In the haste last week to cover the online launch of Harvey Norman, the even quieter launches of Joyce Mayne and Domayne online went by almost unnoticed. Interestingly, the three sites are noticeably different.
Search results
‘No trade off for franchisees’: Harvey Norman talks up online venture
Harvey Norman has gone online – but what exactly does it mean for the company’s franchisees and everyday punters? Current spoke to the head of Harvey Norman’s Computers’ Division to find out.
Pioneer and Pure to launch music streaming service for Apple and Android
Pure Australasia, in conjunction with its local business partner Pioneer Australia, will next year launch a subscription music streaming for DAB radios, personal computers, tablets and smartphones.
The fiend in the fine print: Just how competitive is Harvey Norman Online?
Following the launch of Harvey Norman Online last week, Current takes a look at the fine print on prices and procedures. Is Harveys really offering the Best Price, and will other franchises ultimately pay the cost?
Appliances Online CEO reveals startling insight into business success
The boss of Appliances Online, CEO John Winning, has offered a rare insight into the business success of the retail website he founded in 2005. This information would please Harvey Norman, which launched its own online site last week.
Breville Group restructures Australian business, new GM named
The Breville Group has announced a restructure, with acting CEO Jack Lord appointing Jeremy Sargeant the new general manager for the Australian business.
That was the year that was: Q&A with Asko appliances
It has been a tough year for many in the appliance industry, but high-end appliance manufacturer Asko has found continuing success with its range of whitegoods and cooking appliances.
One-off costs contribute to 90 per cent dip in Fisher & Paykel profits
Fisher & Paykel’s six-month profit for the period ending 30 September 2011 declined by more than 90 per cent compared to previous corresponding period, due mostly to $8.5 million worth of one-off costs.
Harvey Norman v Good Guys v JB and the rest: Guide to clicks and mortar
Harvey Norman yesterday took its long-awaited e-plunge – find out how its offer compares to The Good Guys, Betta, Dick Smith, Retravision, Appliances Online, JB Hi-Fi, Bing Lee and WOW Sight & Sound.
David Jones sees wind fall out of its sales
DJs has posted an 11% drop in sales for the first quarter of the 2011-12 financial year (equivalent to more than $50 million). According to CEO David Zahra, electricals and home entertainment in particular played a part in this fall.