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BizTrends is back While clothing retailers' sales picked up in the July to December period, they are still at lower levels than previous years. Phakamisa Ndzamela reports, taking Woolworths, Truworths and The Foschini Group into account, noting that these companies have been keeping prices low to try and support volumes, as well as diversifying geographically. Having surveyed the expansion plans of 115 leading retailers, CBRE states that South Africa is still a preferred location for international brands. Preston Gaddy from Broll says that whichever region or city it may be, the underlying fact is that organic growth in their home markets is somewhat limited. Even though Eastern Europe, Asia and South America are also on their radar, he says many European and Middle Eastern retailers continue to acknowledge Africa as a key area for expansion. In other news, BizTrends is back, this time covering all industries and featuring the likes of: Jon Copestake who unpacks a report published by the Economist Intelligence Unit, titled Industries in 2016, with a global focus on the retail market; Justin Smith from Woolworths on conscious consumerism in the retail space and Jenna McArthur of er Jenna McArthur PR on the next big thing in fashion PR. For more trends pieces related to other industries, go to Bizcommunity.com/BizTrends. Jessica Taylor, Retail Editor (@Biz_Retail)
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Manish Bhalla Shopping cart abandonment rate has always been a big concern for ecommerce retailers, but the rise of m-commerce has given this crucial metric a whole new dimension... Read | Erik du Plessis and Neil Higgs Here is a list of brands that gained more than two million users between 2010 and 2014 (Source AMPS). This is enough people to fill Ellis Park more than 33 times... Read | Paul Adepoju Nigerian gift-card startup SureGifts is introducing a new service that allows employees in Nigeria to obtain voucher loans to pay for certain online services... Read |
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 | Eran Feinstein Rapidly advancing technology is not just changing the topography and demographics of East Africa - it is transforming the entire face of business, retail and financial development. What was once viewed as an untappable region is now being revisited with fresh eyes as an evolving market that is robust, viable and competitive - and should be globally recognised... read | | |
 | Jenna McArthur The PR landscape is constantly evolving and finding new ways and means of reaching communities. Jenna McArthur, owner of fashion PR agency Jenna McArthur PR, maps out what's next in 2016... read | | |
 | Lindy Barbour Despite the economic outlook, political uncertainty, international strife, drought, and the weakening of the rand, there remains an industry oasis. It is the franchise industry, encompassing a wide array of business sectors and it continues to hold its own year on year. At Franchize Directions, we believe 2016 is going to be no exception... read | | |
 | Grant Marshbank Supply chains - the series of events needed to get goods and services to customers at the right place, time, quality, and price - face a number of impending challenges in 2016... read | | |
 | Ndibu Motaung The South African commercial property market has broadly performed relatively well in the past few years despite the disappointing economic climate and somewhat mixed market fundamentals... read | |  | Simon Black 2015 saw many interesting trends and developments - particularly that of commercial property developers looking at ways to "go green". It also saw a boom in development of Africa's richest mile, Sandton, where commercial property space is more in demand than ever because of its prime location... read | |  | Jackie Burger Neo-Trans, wearables and curated self-expression seem to be the stylish buzzwords of 2016. Jackie Burger, style icon and editor-at-large, gives her thoughts on this year's ever-shifting fashion landscape. read | |  | Jon Copestake Although most retail markets will expand steadily in 2016, consumers and retailers alike could be vulnerable to crises of confidence... read | |  | Justin Smith Conscious consumerism and innovation are on the rise in the retail space and customers are demanding that increased attention is paid to sustainability... read | | |  | SAN FRANCISCO - Amazon said on Friday it has taken the first steps to begin maritime shipping operations, adding to its already vast arsenal of logistical operations... read | | | More International | |
|  | Rocket Creative Design and Display is looking for a temp office all-rounder to add support to their office team. Two month contract. Read more >> |
 | Stellenbosch University currently seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced sales consultant (Ref. MHF/013/0116). Applications close - 25 January 2016. Read more >> |
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| Debbi Fields "The important thing is not being afraid to take a chance. Remember, the greatest failure is to not try. Once you find something you love to do, be the best at doing it." |
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