We're almost out of the month of love and so the year marches on. But if you feel you're trailing behind the head of the pack, here are a few things to mull over...
Michelle Francis suggests a
new currency for FMCG retail - shopper delight; Liza Bright gives us a few things to
consider when facing FMCG challenges; and Rolf Ackermann begs for
packaging that opens (and three-point plugs).
In business news, SAB is making a massive investment in a
new maltings plant; JD Group's
CEO has resigned, Absa will soon have a
new name, Spark ATM Systems makes an
acquisition, and Growthpoint has
upped its offer for Fountainhead.
Onward, ho!
Shan Radcliffe, Group Head - Retail
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