The End of Video Rental

The makers of South Park have aired an interesting look at how technology has changed and some businesses failed to keep up.  Blockbuster has failed to keep up with technology, and is now at risk of complete closure.

With changes in technology, the video rental stores have become vending machines in shopping centres, an added extra with pay TV facilities or online through such systems as iTunes.

An interesting look at how if a business does not react to change, or is too slow in reacting to change that the consequences can be large.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd3zF1CCLmI

APPLE: 'Dear Samsung, sorry you're not as cool'

Apple has issued an apology to Samsung for saying on their website that Samsung had copied their designs for the Galaxy Tabs.  In the apology, they mentioned that the Tabs are just 'not as cool' as the Apple products.
The battle will continue between Apple and Samsung, and it will be interesting to see if either brand is tarnished from the battle.

Read more: http://www.news.com.au/technology/tablets/apple-dear-samsung-sorry-youre-not-as-cool/story-fn6vigfp-1226504298828#ixzz2AUUy3cWe

Toll eyes Aust Post parcel market

Toll Holdings is looking to cash in on the increase of small parcel deliveries currently handled by Australia Post.  They are looking to expand their current small operations to expand into an increasing market with the high Australian dollar and increase in online shopping.

http://www.news.com.au/business/companies/toll-eyes-aust-post-parcel-market/story-fnda1bsz-1226503892284?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss

Public Relations and Alan Jones

The comments made by Alan Jones in reference to PM Julia Gillard's father have had a major affect on the image of Alan Jones.  The following Glog looks at the issue, the fallout and the response to the issue.

http://www.glogster.com/belpearson/public-relations-crisis-alan-jones/g-6l7p5ghf5jm5pfo52jr35a0

Sacked MLC principal slams 'bully' board

Sacked Methodist Ladies' College principal Rosa Storelli has come out against her dismissal, and contacted parents and students against the decision, standing her ground that she has done nothing wrong.

http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/sacked-mlc-principal-slams-bully-board-20120919-265in.html

War of words over school's sacked leader

Continued issues arising after the sacking of the Principal of MLC.  Many other stakeholders are getting involved in the issue, debating occuring as to the reasons behind the sacking.

http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/war-of-words-over-schools-sacked-leader-20120919-2673y.html

Retailers call for GST on online sales

Again, retailers are asking for GST to be charged on overseas purchases.  Currently, Australians are able to purchase goods online from international sellers without incurring GST, and with the high value of the dollar, are able to purchase goods cheaper than in Australia.  It is estimated to be costing the Government GST revenue of approximately $2.45 billion in revenue over 3 years.

http://www.news.com.au/business/worklife/retailers-call-for-gst-on-online-sales/story-e6frfm9r-1226473906440?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss