Dec 11, 2009

Atlanta Airport opens Sleep Rooms

Johnny Crawford, jcrawford@ajc.com Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has introduced sleep rooms operated by Minute Sleeps. The rooms are compact (2.13m x 2.44m) and come equipped with a daybed sofa, pillows, blankets, a noise reduction system which reduces outside noise, desk, phone, office chair and wifi.  The rooms are on Concourse B. So far the people who have used the rooms have stayed... read more

Dec 2, 2009

The “outsider” on teams

According to a study published in the Personality & Social Psychology Bulleti, better decisions come from teams that include a “socially distinct newcomer” – which is psychology-speak for someone who is different enough to bump other team members out of their confort zones. OK I know this is going to sound like justification for including consultants in teams but this is not what the... read more

Nov 15, 2009

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-16

RT @SilkCharm Toyota Yaris meets Downfall http://bit.ly/UZctH Social media campaigns that are all about stunts are risky. # Leading the way in twitter engagement @TrumpCollection thanks to @IvankaTrump. Smart to leverage popularity. http://ow.ly/AwoD # InterContinental.com named best website in 2009 Interactive Media Awards. http://ow.ly/AyCk (via @travel_buzz) # ABC building in Coffs Harbour may... read more

Nov 2, 2009

When 1 stop shopping goes too far

I know stores like Wal-mart prides itself on being a one stop shop for all your needs. I also know that “cradle to grave” customer retention strategies gained popularity in the 90’s and are now pretty much commonplace.  However I still find it a little perverse that Wal-mart are now selling coffins.  They’re only available online however but fear not, shipping anywhere in the US... read more

Oct 7, 2009

Versace closes Japan

Versace are withdrawing from the Japanese market with the closure of its last three stores in Tokyo, Osaka & Chiba and liquidation of the Japanese business by the end of the year.  This isn’t a permanent move however, its more because the Versace boutiques no longer represent the brand image and they feel its better to clear the slate and start again with the right locations, distribution... read more