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Time to lay these digital publishing myths to rest

Pierre Cassuto

Digital publishing and advertising is a sophisticated, high-tech industry where we have an array of statistics and metrics at our fingertips...

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Big data, big advantages

Simon Campbell-Young

Big data promises numerous benefits, such as competitive advantages, productivity growth, operational efficiency and innovation...

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Creating the elusive single customer view

Gary Allemann

Many organisations are investing significant sums and extensive time into implementing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems for their purported ability to deliver improved customer relations and client retention...

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Creative Week Cape Town
Loeries Radio, Television, Film and Video judging panel announced
Patrick Baron, Executive Creative Director of McCann in Australia will chair the Radio, Television, Film and Video panel for the Loeries... Read more >>

Marketing
A note on curiosity

Jessica Gregory

Someone once told me that curiosity is the definitive quality of a great strategist. But is there any space for curiosity to stand as the intrinsic draw-card by which we develop a campaign strategy? Read more >>


How to succeed with LOW-INCOME consumers

Attend this unique event on 13 August 2014 in CAPE TOWN. Get ground-breaking insights to better understand the realities of LOW-INCOME consumers, how to engage with them and how to succeed in this market! More information,

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It's all about ME!!!

Charles Maynard

I am writing this article to make marketers aware of what I have dubbed "The Me Generation"... Read more >>

Four principles for success as a modern marketer

Issued by GetSmarter

Capturing the hearts (and pockets) of the modern consumer is no easy feat. Marketing is becoming ever more complex, and the marketing professional needs to have an integrated approach... Read more >>

Branding
All Gold takes the lead as Icon Brands' winner
The 2014/2015 Ask Afrika's Icon Brand survey revealed that despite huge societal disparities, their palates mostly unify South Africans. Read more >>





Brandyourcar.com links OOH, social media
Cinema
NFVF supports DIFF for 13th year
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) initiatives at Durban International Film Festival (DIFF) this year include the hosting of various workshops and forums facilitated by major industry players... Read more >>

CSI
History created at this year's Kaya FM 67km Relay for Mandela Day

Issued by Kaya FM 95.9

History was created on Sunday, 13 July, when more than 17,000 runners participated in the second successful 'Kaya FM 67km Relay for Mandela Day' creating the biggest corporate relay ever... Read more >>

ECHO Events baking with purpose

Issued by ECHO Events and Conferences

On 18 July, for the annual international day in honour of Nelson Mandela, ECHO Events was baking away for the Haven Night Shelter in Greenpoint, Cape Town... Read more >>

67 Minutes Mandela Day: Giving thanks to the SAPS

Issued by Zinto Activation Group

In honour of International Mandela Day 2014, the Zinto Marketing Group embarked on a mission in tribute of Nelson Mandela to show gratitude to the South African Police Service (SAPS)... Read more >>

Design
New look for Disney Channel
Yesterday, 21 July 2014, Disney Channel launched a new channel logo and overall on-air branding across Africa on the DStv Channel 303 bouquet... Read more >>

Digital
Habari Media's #Tuongee2014 delivers digital insights

Issued by Habari Media

#HaveYouHeard that Habari Media's Tuongee 2014 featured hot digital topics by innovators, creators and propeller heads alike? Aptly titled 'Back to the Future' the conference delivered on the past, present... Read more >>

Events & Conferencing
UIA2014 Durban promises a world congress like no other

Issued by Tumbleweed Communications

With just three weeks to go before Durban welcomes 'The World Cup of Architects', UIA2014 Durban, to the city, arrangements are moving into top gear for the architectural event of... Read more >>





Magazines
USA's Magazine of the Year coming to SA
Fast Company, one of the most progressive business media brands in the United States, is launching a South African edition here in October. Read more >>

Cape Media scoops top international awards

Issued by Cape Media

Cape Media has walked off with a clutch of top international awards - including "Best Single Issue" for its flagship publication, Leadership magazine - at the 2014 Tabbie Awards in Canada... Read more >>

Mobile
A secure OTP banking channel for any mobile phone

Issued by AAT - Always Active Technologies

Customers using online banking often complain that they are not receiving their One Time Passwords (OTPs) timeously, or feel frustrated when authentication systems fail to speedily deliver the required interaction... Read more >>

Newspapers
Phakaaathi, a new soccer supplement

Issued by The Citizen

The Gauteng-based daily newspaper, The Citizen has announced the launch of a new soccer supplement, Phakaaathi, aimed at a slightly lower LSM reader... Read more >>

TV
Reality Check 2: Ubuntu just got a makeover

Issued by e.tv

Mzansi's unique reality show is back, this time with three new celebrities. Reality Check returns for the second season on Saturday, 2 August, at 6.05pm. This season sees... Read more >>

New sports channel from StarSat
Youth Marketing
Nkanyiso Bityela wins Mxit Reach's Ibali Lami writing competition
Nkanyiso Bityela is the overall winner of the inaugural Mxit Reach's Ibali Lami national writing competition... Read more >>


KEY INSIGHTS ON GROWING YOUR BRAND TO THE KIDS, TWEENS & TEENS MARKET

Attend this exciting one-day event on the 14 August 2014 and gain the latest insights to better understand kids, tweens & teens and how to actively engage with this market. More information,

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International

Mobile demand boosts Taiwan's exports by 10.6%
TAIPEI, TAIWAN: Taiwan's export orders in June rose 10.6% year-on-year to a 17-month high, largely boosted by continuing strong demand for electronic products, government statistics showed. Read more >>

Android app pirates face prosecution
SAN FRANCISCO, US: prosecutors released indictments against six people suspected of collectively pirating millions of applications tailored for Android-powered mobile devices. Read more >>

Facebook update lets users save 'stuff'
SAN FRANCISCO, US: A software update to Facebook will allow people to save online titbits such as links to consider more thoroughly later, when time permits. Read more >>


More International


Government

SA needs to engage on energy future
PRETORIA: While strides have been made since the establishment of the Department of Energy in 2010, Minister Tina Joemat-Pettersson says that the country needs to engage in a national dialogue about its energy future. Read more >>

SA to benefit from economic pact with EU
PRETORIA: South Africa stands to benefit from the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) that the Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries have negotiated with the European Union (EU), says Trade and Industry Minister Dr Rob Davies. Read more >>

Budget deficit to narrow to 2.8% by 2017
CAPE TOWN: Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene says he is confident that despite a turbulent economic climate, government will over the next three years reduce its budget deficit. Read more >>


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Lifestyle

Four Rosmead, for sure!

Brian Berkman

Four Rosmead is the kind of Cape Town boutique hotel where you would put your visiting family and friends who can afford to fly First but choose Business class instead. Read more >>


Jobs offered

Communications Coordinator - Cape Town
The UCT Graduate School of Business seeks to appoint a suitably qualified communications coordinator based in Cape Town. Read more >>

Account Manager - Johannesburg
A B2B marketing agency is looking for an energetic, self motivated account manager with Honours degree. The ideal candidate must be suited to an extremely fast-paced, highly pressurised environment. Read more >>

Designer Digital/Brand - Cape Town
We are looking for an inhouse creative, someone who can bring a destinct creative energy. Live and love design, be completely obsessed by the online space. Read more >>

Mid-Weight Interaction Designer - Johannesburg
iProspect is seeking a mid-weight interaction designer to join a new and evolving creative team that will work on top global and local brands. Read more >>

Web Designer - Cape Town
Adlab a specialist ad agency in Tygerwaterfront, Bellville, Cape is seeking to employ junior to mid web designer. Formal training a must. Read more >>

Project Manager - Cape Town
Oxford University Press, seeks a talented individual for appointment as a project manager, in the higher education publishing department, based in the Cape Town area. Read more >>

Journalist/PR - Johannesburg
MyBroadband is looking for a junior journalist/PR professional who will write about the South African technology sector. This position will suit a new graduate or young professional. Read more >>

Customer Relations Officer - Johannesburg
MyBroadband is looking for a person to ensure our customers are happy. Your job will be to meet clients, build relationships and tell them about our services and products. Read more >>

Account Executive/Office Coordinator - Johannesburg
Small, dynamic TTL agency is looking for an account manager/project manager to work with our idea producers with clients and ad hoc projects. Read more >>

Account Manager/Project Manager - Johannesburg
Small, dynamic TTL agency is looking for an account manager/project manager to work with our idea producers with clients and ad hoc projects. Read more >>




New events to diarise

Showbiz, Entertainment and Arts Expo (SEAexpo) - 9 Sep 2014 to 10 Sep 2014 Johannesburg
The SEAexpo, which is part of the Johannesburg Arts Alive International Festival, will be the very first of its kind for the showbiz, entertainment and arts industry in South Africa. Read more >>


Masters of the craft
SkyNet Social Gateway - 2 Aug 2014 to 3 Aug 2014 Cape Town

Crisis communication
PRISA - 4 Aug 2014 Randburg

Brand practice and entrepreneurship
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 19 Aug 2014 to 28 Aug 2014 Johannesburg,Durban,Cape Town

The Power Series - Woman's Month
27 Aug 2014 to 29 Aug 2014 Cape Town,Durban,Johannesburg

Restyle, review and redesign your life
Event Mechanics - 3 Sep 2014 Pretoria

Market Segmentation Conference 2014
Trade Conferences International - 3 Sep 2014 to 4 Sep 2014 Johannesburg

Mobile Innovation Europe Summit 2014
9 Sep 2014 to 10 Sep 2014 London

Graphic and web design workshops
Multidimensions - 8 Oct 2014 to 27 Oct 2014 Cape Town


Upcoming events

Changes to SA Immigration Laws: HR and management - 24 Jul 2014 to 28 Aug 2014 Cape Town,Sandton
South Africa's Immigration Laws have changed causing much debate and confusion. Keep up to date with our seminar. Read more >>

Startegic brand leadership
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 22 Jul 2014 to 23 Sep 2014 Johannesburg

Digital strategy in building brands
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 22 Jul 2014 to 23 Sep 2014 Johannesburg,Durban

Customer Experience Management
University of Pretoria & Consulta - 22 Jul 2014 to 25 Jul 2014 Pretoria

Strategic account management
AAA School of Advertising - 22 Jul 2014 to 1 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

DTP Adobe InDesign CS6
AAA School of Advertising - 22 Jul 2014 to 19 Aug 2014 Cape Town

SAFREA presents Louise Grantham
SJC Creative - 22 Jul 2014 Johannesburg


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