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What keeps Publicis Machine's cogs meshing smoothly

Leigh Andrews

Prepare for a year of industry game-changers, says Tom Fels, Group MD of Publicis Machine. Key among Fels' predicted changes: the end of the stand-alone digital agency...

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Top tips for women in tech

Lynette Hundermark

As a woman with more than 17 years of work experience in the challenging and constantly evolving tech industry, I have had my fair share of learning experiences over time...

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[Behind the Selfie] with... Justin Zehmke

Leigh Andrews

This week, we find out what's really going on behind the selfie with Justin Zehmke, Head of Publishing at Ole Media Group...

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Advertising
Ireland/Davenport appointed creative agency for Budget Car Rental

Issued by Ireland/Davenport

Ireland/Davenport has recently secured Budget Car Rental as a client, following the acquisition by Avis of the Budget Car Rental brand in southern Africa... read more>>
CSI
What if the image you project results in others judging you incorrectly?

Issued by Universal Church of the Kingdom of God

The sixth meeting of Godllywood's 12 Parts of Me programme began with different optical illusions projected onto a screen while a judge sat solemnly, ready to pass judgement on the person in front of her... read more>>
Digital
Technical team gets a boost at Moving Tactcs

Issued by Moving Tactics

The all-important technical team at Moving Tactics, a leading South African digital signage solutions company, has been boosted with the recent appointment of three new technicians... read more>>
A car that really speaks to you

Issued by NATIVE VML

When it comes to electric vehicles, South Africans are more than sceptical. This was something the NATIVE VML team had to be cognisant of when devising the launch campaign for BMW's electric car, the BMW i3... read more>>
USD$10m investment into One Africa Media

Issued by Private Property

SEEK, the world's largest online employment marketplace by market capitalisation, has announced the investment of USD$10m for an additional six per cent equity ownership in One Africa Media... read more>>
Events & Conferencing
ITWeb Security Summit features former NSA director, turned whistle-blower
Bill Binney, a former director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and whistle-blower, will be the opening keynote speaker at the ITWeb Security Summit 2015, taking place at Vodacom World from 26 to 28 May 2015... read more>>
Zinto has transformed the marketing landscape during the past 15 years

Issued by Zinto Activation Group

Fifteen years ago, a small activation company called Zinto was established by ex-educator, Michelle Combrinck. Its vision was straightforward: to change the way consumers interact with brands... read more>>
Media
Top 40 entries indicates abundant talent in media sector
Mobile
Millennials not likely to use a company's products or services after a poor experience, report finds
According to Oracle's global report, Millennials and mobility: how businesses can tap into the app generation, nearly 55% of millennials say a poor mobile app experience would make them less likely to use a company's products or services... read more>>
PR & Communications
Report indicates traditional PR breaks down in a digital era
'The South Africa PR Landscape 2014 report', produced by the Department of Strategic Communication at the University of Johannesburg, offers key insights into the achievements, challenges and future trends facing PR... read more>>
Radio
Wits annual radio conference in July unpacks Radio 2.0
The annual Wits Radio Academy's conference being held from 1 to 3 July at the Wits Club, Braamfontein, will be concentrating on the new shapes and forms the medium will take... read more>>
OFM and Toyota Free State Cheetahs - a winning combination

Issued by OFM Radio

OFM, the sound of central South Africa, will once again be the exclusive electronic media sponsor of the Toyota Free State Cheetahs during the ABSA Currie Cup tournament over the next three years... read more>>
Recruitment
Global Top Employers survey shows leadership development a top priority for South Africa

Issued by Top Employers Institute

The rapidly changing face of leadership has seen the growth of a collective - rather than individual - approach to leadership and the empowerment of employees to strive for leadership roles regardless of current position... read more>>
Social Media
Twiplomacy grows as world leaders engage followers
The Burson-Marsteller's Twiplomacy study, released 28 April 2015, indicates that governments are becoming savvier in the use of Twitter, with world leaders reaching large audiences with key messages and soundbites... read more>>
TV
Opposition to digital TV policy grows

Samuel Mungadze

Pressure group the National Association of Electronic Manufacturers (Namec) has joined e.tv's bid to have major elements of the digital migration policy set aside... read more>>
International
Samsung regains lead over Apple in smartphone market
WASHINGTON, US: Samsung retook the lead in the global smartphone market in the first quarter, as gains in emerging market sales helped it overtake Apple, a research group said on Wednesday... read more>>
First Glass Lion gets its jury
NICE, FRANCE: The jury to judge the first 'Glass Lion: The Lion for Change' award have been announced. The award, launched with the support of Leanin.Org, recognises work that breaks through unconscious gender bias... read more>>
Data entry outsourcing - Think before you leap...

Ritesh Sanghani

Competition has become inseparable - No business or commercial activity is free from it. This competitiveness has in fact become a blessing in disguise; since, it has allowed several other industries to flourish and thrive on it... read more>>
New Bud Light tagline turns off Millennials
Political transit ad ban vote in NY
Lizie Gower heads LIA jury of Production & Post-Production and Music Video
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Business
How to speak on the telephone

Roane Swindon

You may have your reception area perfectly set up for creating the ideal first impression, but are your receptionists and employees extending that impression on the telephone? read more>>
The nuts and bolts of succession planning
Succession planning is about filling the organisation's talent pipeline and building internal strength... read more>>
Government news
SA firms scrambling to comply with stricker B-BBEE rules: Deloitte
Most South African companies have been scrambling to ensure they comply with stricter empowerment rules prior to the deadline on Friday, 1 May, Deloitte says, warning of punitive measures for non-compliance... read more>>
State Security responds to Right2Know report
The State Security Ministry says Minister David Mahlobo is committed to meeting with various stakeholders regarding the work of his portfolio... read more>>
More Government news
Jobs offered
Senior Bookkeeper - Johannesburg
Join the Netflorist team - the exciting position within our Finance division has become available Read more >>



New events to diarise
Cosmo Mall Mother's Day Expo
4 May 2015 to 10 May 2015, North Riding

SMME Roadshow Opportunity
Cape Media - 6 May 2015, Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni | 8 Jul 2015, Port Elizabeth | 18 Aug 2015, Durban | 10 Sep 2015, Cape Town

David Grier talks about his 'Big Issue'
The Big Issue South Africa - 13 May 2015, Cape Town

Smart About Social
Red and Yellow School - 16 May 2015, Cape Town

Upcoming events
Soweto Brands Business Picnic
Middleman Communications - 1 May 2015, Johannesburg

Lifestyle Expo 2015
Big Events 365 - 2 May 2015, Durban, Amanzimtoti

Startup Picnic JHB
Startup Picnic - 2 May 2015, Johannesburg

Banting Bazaar
LOSE IT! Magazine - 3 May 2015, Cape Town

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