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v2foods makes debut in Drakes Supermarkets
Emily Devon - 0
Responsible for bringing Aussies a range of plant-based products, resembling meat options – v2foods has now announced its debut with Drakes Supermarkets.
For the first...
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National Retail Association wellbeing concerns for retail workers during COVID-19
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The National Retail Association (NRA) has released a report detailing the health and wellbeing struggles of Australia’s second largest workforce as they battle COVID-19.
Australia’s...
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The answer to your static electricity problems is here
It’s well known that static electricity can wreak havoc in a production plant. The experts at SMC Corporation Australia and New Zealand have seen...
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Arnott’s biscuits adds dessert flavours… again!
Emily Devon - 0
If Australia is sobbing right now (thank you COVID-19), then Arnott’s biscuits seems to be the comforting shoulder to lean on.
Earlier this year, Arnott’s...
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Chit-Chat with KitKat for R U OK? Day
Emily Devon - 0
Chit-Chat with KitKat announces a major ongoing partnership with R U OK?, an Australian suicide prevention charity which aims to inspire and empower people...
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Share the Dignity & Woolworths supports Aussie women experiencing period poverty
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Woolworths and Share the Dignity are partnering in a Dignity Drive this August.
According to Woolworths, this will provide essential support to the growing number of Australian women experiencing period poverty as a...
Are retailers and consumers disconnected online?
Retailers and consumers may not exactly be on the same page when it comes to online shopping delivery options.
At a time when eCommerce is in the spotlight and many people are turning...
Industry 4.0: Sensor re-perception IIoT
The industrial internet of things, or Industry 4.0, is no longer a quirky distraction for those wanting to explore innovation. It’s a mainstream approach changing both the manufacturing and retail sectors.
By Peter...
Foodland launches ‘Exploring SA’ campaign
Foodland Supermarkets has launched a new campaign ‘Exploring SA’ to promote and support all 12 of South Australia’s regions.
Commencing on July 22 with a feature on the Adelaide Hills, Foodland’s Exploring SA...
Brownes Dairy launches the only WA-made cheddar cheese
Media Release
29 July, 2020
Brownes Dairy launches the only WA-made cheddar cheese on the supermarket shelves
Iconic West Australian dairy Brownes Dairy will bring WA-made traditional cheddar cheese back to local supermarket shelves...
Business Insights
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Are retailers and consumers disconnected online?
Emily Devon - 0
Retailers and consumers may not exactly be on the same page when it comes to online shopping delivery options.
At a time when eCommerce is...
Business Insights
Industry 4.0: Sensor re-perception IIoT
The industrial internet of things, or Industry 4.0, is no longer a quirky distraction for those wanting to explore innovation. It’s a mainstream approach...
Business Insights
Brownes Dairy launches the only WA-made cheddar cheese
Emily Devon - 0
Media Release
29 July, 2020
Brownes Dairy launches the only WA-made cheddar cheese on the supermarket shelves
Iconic West Australian dairy Brownes Dairy will bring WA-made...
Business Insights
30% of Aussie businesses not playing COVID safe
Emily Devon - 0
It turns out that not everyone is playing by the COVID conscious rules.
If you’ve visited a restaurant or a pub lately, you would have...
Business Insights
Small business determined to succeed rest of 2020
Emily Devon - 0
The healthcare, manufacturing and construction sectors are the most confident small businesses in Australia, feeling optimistic for the rest of 2020.
Businesses that are (understandably)...
Retail Business
Dare to Dream with Redkite and Coles
Emily Devon - 0
Redkite and Coles are aiming to support young Australians whose cancer diagnosis has put their lives on hold with Dare to Dream Scholarships –...
Retail World 360
Business Insights
Online grocery shopping… the next big battleground
Emily Devon - 0
Australians spent $94.6 billion in supermarkets in the year to March 2020, with Woolworths Group and Coles Group taking 67.5% of that total.
Data from...
Business Insights
NRA emphasises innovation in retail with Imfree partnership
Emily Devon - 0
Media Release
6 July, 2020
The National Retail Association (NRA) has today announced a partnership with Imfree, the first ‘PhyGital’ platform that connects local customers...
eNewsletter
Installing solar without burning the budget
With coronavirus restrictions now easing across all states, commercial and industrial operators that were affected by lockdown measures are now seeing a light at...
eNewsletter
No complaints about complaining customers
We should strive to understand customers who complain, because the feedback they bring can be powerful for a business.
By Drakes Director John-Paul Drake.
I love...
eNewsletter
The answer to your static electricity problems is here
It’s well known that static electricity can wreak havoc in a production plant. The experts at SMC Corporation Australia and New Zealand have seen...
eNewsletter
How to create the ultimate shop floor team
Don’t base skill mix and leadership model decisions on gut instinct. Recognise opportunities and create insights based on activity measurement and workload model creation.
By...
eNewsletter
Time to pack it up: sustainable packaging trends 2020
It’s fast becoming recognised that sustainable packaging equates to sustainable profits.
By PLAY MR Managing Director Becky Mead.
When Stevie Nicks sang “Well I’ve been ‘fraid...
eNewsletter
The positives of pestilence
The pandemic has presented the opportunity for critical appraisal of the best way ahead for your unique business.
By ShopAbility Director Peter Huskins.
Our world...
eNewsletter
Action from insights the way ahead
With prepared programs stopped in their tracks during the pandemic, it’s crucial that as businesses we learn to be adaptable, flexible and look after...
eNewsletter
New normal shows up negatives of the old
The pandemic’s restrictions have brought innovative ways of thinking, with rejection of previously accepted concepts of manufacturing as old-fashioned.
By Positiv Director Rene Rose.
A lot...
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Industries most impacted by COVID-19
In mid-March over 60% of Australian businesses report being affected by the COVID-19 coronavirus.
This is up from a massive 45% points from a month...
The bakery behind ALDI’s own brand
As ALDI expands into new Australian markets, the retailer is forging new partnerships with suppliers that can meet the high standards of its exclusive...
Spotlight on Australia’s supermarkets and grocery industry
By Jessica Mudditt.
IBISWorld’s ‘Supermarkets and Grocery Stores in Australia’ report describes Australia’s supermarket and grocery industry as “fiercely competitive” and highly concentrated. ALDI’s rapid...
Showbags Bonanza Sale at IGA
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Emily Devon - 0
Bensons Showbags are now available on the shelves of over 200 selected IGA stores throughout Queensland and Northern NSW.
The Showbags Bonanza Sale is available...
The state of supermarkets and grocery industry
According to IBISWorld’s Supermarket and Grocery Stores industry report ‘Checkout Update Q1 2018,’ the $102 billion industry is expected to grow by 2.2 per...
