The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) recently handed an E-Mark certificate to Ceres Fruit Juices (Pty) Ltd, proving that quantity can also be quality. E-Mark is the quantity control scheme under SABS 1841 that aims to enhance consumer protection by ensuring that consumers will receive the quantity declared on the package. 21 Dec 2007
The ANC conference at Polokwane needed top-class communications, IT back-up and infrastructure… 20 Dec 2007
Results from the Careers24.com Salary Survey in 2007, the most comprehensive online survey of its kind ever undertaken in South Africa, show an increase in salaries and general work happiness in the agriculture industry. 20 Dec 2007
Woolworths has taken the lead in the introduction of organically grown cotton to the South African market and is currently the third largest consumer of certified organic cotton globally. This was announced at the fifth Annual Organic Exchange Conference held in Monterey, California in November 2007. 20 Dec 2007
Perdeberg Winery - the one with the zebra - has just signed up with the SABC to sponsor the weekly Restaurant Report, presented by Peter James Smith on SAfm radio. 20 Dec 2007
Wings on buildings, posters on flyovers and a round of parties no one will forget… 20 Dec 2007
This summer Pepsi explodes onto South African shores with the launch of its innovative new soft drink - Pepsi Max, which, like Pepsi Light, is 100% sugar free but has an enhanced flavour of cola to ensure maximum taste. 20 Dec 2007
Duncan Savage of Cape Point Vineyards and Dewaldt Heyns of Saronsberg near Tulbagh have joined the crème de la crème of South African winemakers as new members of the prestigious Cape Winemakers Guild. 19 Dec 2007
Keller Fay Group and Bazaarvoice study finds altruism drives online reviewers: A United States survey of over 1,300 reviewers shows strong majority are motivated by a desire to give back to brand and community. 19 Dec 2007
A new study shows that value-conscious holiday shoppers are influenced most by coupons, newspaper inserts and word of mouth - and it seems that 78% can't identify a favourite holiday TV commercial. 18 Dec 2007
A new study by The Nielsen Company says that younger adult viewers are two-and-a-half times more likely than older viewers to be technologically proactive in catching up on television shows they missed. 18 Dec 2007
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has decided to set up a Joint Venture (JV) with Smollan Holdings of South Africa and the JV will be operational from January 1, 2008. The strategic tie-up aims to build long-term capabilities and bring ‘in-store' execution focus in servicing the company's modern trade customers. 14 Dec 2007
Gen-health Medical Scheme has received an initial claims paying ability rating of A from independent rating company, Global Credit Rating (GCR). 14 Dec 2007
Google News has been tweaking its algorithm to show more updated and fresh stories as well as identifying the local news media which would be covering stories which may become global events writes Sharad Jain on the Google News Blog. 14 Dec 2007
Having worked with web sites for the past eleven years, I've seen a LOT of errors, poor judgment and embarrassing gaffs on the web. 14 Dec 2007
It has been well documented that user-generated reviews (a social media tactic) can and will increase sales. 14 Dec 2007
According to a new TNS Media Intelligence Report, the Radio Advertising Bureau reports that Network Radio ad spending was driven by heavy investment from retail and automotive in the United States. Total retail grew 42% in 3rd quarter and nearly and automotive increased 70% in 3rd Quarter. 14 Dec 2007
Gateway Theatre of Shopping has recently launched their new exciting customer relationship program, called Gateway Imagine. 14 Dec 2007
Esprit, the international lifestyle brand opened its first South African store at the V&A Waterfront on Saturday, 1 December. Situated amongst a host of international fashion brands on the upper level of the newly expanded Victoria Wharf, the store carries the latest designs, covering both Women's and Men's collections. A second store will open in Canal Walk at the end of December. 14 Dec 2007
Welcome, guys and gals, to this year's guide to gifts for geeks. Over the course of a year, I get to try literally hundreds of different products in my roles as a columnist for the Houston Chronicle, reviews director for the iPod Observer, and columnist for the Mac Observer. (I know, it's a tough job, but someone has to do it.) 14 Dec 2007
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