The current economic crunch calls for a shift in thinking on the part of financial services providers in terms of how they respond to consumer debt, says Terry Kier, Managing Director, OriginEight Financial Services. South Africans, he says, are on average spending 80% of their disposable income on debt, with the average consumer owing to eight credit providers at any one time. 16 Oct 2008
With the proper analysis and planning, two CPG companies create packaging that is ECO-friendly and EYE-catching. 16 Oct 2008
A pre-listing statement for Reinet Investments, the separately-listed investment vehicle being spawned by the restructuring of Swiss based luxury goods group Richemont, was issued on Wednesday, 15 October. 15 Oct 2008
Foodcorp is adding to Cape Town's cultural diversity and reputation for innovation and creativity with the launch of the food manufacturer's new innovation centre, the 7th Floor. 15 Oct 2008
Grocer retailer Pick n Pay expects diluted headline earnings per share from continuing operations for the six months ended August to be between 15% and 25% higher than the same period last year, it said on Tuesday. 15 Oct 2008
The Department of Trade and Industry will on Thursday, 16 October, table the Companies Bill 2008, in Parliament before the Select Committee on Economic and Foreign Affairs for ratification and adoption. 15 Oct 2008
Verizon and Motorola launched another touchscreen wireless phone into the market Tuesday. However, unlike other touch screen handsets, the Krave ZN4 is a flip phone with a new spin - a transparent plastic cover. 15 Oct 2008
Many clients expect an advertising or marketing campaign to show instant results, and while new campaigns may result in short-term peaks in sales that keep the client happy, the real value is in the long-term. 15 Oct 2008
Here's something for whisky lovers who might like to share the gentle taste of Islay this festive season. The elegant and distinctive Bunnahabhain 25-year old is the perfect gift for those who appreciate the finer things in life. 15 Oct 2008
The inaugural South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) Expo will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre, north of Johannesburg, from 29 - 31 October 2008. The expo will highlight the benefits of product and system certification to local and international manufacturers, producers, traders, investors and to the general public that will be in attendance. 15 Oct 2008
October is breast cancer awareness month in South Africa and to build awareness of this silent killer, a group of 12 women have embarked on a cross-country journey from Johannesburg, departing 11 October, to Cape Town, arriving 18 October, on Harley-Davidson motorbikes, spreading their message of hope. 15 Oct 2008
The European automotive industry is fighting to mitigate the domino effect of the global market slowdown. 15 Oct 2008
Global brewing giant SABMiller Plc on Tuesday reported 3% growth in lager volumes with organic lager volumes marginally ahead of the prior year (up 1% in the second quarter) for the six months ended September. 14 Oct 2008
Wall Street saw its biggest one-day-surge on Monday after eight days of deep losses that took the Dow down nearly 2.400 points. 14 Oct 2008
With the December holidays and the New Year approaching, Lipton has created even more opportunities for individuals to ‘Turn Over a New Leaf' with their in-store and out of home campaign initiatives. 14 Oct 2008
India, Brazil and South Africa have agreed to increasing trade between the three countries, setting a trade target of about R142 billion by 2010. 14 Oct 2008
The time is not ripe for the deregulation of the South African petroleum industry, according to fuel retailers. Sector body wants a 'defererred' approach rather than 'overnight' change which could harm small players. 14 Oct 2008
Many businesses are turning to enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to help manage their business processes. Once the sale is over, however, the ERP sales rep most likely won't be there to help with integration, and that's no easy task 14 Oct 2008
Five wines from the Cape Legends portfolio have been selected by SAA's judging panel for serving aboard the national carrier during 2009. Each of the wines will be showcased to Premier Class passengers. 14 Oct 2008
One of the most enduring customer-service complaints is the poor performance of automated customer-service systems. Cost-cutting, outsourcing and corporate apathy have pushed customer contact to the bottom of the priority list, but one site will at least help you navigate these systems. 14 Oct 2008
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