working with retailers and trading partners.

“We believe our inclusion in this report affirms that retailers should consider TraceOne as a good candidate for private label retail and CPG manufacturers' supply chain activities and is a testament to our decades of expertise in helping the largest retailers and manufacturers worldwide, as well as our ongoing investment in product development,” said Jerome Malavoy, founder and CEO, TraceOne. “In 2013, we are excited to continue to bring to market products and solutions that unify all processes for improved collaboration, efficiency and, brand loyalty.”