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100,000 people lost their jobs this year
The Quarterly Labour Force Survey, released by Statistics SA (Stats SA) on Monday (6 May) showed that 100,000 people lost their jobs in the first quarter of this year. The number of unemployed people now stands at 4.6m, equivalent to 25.2% of the working population. 7 May 2013 10:13
Astral Foods slaughters its profit
Poultry producer Astral Foods has confirmed in an updated statement that its headline earnings per share for the six months to March were expected to drop by between 75% and 95%‚ from those recorded last year. 3 May 2013 07:37
Seven new trends in shopper marketing
[Carolyn White] Shopper marketing is in the spotlight and these seven new trends, coupled with good digital and experiential strategies, will maximise marketing spend, driving more feet in-store and product off the shelves. 8 Apr 2013 09:27
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Bizcommunity April 1 price freeze is no joke
[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] Believe it or not, we've made the decision to freeze most of our rates for 2013! This is not an April Fool's prank but a strategic decision in line with our core objectives to assist businesses to grow and thrive via our portfolio of publishing platforms. 26 Mar 2013 10:37
Bizcommunity.com
If you're content, we're content
[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] "Content" is currently on everybody's lips, with everyone from the existing media to brand owners and individuals being encouraged to become content providers. Bizcommunity has been ahead of the content curve for over a decade. 18 Mar 2013 09:03
Turning shopper engagement inside out
[Jason Frichol] It's not often that I share or write about sublime shopper executions but this initiative blew me away. In fact, this is a first for me where the traditional mannequin becomes an interactive shopper information and engagement tool. 27 Feb 2013 12:13
Fore Good
Effective sales and merchandising - what does it involve?
[Leron Varsha, Issued by Fore Good] A brand is built through a consistent, relevant and credible message. As the economic outlook continues to be uncertain, now more than ever successful brands must focus on tightly integrating each stage within their brand's business cycle. 26 Feb 2013 09:56
Bizcommunity.com
[2013 trends] Pdf of 2013 Biz Trends Report now available
[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] Finally, what you've all been waiting for! Bizcommunity.com's 2013 Biz Trends Report is now available for downloading in pdf format - and this year we've improved the quality for a better tablet experience! 13 Feb 2013 14:33
[2013 trends] Africa's dynamic markets
[Obaika Consulting Team] The year 2013 for most brands, especially the ones coping with saturated markets in developed countries, will be a decisive one. Incorporating Africa into their corporate brand strategy, if they haven't done so, will be the better part of valour, so to speak. 31 Jan 2013 13:20
[2013 trends] Opportunities for growth within marketing and advertising arena
[Johanna McDowell] There are a few trends to be aware of in 2013 which will help create opportunities within the advertising and marketing arena in South Africa. A number of these come from local and international intelligence. 29 Jan 2013 12:41
[2013 trends] 'Goodvertising' - the key to brand leadership
[Thomas Kolster] There's a transformational shift happening and it's picking up pace in the New Year. Business and its far-reaching (some might say overreaching) arm, advertising, are becoming more responsible, more caring and more sustainable. 22 Jan 2013 10:53
The art of window dressing
[Gabrielle Venter] Every time you enter a shop, you are bound to see numerous mannequins dressed in the latest fashion that a particular store is selling. 10 Jan 2013 15:29
Could plain tobacco packaging come to South Africa?
[Rachel Sikwane] There is speculation that the rule of plain tobacco packaging could come to South Africa, following Australia's government decision to implement a law that requires tobacco companies to sell their products in plain packages. 8 Jan 2013 14:48
Using game theory in retailing
It may sound strange that Deloitte is advising retailers to start playing games, but it sees great opportunities for retailers to engage with consumers using elements of game theory (gamification). 30 Nov 2012 09:42

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