Do you as a retailer use digital direct marketing? If not, then here are seven reasons why you should. Interbrand Best Global Brands 2012 survey results have found that while Coca-Cola still holds the top spot, technology is where all the action is at the moment. For action of a different sort, we only have to look to Mangaung. However, Talifhani Munzhedzi reckons that while the bun fight that is the leadership tussle plays out, the media must not give South Africans a raw deal leading to Mangaung and needs to report on the issues and policies that will impact on us all. Where would we be without the SABC? Not only do they provide some news, but apparently make it as well - but for all the wrong reasons. According to weekend newspaper reports, there's a litany of wastage, misspending and "looting" going on at Faulty Towers. If you have a business and therefore employees, there's a raft of legislation that affects you and how you run your business and employ - and dismiss people. Brandell Turner unpacks employment equity and gives you some insights into how the legislation works. Biz Takeouts Podcast 40 concentrates on Google products in South Africa and tells you more about them. Rod Baker: Content Director PS Find out more about the products offered by Google South Africa, by listening to the latest Biz Takeouts podcast from the Biz Takeouts Marketing & Media radio show. PPS Take a look at the latest Ornico ad showcase.
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