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- Mpact
The things we take for granted
Vinyl cling film, like many other packaging, forms part of our daily lives, but as we routinely wrap our left-over food or unwrap our cucumbers, broccoli and courgettes to prepare a meal, we often take its existence for granted. 22 Jun 2023
Four young entrepreneurs have been granted R100, 000 each by Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) to fuel the growth of their startup businesses. 22 Jun 2023
Source: Reuters.
Source: Reuters.
Mr Price, often considered the bellwether of the retail sector, posted on Thursday a fall of 6% in annual profit on the back of increased inflationary pressure on consumers and power cuts. 22 Jun 2023
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Image source: everydayplus – 123RF.com
In a time of shrinking budgets, where the pressure is on to show ROI for all marketing spend, branded merchandise remains a impactful way to draw attention to a brand. However, a good promotions strategy needs to embrace a changing market, ESG considerations, while being able to weather a tough economy. 22 Jun 2023
Pick n Pay's 56th birthday celebration with Roblox a game-changer for local Robloxians
As the Roblox craze continues to gain momentum in South Africa, Pick n Pay will be giving away free Robux vouchers as part of its 56th birthday celebration. 22 Jun 2023
Source: © Yulia Grigoryeva  Automated cash management reduces costs to retailers by 40% and supports customer choice
Source: © Yulia Grigoryeva 123rf Automated cash management reduces costs to retailers by 40% and supports customer choice
"An automated cash management solution with instant access to your current cash and the ability to borrow opportunity capital within a few hours isn't just a nice to have, but an essential in today's fast-moving retail environment." 21 Jun 2023
Image supplied. Jameson Irish Whiskey’s Jameson Distillery on Tour (JDOT), has returned to Johannesburg from Cape Town
Image supplied. Jameson Irish Whiskey’s Jameson Distillery on Tour (JDOT), has returned to Johannesburg from Cape Town
Jameson Irish Whiskey's Jameson Distillery on Tour (JDOT), has returned to Johannesburg from Cape Town. 21 Jun 2023
Pharrell Williams sparks joy with his first Louis Vuitton Men's Wear Collection
It was a star studded show as musician and producer Pharrell Williams released his first Louis Vuitton men's wear collection as creative director. 21 Jun 2023
Source: Barmalini  This year’s Galliova Food and Health Writers’ Awards returns with an exciting new category: the Galliova Egg Hero
Source: Barmalini 123rf This year’s Galliova Food and Health Writers’ Awards returns with an exciting new category: the Galliova Egg Hero
This year's Galliova Food and Health Writers' Awards returns with an exciting new category: the Galliova Egg Hero. 20 Jun 2023
- Heineken Beverages
Pongrácz the only SA sparkling wine awarded Grand Gold in Belgium
Pongrácz is the only South African sparkling wine to be awarded a Grand Gold for its Pongrácz Brut at the 2023 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles held in Belgium. The vintage Desiderius Pongrácz 2015 was awarded Gold. 20 Jun 2023
Source: © Anawat sudchanham  Customer empathy and good service are still more likely to sway shoppers than having the lowest price tag, snap poll finds
Source: © Anawat sudchanham 123rf Customer empathy and good service are still more likely to sway shoppers than having the lowest price tag, snap poll finds
A snap poll has revealed that customers are not basing their purchasing decisions on price alone but excellent customer service, with better products/services are on a par with price, in joint second place, when it comes to importance. 20 Jun 2023
- Stiles
Stiles Menlyn Pretoria showroom finds a new home showcasing exquisite tile and sanitaryware finishes
Stiles, the visionary trendsetter renowned for its exquisite tile and sanitaryware finishes, is delighted to announce the relocation of its Menlyn showroom. In a move that promises to redefine the design landscape, Stiles invites design enthusiasts, industry professionals, and homeowners to experience the pinnacle of tile and sanitaryware elegance at its new address: 188 Lois Ave, Newlands, Pretoria. 20 Jun 2023
Colin Erasmus, chief operations officer at Microsoft South Africa
Colin Erasmus, chief operations officer at Microsoft South Africa
An IDC study sponsored by Microsoft, titled Empowering Retail Associates in South Africa, has shown that while many retail workers in South Africa are feeling overworked, most of them see technology as a remedy to these issues. 20 Jun 2023
Image source: Blake Wisz from
Image source: Blake Wisz from Unsplash
There are very few instances nowadays where employees will spend their entire careers at the same company. The job landscape has changed so dramatically - particularly since the pandemic and the ability to work from home - that if a business fails to meet worker expectations staff simply look elsewhere and quit. 20 Jun 2023
Source © Niall Wiggan  In South Africa, loyalty programme owners are working hard to meet their customers and members where they are, now
Source © Niall Wiggan 123rf In South Africa, loyalty programme owners are working hard to meet their customers and members where they are, now
In South Africa, loyalty programme owners are working hard to meet their customers and members where they are, now. 20 Jun 2023
- Catchwords
McDonald's opens highly anticipated drive-thru at La Lucia Mall
La Lucia Mall, the premier shopping destination located in the upmarket suburb of La Lucia, in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, has an exciting new addition to its dining experience. McDonald's, the global fast-food favourite, has opened its doors, bringing its iconic and mouth-watering menu to La Lucia. 19 Jun 2023
- Perfect Word
WelfitOddy case study
Port Elizabeth, South Africa-based WelfitOddy specialises in the design, manufacture and sale of tank containers, used for bulk liquid shipping and transportation for the international chemical and food-grade logistics markets. 19 Jun 2023
Partnership delivers #ChangeforGood to communities in need
Exemplar REITail, in partnership with township food delivery service Delivery Ka Speed, sought to bring about positive change to the communities of Mabopane and Thorntree in Gauteng this Youth Day, through the #ChangeforGood campaign. 19 Jun 2023
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In the realm of consumer spending, older shoppers have proven to be the frontrunners across various categories, with one exception. A recent analysis reveals that older consumers outperformed their younger counterparts in nearly every category, except for jewelry, watches, and apparel subscriptions. 19 Jun 2023
- Insight Survey
Are sugar and caffeine fizzling out of South Africa's soft drinks market?
Both globally and locally, the Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSD) market is witnessing a shift in consumer preferences from traditional high sugar, caffeinated soft drinks to healthier variations that exclude these ingredients, driven by ongoing health concerns surrounding these ingredients. This is resulting in market players increasing its existing brand ranges or launching new CSD products that are sugar- or caffeine-free, or lower in sugar content, thus meeting the ever-changing needs of consumers and catering to ongoing global health trends and priorities. 19 Jun 2023
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