May 26, 2013
Woolworths
Read the latest advice, feature articles and news on Woolworths, especially for the business leader.
Australian companies “starting to get” big data as Woolworths buys stake in data analytics firm Quantium
While large Australian companies lag behind their US counterparts when it comes to big data, Woolworths’ investment in Quantium suggests it could be a new battleground in the supermarket wars.
A proposal to fix the Coles and Woolies problem
Could there be a taxing solution to the problem of our supermarket duopoly?
The price cut customers hate: Woolworths considers more expensive milk
Two years after supermarkets introduced $1 per litre milk, they are losing the PR battle with dairy farmers. Woolworths is considering a new tactic.
Farewell James Strong: The Lismore farmboy who led Qantas and Woolworths
James Strong, an influential business leader and consummate communicator, died yesterday aged 68.
Behind the scenes at Virgin: The joys and trials of rebranding an airline
Hans Hulsbosch has rebranded many of Australia’s biggest companies. He says branding is more important than ever before, but some CEOs still don’t get it.
From products to people: Retail's challenge for 2013
Two Australian companies – Woolworths and Wesfarmers – are among the 250 biggest retailers in the world, a new report has found. But are they role models for the future of our other big retailers?
Wesfarmers' Richard Goyder: How I lead 200,000 people
At the helm of a $58 billion-a-year industrial conglomerate, Richard Goyder has narrowed a wide job description as managing director of Wesfarmers.
Ten Network posts loss of $12 million: Daily roundup
Ten Network Holdings has announced a strategic review of its operations just as it also announced a loss of $12 million for the year.
Clever Nick’s plans for Dick Smith’s revival
Service, online sales and extensive consultation with store staff and senior management are all part of the first 100 days for Dick Smith’s new owners.
Five must-watch meetings this AGM season
As our biggest names meet their shareholders, we list the companies and the trends you’ll want to keep an eye on.
Social media’s destroying Alan Jones’ joint
A Facebook group has ramped up the pressure on 2GB's advertisers to pull the pin on Alan Jones' breakfast show, as has an online petition that has attracted 100,829 supporters.
Companies search the world and hire at home
Forget the global executive. Of current ASX 100 chiefs, 70 were hired internally.
Dick Smith: Day one of a high-profile turnaround
What are the crucial early steps in a successful turnaround?
Goodbye CEOs: 39 chiefs make way for new faces in ASX100
A new generation is leading our largest companies. But they won’t be there for long.
Market analyst’s view: Invest where you shop
Retail is actually alive and well in Australia, despite the doom and gloom headlines. Consumption figures indicate spending remains strong on services and online.
ASX100 CEOs: Their path to the corner office
What positions should you seek out, and which should you avoid, if you plan on being the big cheese?
Are you sitting on a pot of gold like DJs and Harvey Norman?
Retailers such as DJs are sitting on very valuable property portfolios – up to $1 billion in the case of DJs. Are they worth more to keep or to sell?
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