The way in which South African shoppers target and utilise Black Friday shopping deals has matured quickly. Particularly by combining online research with in-store browsing, local shoppers have found themselves widely able to score purchases at lower than regular retail prices, and without the angst which might accompany in-store-only shopping. 12 Dec 2019
Mr. Delivery was born in 1992, when ordering was done via the phone from printed menus on the fridge. After a technology-led transformation, the analogue Mr Delivery became Mr D Food, an online food delivery business reporting over 100% year-on-year growth. 12 Dec 2019
Following the Moolman Group's recent redevelopment, the Randburg community has been reintroduced to Brightwater Commons as Ferndale on Republic, officially launched on 6 December. 12 Dec 2019
In #FreshOnTheShelf, we round up our pick of food and beverage products that have hit the shelves recently. 11 Dec 2019
Woolworths has rolled out the second phase of its trial of specially-designed recycled paper bags for fashion, beauty and homeware purchases, in line with its vision to phase out single-use plastic shopping bags by 2020. 11 Dec 2019
A recent Nielsen survey shows that South Africans are the third most discount-obsessed shoppers in the world. The tougher economy and its strain on consumers has resulted in cutting back on their discretionary spending, impacting on the volume of grocery baskets. 11 Dec 2019
Fashionomics Africa's pilot phase of a digital marketplace is set to connect African creators with the world. 11 Dec 2019
Keeping staff motivated while having to work abnormal hours can be challenging during the busy festive season. 10 Dec 2019
Those looking to buy children's toys for Christmas presents need to be aware that dangerous toys are for sale in store and online, many of which contain hidden hazards that unnecessarily put children at risk of injury. 10 Dec 2019
Clicks is enhancing its beauty experience, beginning with the launch of a new concept store in Fourways, Johannesburg. 10 Dec 2019
Nominations are now open for the 15th annual Cleaver Awards. The national event recognises South Africa's top butcheries that meet the needs of their consumers in terms of in-store hygiene, the supply of quality assured roller marked South African Beef, their ability to offer the best advice on meal preparations as well as perceived value for money. 10 Dec 2019
As the festive season approaches, the retail industry in South Africa is preparing for the record sales and increased demand that are characteristic of the season. While this might be the first order of business, retailers also need to prioritise and focus on providing a positive experience for their customers, which is no easy feat, says Merchants South Africa's customer experience expert, Sandra Galer. 9 Dec 2019
Clothing brand Diesel and real estate group Bel-Invest have unveiled the first residential Diesel Wynwood building, situated in Miami, Florida. 9 Dec 2019
Unilever has invested €85 million in a new food innovation centre in the Netherlands, as the consumer goods giant looks to address "major global food system challenges". 9 Dec 2019
By the opening decades of the 21st century, businesses had adopted e-commerce stores, online advertising, and more recently, mobile applications. They have also embarked on the commercial marketing of various products in their store-fronts, accompanied by above-the-line media (print, radio, and television ads) from the start of the Christmas season in order to encourage people to shop for gifts. 6 Dec 2019
The decision to sell a franchise is as important to the franchisor as it is to the franchisee. Remember, the franchisor will be allowing the franchisee into the fold, sharing intellectual capital and the opportunity to represent the brand. 6 Dec 2019
In a move that will ease and speed up e-commerce set up on WordPress, internet domain registrar and web hosting company GoDaddy has integrated with WooCommerce, the open-source e-commerce plugin for WordPress. 6 Dec 2019
South African retailer Mr Price has just launched its own beauty brand named Scarlet Hill. 5 Dec 2019
Publik will take ownership of online retailer CyberCellar, following the signing of an agreement with current owner Silvertree Holdings. The deal includes investment from Silvertree into the new consolidated Publik wine business. 5 Dec 2019
Makro has launched a WhatsApp service allowing customers to instantly engage with the retailer's customer care team. Some of the features available in its chat offering include tracking orders, viewing current catalogues, accessing a digital store card, locating nearby stores, and having frequently asked questions instantly answered in chat on WhatsApp. 5 Dec 2019
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