Mike Broom asks where marketing research is going, particularly when you factor in the weak economy, budget cuts and greater complexity and the complexity of modern life in general. Broom says the bottom line of marketing research is still to gain better understanding of consumers. In this light, Terry Murphy says the new OOH measurement currency should bring even more growth to the outdoor advertising industry, particularly based on how the introduction of similar currencies has impacted other countries. We also put on our fun hats to go further Behind the Loeries 2016 with Suhana Gordhan, creative director at FCB Africa and newly nominated Loeries committee and board member. Known for her work on the 'Last Dictator Standing' Mugabe Nando's ad, Gordhan is proud of African creativity and has a strong commitment to growing creativity in this country and on this continent Fittingly, May sees the launch of our #AfricaMonth feature. You can look forward to exclusive interviews and thought leadership throughout the month on all things Africa, such as our articles on the Van Schaik bookstore expanding further into the continent and the importance of 'local format' TV content. Don't forget to join the conversation by using the hashtag #AfricaMonth when you tweet us!
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