With global uncertainty on the political, financial and retail fronts, several new trends are emerging that will have a significant impact on Australian retail. There are five global retail trends in particular that all retailers must be aware of!
...read more
Companies are having to become more sustainable in their supply chain as they grapple with carbon reporting and the current downturn. There are all kinds of ways companies can help ‘green’ their supply chain while attracting customers, standing out from competitors and reaching profitable goals.
...read more
One of the smartest pieces of advice I’ve received is to outsource all non-core activities, acknowledge my strengths, recognise my weaknesses and work with that knowledge instead of fighting it. Focus on what you do best, and outsource the rest.
...read more
Intellectual property (IP) is often one of the uncounted assets of business, and like all business assets, IP needs to be cultivated to get the most value from it. Trade marks are an important part of IP. So what are they, why do we have them and how can you register your trade mark?
...read more
When money is tight, it’s important to look at cost-effective ways of selling. Now is the time to develop your online activities. Today’s buyers are heavily e-dependent. Convergence – the integration of TV with the Internet in a digital era makes everyone more relaxed about online shopping. The sooner your business embraces e-business, the sooner it will net you plenty.
...read more
As information becomes readily accessible in the age of the internet and other advanced technology, individuals are becoming more and more aware of the ways in which they can protect and maintain the privacy of their personal information. With the advent of social networking, the lines between personal and private are becoming increasingly blurred and it is important for businesses to understand how privacy laws are applied in the online space.
...read more
Teleconferencing is not a new technology, but is becoming more important and seeing increased usage as businesses cut down on the high costs of transport and travel. It’s extremely convenient because you can interact and collaborate with people without having to leave your office. By cutting out travel associated with face to face meetings you [...]
...read more