Truworths International Ltd has achieved sales of merchandise for the first 19 weeks of the 2008 financial period increased to R1 850 million, 15.7% above the corresponding period in 2006. 13 Nov 2007
Women exercise over 80% of decision-making when it comes to privately owned cars in South Africa today, according to the latest research by www.cars4women.co.za, a site managed by women, for women – drivers, that is. 13 Nov 2007
The Staffords range of baking products just became more tempting than ever with the addition of Staffords Polka Dots and Staffords 70% Cocoa. 13 Nov 2007
Donald L. Deubler has the guts of a high roller. In 2005, the former industrial parts salesman created a hot cell phone for kids. The award-winning device, which allowed only parent-programmed calls, soon generated US$20 million in annual sales for his Firefly Mobile. 12 Nov 2007
Cognac is the most successful style of brandy, with a golden period in the late 1980s and early 90s (mainly in Japan) and another strong spell in the mid-1990s throughout China, according to research undertaken by global drinks industry website just-drinks.com. 12 Nov 2007
Nick Badminton, CEO, says “We're going to show Pick ‘n Pay in a new dress” and the “new dress”, even though it will not entail renaming the group, will entail the rebranding of 400 stores, the phasing in of more than 450 new or repackaged lines, and the employment of global and local experts to drive the whole exercise. The aim to ensure the brand is world class. 12 Nov 2007
Consumer complaints website, PissedConsumer.com, has launched a new consumer advocacy section offering consumer tips and advice just in time for the holiday buying (and selling) season. 12 Nov 2007
Ted Leonsis wants you to pay bills and transfer money online in a new way, with no fees. 12 Nov 2007
Speech-enabled IVR is top-of-mind for many companies. As call centers look for ways to reduce cost, speech applications have traditionally been one of the lower cost alternatives. Over the next 12 to 18 months, 30 percent of Best in Class companies plan to implement a speech self-service application. 12 Nov 2007
What can retailers - both online and in stores - do to prepare for post-holiday returns? The first thing is to do everything they can to minimize return levels in the first place, Scott Silverman, executive director of Shop.org, told CRM Buyer. Shop.org is the National Retail Federation's digital division. 12 Nov 2007
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) says the region is ready to open the SADC Free Trade Area (FTA) next year as per the set milestones. 12 Nov 2007
With more than 17,000 visitors through the doors over three days, rAge 2007, which took place at the end of September, proved to be an ideal platform for retailers looking for a weekend of exceptional sales, marketers looking to introduce new products to gamers, and tech junkies and product managers looking to build brand awareness. Even tertiary institutions jumped aboard, using rAge as a platform to reach the Gauteng youth. 9 Nov 2007
Innovation is alive and well among coalition loyalty programs around the world. Despite their advancing age, coalitions are continuing to innovate to keep their programmess fresh and relevant to their target members. 9 Nov 2007
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas - at least on major retailers' Web sites. Banner ads are popping up on major e-commerce sites - including Amazon.com and Wal-Mart.com - highlighting top-selling computers, DVDs, toys and consumer electronics items as well as offering hints to help shoppers find something special for friends and loved ones. Yet while this year's online sales are once again expected to set new benchmarks, identifying this season's product and promotional hits is not as easy as it was in 2006. 9 Nov 2007
Dealers and resellers operating within the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) sector will soon have an opportunity to discover and study the latest in product and technology advancements, including mobile solutions and digital lifestyle devices – that is, if they visit the Sahara Technology Show on 14 November 2007 at Montecasino, Gauteng. 9 Nov 2007
The Sony Ericsson W960i Walkman phone, a combination of slim UMTS and Wi-Fi enabled phone with touch screen and high performance media player, will be available in selected markets across the globe from early 2008. 9 Nov 2007
Nampak, Africa's largest packaging company, won the most World Stars and Out of Africa awards at the recent Gold Pack Awards. 9 Nov 2007
The V&A Waterfront is South Africa's Number One Shopping Centre. Top 500, an annual B2B publication that identifies companies achieving the highest level of performance and success, recently bestowed this honour on the development. 9 Nov 2007
What makes some security experts nervous about such acquisitions is the uncertainty about product development. 9 Nov 2007
Maersk Line has announced the implementation of QUEST which aims to significantly reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions of its refrigerated containers (reefers). 8 Nov 2007
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