February 2006

By John Stanley I recently worked with a Council who were developing a new library and I was asked in by the Librarians to provide some visionary direction. To maintain confidentiality, I will not name the organisation, but while working with them, it dawned on me that libraries are different to retail establishments, but not […]

By John Stanley The world is getting smaller and ideas move around the world rapidly. One of the challenges as a retailer is mounting and protecting your brand or retail uniqueness. I am often confronted by clients who are worried that somebody will pinch their ideas. My reaction is always don�t worry; they cannot pinch

By John Stanley I was first introduced to the Sigmoid Curve many years ago by the garden centre consultant, Ken Allen. I have used it many times since then to explain business development and its relevance today is more critical than it�s ever been. Before explaining the significance, let me explain the theory. Industries and