For the last twelve months, TNS Research Surveys, marketing and social insights company, has been asking South Africans what brands they would recommend to foreign visitors attending the 2010 FIFA World Cup. 18 Jul 2007
The 2007 Flux Trend Review, in association with Bizcommunity.com is a two-day trends conference aimed at both business and consumers. It will take place in Johannesburg on 7-8 September 2007. 18 Jul 2007
Twenty food and twenty wine exhibitors offered a total 15,500 oysters prepared in unique and delectable ways while about 1,000 litres of wine was consumed between 700 people at the Pick ‘n Pay Oyster and Wine Mardi Gras. The event was held on Wednesday, 11 July, at the Heineken Pavilion at Loerie Park Sport grounds, and formed part of the 24th Pick ‘n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival. 18 Jul 2007
Chef Petrus Madutlela's drive to succeed took him from being a part-time cleaner at a catering company to becoming the country's top young chef. 18 Jul 2007
Toys for Boys is back! One of Gauteng's most exciting consumer expos is soon to make its long-anticipated return September 28-30 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre (formerly Nasrec). 18 Jul 2007
The number of South Africans with access to the Internet will grow by little more than 3% in 2007, despite massive growth in broadband connectivity. 18 Jul 2007
A new study, the Baird's Communication Management Consultants Africa Review, promises to discover exactly what encourages US investors to invest in Africa, and what puts them off. 18 Jul 2007
Ciro Alliances, the South African distributor of popular Italian premium espresso brand, Lavazza, has launched the first-ever Lavazza-accredited Barista Training Centre in Africa. 18 Jul 2007
Developing successful co-branding relationships requires commitment and investment from both parties. Philips and Sara Lee provide us with a great example of how companies can effectively develop such partnerships to drive innovation and create new markets, enhancing their brand equity. 17 Jul 2007
The top excuses for unlicensed software use reveals business owners and senior management are still unaware that responsibility for software licensing rests with them. 17 Jul 2007
Even better than just the time, there's even a spot where you can sit, relax and enjoy a cup or two... 17 Jul 2007
After prolonged economic stagnation, and at times even decline, Africa is experiencing an economic resurgence. 17 Jul 2007
...and fielders... and wicketkeepers... and bowlers... 17 Jul 2007
Compass Group SA, a leading pioneer in the outsourced contract catering market, has further strengthened its position in the market through the strategic acquisition of two catering food services businesses. 17 Jul 2007
China has been promoting its outsourcing sector in recent years to tap the booming market. The nation's software outsourcing companies raked in $1.4 billion in revenue in 2006, up more than 40 percent compared with a year earlier. Unlike their Indian counterparts, outsourcing companies in China work closely with local clients from industries such as banking, securities and manufacturing. 17 Jul 2007
Telecoms operators today are increasingly interested in exploring the benefits of outsourcing their CRM and billing systems to third-party solutions providers. 17 Jul 2007
Web shoppers have a need for speed. They've gobbled up broadband connections, and they're less patient in poking around sites that they perceive as wasting their time. They've also become a little smarter - and more squeamish - about credit card fraud, and they'll quickly take flight if they don't feel right about an e-vendor's security. 17 Jul 2007
India and Egypt led the international challenge at the Africa Big 7 retail trade expo which opened at Gallagher Estate, Midrand yesterday, Sunday 15 July 2007, with large pavilions showcasing all number of products to African buyers and retailers. Bizcommunity.com also used the opportunity presented by the show to launch daily news into Africa with our new retail portal: www.bizcommunity.com. 16 Jul 2007
Can't find new smokers in the West? Why not try kids in Africa! 16 Jul 2007
In an unusual crossover, a new documentary-style marketing study developed to give marketers fresh insights into South African consumers, is also offering a new understanding of critical social trends in South Africa including crime and HIV/Aids. 16 Jul 2007
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