The future of business is in SMS texting

[Reuben Yonatan] NEW YORK, US: It wasn't that long ago that the cost of texting was on the rise, but the recent move towards smartphones has changed business models for cellular carriers. 20 May 2013 10:08

[Online presence 2] Get socialising online

[Luke McKend] Social networks have become an integral part of any business - if your customers are talking about you, why not join in the conversation? (video) 20 May 2013 09:51

What's in a name?

[Anton Ressel] Have you ever stopped to consider how much impact the name of your organisation has on its success? 20 May 2013 06:09

Reddy, steady... Stop

[Rod Baker] NEWSWATCH: The press ombudsman has dismissed Durban tycoon Vivian Reddy's complaint against the Mail & Guardian newspaper in its entirety, the newspaper reports, and Icasa is in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons, reports BD Live. On a sad note, SABC television and radio presenter Vuyo Mbuli has died, reports Times Live. 20 May 2013 05:59

360 degrees in training

[Su-Mari Du Bruyn] Too often we find that someone is appointed to a specific position, shown how the system works and then left to his own accord - that is it. Then, later when things go wrong, other people in the organisation are very surprised to learn that this individual gave poor customer service or does not know the first thing about the email program that he must use, etc. 20 May 2013 14:20

Does your brand need some street cred?

[Issued by Gullan&Gullan] For the first time in human history more than 50% of people live in cities. It follows then that many new and established brands are targeting this urban market, and are doing so with a "cool" brand positioning. 20 May 2013 10:33

Mega Cities mean mega opportunities and Africa is where it is happening!

[Issued by Topco Media] The first Mega Cities Africa Conference & Expo highlights the needs and challenges of cities and mega cities - the opportunities they offer are incubators of innovation. 20 May 2013 11:43

The power of true consumer insight

[Issued by NATIVE] Companies will need to start designing brands from the outside in by creating experiences built around a real relationship and bond with their customers. 20 May 2013 10:57

The power is in your hands

[Issued by Tag 8 Media] Operation Khanyisa was launched in October 2010 to combat electricity theft and to mobilise South Africans to use power legally, safely and efficiently. 20 May 2013 09:08

Is the MBA keeping up with the needs of business?

[Issued by UCT Graduate School of Business] New research shows that an MBA continues to be a ticket to increased earning power and senior roles but that the demand for sustainable and responsible management education is growing. 20 May 2013 10:03

Red Cherry Media has cost-effective TV and radio production and media packages

[Issued by Red Cherry Media] One of Red Cherry Media's value-for-money media and production offerings is a R320k TV package which includes the production of an ad as well as a week's worth of TV spots. 20 May 2013 08:48

Eduloan continues to adapt to the changing landscape of education

[Issued by Eduloan] The purpose of education is to equip an individual with skills to become a better individual. And this, besides providing loans, is the role Eduloan wants to play in the changing landscape of education in South Africa. 20 May 2013 12:16

Damelin Mowbray surprises maternity hospital mums

[Issued by Damelin] On 10 May 2013, the staff and students at Damelin Mowbray took Mothers Day as an opportunity to reach out to mothers in need in their community. 20 May 2013 11:28

Display right, display green

[Issued by FSD] If your company is following a green approach, choosing the correct display system/hardware for your next exhibition or interior shop fitting will say as much about your brand than the "green statement" on your website or the recyclable pens you hand out to prospective customers. 20 May 2013 08:29

Develop rapid-response ads for news stories

The creative community needs to think on their feet and develop rapid-response press ads for their clients, based on The Times news stories of the day in a new competition, The Times Press Challenge, in association with the Loeries. 20 May 2013 09:16