Tag archive for Mega Trend

Retail is facing a monumental problem that no one seems to want to talk about. It’s that the entire economic model of revenue and profitability for retailers and the suppliers they do business with is collapsing under its own weight and soon will no longer…

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A lot of predictions have been made about the future of retail, but the bottom line is that the power is shifting from the retailers to consumer. In the early days of retail, producers had the most say about pricing and distribution. Over time though,…

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The phablet, a portmanteau of the phone and tablet, is a class of mobile device designed to combine or straddle the functions of a smartphone and tablet. Pretty phabulous, right? Large-screened devices are taking off rapidly in developing markets. Market research firm Jana released a…

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In this episode, John takes us through 3 mega trends for hypo-informed consumers. These trends affect businesses here in Africa and John gives us a little advice on how to make the most of them. Although many people may not realise it, mega trends have…

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Where does it come from? Naturally nutrient-filled soil? A Monsanto lab? A factory driven by child labour? Regardless of ethical beliefs, people want to KNOW. This is not just about social responsibility. It has to do with a paradigm shift. People are becoming less concerned…

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At Future Collective, we’re constantly on the lookout for the latest global and local trends. In this episode, John takes us through 3 mega trends that affect businesses today and gives a little advice on how to make the most of these trends. Although many…

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The aiming of a point-and-shoot camera at a mirror is possibly one of the most monumental advances in photography culture. Artists having been doing self-portraits for centuries, but never before has it been this easy. Now we share every aspect of our lives – we take…

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In our busy and stressful lives, time is the greatest commodity, and entertainment our greatest release. Ecologically sustainable living is not always easy, nor is it always fun. A documentary on the tragedy of polar bears on shrinking ice-caps, or an animated comedy about a…

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Whether it is ‘always wanting’ a new version of a consumer electronics device, or a software app update or even a food item that’s “new and improved”, consumers are relentless in their pursuit of “New”. The old model of physical consumption – purchase, use, declare…

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