Newly organised methods of online criminal activity are threatening to democratise fraud and undermine banks and online traders, according to security experts at this year's RSA Conference Europe. 29 Oct 2008
The high-tech industry's near-term health depends on how badly you need that iPod or flat-panel television. 29 Oct 2008
As companies evaluate their carbon footprints, supply chains are one area of business that have come under increased scrutiny. Making the complex network of manufacturers, packagers, shippers, wholesalers and retailers greener protects the environment, saves energy, and ultimately reduces costs. 29 Oct 2008
Famous Brands, the quick service restaurant and casual dining franchisor, has reported a 7% increase in diluted headline earnings per share to 78 cents for the six months ended August from 73 cents a year ago. 29 Oct 2008
US-based company Artisan Wine launches new wines in 750ml PET bottles with an internal silicon oxide coating that eliminates oxygen penetration. 29 Oct 2008
The five-week long strike by the South African Commercial Catering and Allied Workers' Union against Woolworths is about to end. 28 Oct 2008
The South African Association of the Flavour and Fragrance Industry (SAAFFI), in conjunction with the University of Johannesburg, has custom-designed a groundbreaking university course at NQF-7 level in order to attract newly graduating students to the exciting and creative world of fragrance and flavour serving the food, beverage, cosmetic, toiletry and detergent industries. 28 Oct 2008
Industry sales figures by InfoSource, an independent market research organisation, have revealed that Bidvest company, Konica Minolta South Africa has strengthened its position to become South Africa's number one player in multifunctional printing systems (MFPs) in the first half of 2008. 28 Oct 2008
First National Bank (FNB) Credit Card - together with its advertising agency Action Ambro's - has won Silver in the prestigious International Echo Award in Las Vegas, Nevada, for its Credit Card Debt Repair campaign. 28 Oct 2008
South Africa's oldest and ostensibly most successful consumer exhibition, the Rand Show, will move into its new home as of April 2009 at Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand. The 11-day show will take place from 3 - 13 April 2008 at Gallagher with an entirely energised exhibition and entertainment offering. 28 Oct 2008
Want a day in the country, where tranquillity reigns and wine abounds? Then mark your diary for Saturday 15 November when the wine ward of Voor Paardeberg dons its glad rags for its annual festival. The event takes place at the Visitors Centre on the David Frost Estate and promises activities for the entire family. 28 Oct 2008
Although the National Ports Act commenced almost two years ago, the full effects of it are yet to be felt. The act contemplates some drastic changes to the regulation of port facilities and port services, one of the most notable being the requirement that all port facilities and port services be licensed or registered by the National Ports Authority (TNPA) in terms of the procedures laid out in the Act and its rules and guidelines. 28 Oct 2008
Mass Discounters has launched its Gameactive in-store brand-building promotional service for Game stores around the country. It aims to help companies promote their products in Game stores and simultaneously give customers one-on-one assistance with all products. 28 Oct 2008
Cadbury South Africa has appointed Ogilvy as creative agency on their chocolate brands - a portfolio that includes global giants Dairy Milk, Lunch Bar, Crunchie, Flake and Milk Tray. 28 Oct 2008
USA: Target, facing slower sales and rising delinquencies in its credit card business, last week said it is further tightening terms for its card holders - even those with good standing - and is being more aggressive in collection activity. 28 Oct 2008
Sure, Web-based chat applications on your site represent a leap in customer service and sales technology. But let's not forget that the brick-and-mortar standards still apply. If an end user is comfortable and finds your online rep trustworthy and predictive of his or her needs, the opportunities increase exponentially. 28 Oct 2008
The sale of 51 tons of stockpiled ivory will benefit elephant research, conservation and community development, according to the South African National Parks (SANParks). 28 Oct 2008
With the global demand for the production of bio-fuels growing, Africa's arable land once used for food production is increasingly being used to grow crops for the cleaner more sustainable alternative to oil. 28 Oct 2008
CAPE TOWN: Pharmacists and the health department have agreed to postpone until February today's court case over how much money pharmacists can charge for dispensing medicines. 27 Oct 2008
Grocer retailer Shoprite said today sales for the three months ended September rose by 25.9%, identical to the rate of growth recorded in the same period last year. 27 Oct 2008
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