SME Survey 2012: SMEs slow to harness Cloud

Despite the clear benefits of Cloud computing, ranging from reduced costs to improved efficiencies, small and medium enterprise (SMEs) have yet to embrace this approach to technology use. 25 May 2012 10:11

Customer feedback analytics offers real time knowledge

Centim, an integrated customer feedback and sentiment analysis solution, is available in South Africa through a partnership between Consulta Research and Clarabridge Inc. 24 May 2012 13:08

MultiChoice: Feedback on Dish Magazine poll

In response to subscriber feedback about the recent changes to the Dish Magazine, MultiChoice recently conducted a poll amongst its subscribers to determine each subscriber's preference for the Dish Magazine. With the poll now closed, we would take this opportunity to give feedback to our subscribers on the way forward. 23 May 2012 10:54

Analytix BI

Young, emerging 'Middle Class' boosts SA internet growth

According to the latest Analytix BI report "South Africa Country Report: Internet User Profile", the increase in Internet use has been strongly driven by younger South Africans between the ages of 16-29 years and those who live in 'Middle Class' (LSM 5-7) households. 23 May 2012 09:58

Research released on mobile app users in the News24 space

The SpaceStation has recently released research results from over 1000 Blackberry users of the brand's mobile app in the News24 space, which has had over 300 000 downloads since the app went live just over a year ago. 22 May 2012 13:05

New CEO for SAMRA

The Southern African Marketing Research Association (SAMRA), has announced the appointment of Leonie Vorster as its new CEO. Formerly the MD of Evolutions Research Solutions, Vorster is also a former SAMRA chair, council member and accredited researcher. 22 May 2012 09:18

BMi Research

BMi Research plants grass for Ubuhle

As part of its Quarterly CSR initiative, BMi Research and Timeless Land Scapers recently planted grass for the Ubuhle Day Care centre. 21 May 2012 10:21

Foshizi

Foshizi unveils a new company website

Black consumer insight agency Foshizi has unveiled a new interactive which not only makes surfing through it a pleasurable experience but also leaves the reader better informed about the market research company. 18 May 2012 12:23

BMi Research

From baby steps to big business

In 2009, Joseph Ntuli was an unemployed volunteer with the Ubuhle Centre in Bronkhorstspruit. Today, he owns Zabeswa Transport, which, thanks to international donors and the initiative of private sector partners, BMi Research and 4PL Group, is on the way to commercial success. 18 May 2012 11:37

Supporting measures to curb underage drinking

Alarmed by recent reports as to underage drinking, the government is considering legislation to increase the legal drinking limit from 18 to 21 years; however, according to the Industry Association for Responsible Alcohol Use (ARA), this will not have an impact on the 14 and 15-year-olds who are currently drinking. What is required is parental and societal guidance on the dangers of early drinking. 16 May 2012 10:15

Analytix BI

Rising SA household affluence propelled by consumer durables

Over the past five years, South Africa had witnessed a strong growth in the proportion of 'Middle Class' LSM 5-7 households and concomitant nosedive in the 'Bottom of the Pyramid' LSM 1-4 segment based on material gains in consumer durable goods, according to the latest Analytix BI report, "South Africa Segment Report: LSM 1-10 Demographic Trends". 15 May 2012 16:21

SAMRA

2012 SAMRA Conference: Early bird booking deadline extended

Good news for research practitioners and other stakeholders wishing to come up to speed with the latest research developments, practices and trends, is that the deadline for early bird bookings for the 2012 SAMRA conference (Southern African Marketing Research Association) has been extended until 21 May. 15 May 2012 10:00

SAARF-RAMS issues first release for 2012

SAARF-RAMS has issued its first release for 2012, covering the period October 2011 - March 2012. 15 May 2012 08:27

Marcus Evans

Revolutionising business operations by incorporating intelligent research practices

The Best Research Practices Conference, which will be held from 7-8 June 2012 at Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resorts, The Rosebank Johannesburg, attracts interest and participation from market research experts and professionals, who view this event as an ideal networking platform that facilitates the exchange of ideas. 11 May 2012 07:48