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New TV ad from Superbalist.com features skinny dip
In the 30-second ad, we watch the unfolding of a serendipitous skinny dip, where models shedding their clothes with reckless abandon becomes a unique way in which to showcase the apparel - one garment at a time... read


Between 'Y' and 'Z' is a new generation that will reshape customer service

Aki Kalliatakis

They're here, a whole new generation of 'Teens' and 'Tweens', the 15- to 25-year-olds of today, making up around 24% of the population, who will change the face of retail shopping and already demand a high level of customer care... Read

Loyalty programmes - research indicates perceived value of rewards must outweigh cost

The pilot South African Loyalty Programme Member Engagement Survey canvassed 750 members of loyalty programmes in key sectors across the country in an online survey conducted by Tritech Media and Eighty20... Read

Spur to launch healthier 'better for you' children's food initiative

Children have always been valued as Spur customers in their own right - and catered for accordingly - whether via play areas and Secret Tribe membership or themed parties and their own kid's menu. It is this particular menu that is currently being reworked to give South African children 'better for you' meal choices... Read

Fashion, Clothing & Textiles
Maps Maponyane to launch menswear line with Spree
Spree, the South African online fashion retailer, has picked Maps Maponyane to work with them on their Spring/Summer 2015 range, from being a model in the recent summer campaign and TV ad to curating for the Maps' EDIT featured in the online store... read
FMCG
J.C. Le Roux launches new limited edition
With the new limited edition J.C. Le Roux Chrysalis Collection, each individual sparkling wine has been transformed with beautifully designed foils and ribbons adorned with butterflies, birds, enchanted forests and flowers to represent new life... read
Manufacturing
Integration for end-of-line optimisation

Issued by Pyrotec

Negating the opportunity for human error on a production line, as well as reducing packaging costs, optimising product coding activities, and meeting industry regulatory requirements, can be ensured by integrating machinery networks... read
International
Nestle restarts Maggi noodle production in India
MUMBAI - Nestle said Tuesday it had restarted production of Maggi noodles in India after a government ban was overturned, in a major step towards getting the hugely popular brand back on shelves... read
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Business
South African swagger won't work in Africa

Michael Wood

There are a few fundamental practices that need a fresh approach if we are going to embrace a united African economy, something that will benefit the whole of Africa and not just us... read
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New events to diarise
Enterprise and supplier development workshop
Simanye Consulting - 28 Oct 2015, Johannesburg


The Business Excellence Forum and Awards
ActionCOACH SA - 5 Nov 2015 to 6 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


5 November - Somerset West Event
Xtraordinarywomen - 5 Nov 2015, Cape Town


Reputation Management Conference
Reputation Matters - 6 Nov 2015, Cape Town


Retail Credit Conference 2015
Trade Conferences International - 11 Nov 2015 to 12 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


Township Business Conference and Expo
Moshate Media - 11 Nov 2015 to 13 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


Angola Procurement, Supply Chains and Logistics
AfriClan Conferences - 16 Nov 2015 to 17 Nov 2015, Luanda


Service design fundamentals Cape Town
DesignThinkers Group - 19 Nov 2015, Cape Town


2015 Gambling Indaba Conference and Expo
Gambling Indaba - 22 Nov 2015 to 24 Nov 2015, Cape Town


Fleet management course
TransAuto Academy - 23 Nov 2015 to 26 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


South Africa Forex Expo
Savannah Services - 5 Feb 2016 to 6 Feb 2016, Johannesburg


Upcoming events
The 2015 Annual National Taxi Expo®
Jozi Media Empire - 29 Oct 2015 to 30 Oct 2015, Johannesburg


Emerging Market Immersion Day
POPAI SA - 30 Oct 2015, Johannesburg


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