Harvey Norman GM's tip for Christmas retail: "Get the basics right"
The general manager of Harvey Norman has given a timely reminder to retailers on what they should focus on in the week before Christmas, saying retail staff "perform better when it's flat out".
Mon 17/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman begins Microsoft Surface pre-sales with high hopes
Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi have begun pre-orders of the Microsoft Surface. While the GM of Harveys was disappointed by Microsoft's early attempts to sell direct, he is glad retailers and consumers can now get their hands on the device.
Fri 14/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Tablets, TVs and tunes: Harvey Norman GM tips Christmas favourites
The GM of Harvey Norman has made his predictions for the best selling consumer electronics of the Christmas period, saying tablets are "going gangbusters". There are also some big categories that he expects to perform.
Thu 13/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman restructures to stay in touch with "emerging trends"
Harvey Norman will abandon its current Electrical and Computer divisions in favour of new divisions for Technology & Entertainment and Home Appliances, according to an email to franchisees sent by CEO Katie Page.
Tue 13/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman goes digital with new Fujifilm in-store signage
Harvey Norman is set to shake up its in-store aesthetic with the addition of new digital signage. The video-screen signs can be used to combine images, video, audio, text and RSS feeds into a signal active display.
Fri 09/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »CES predictions: The hottest products to hit retail stores in 2012
Following on from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this month, one industry heavyweight predicts the biggest products for 2012 - with plenty for retailers to look forward to.
Mon 23/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »"Bigger issues at play" in DSLR direct importing: Harvey Norman
While Harvey Norman has launched a website for direct import console game sales, the head of the company's computers division said he was 'not convinced' that direct importing cameras was a wise move.
Wed 18/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Harvey Norman defends direct imports: 'consumers are demanding it'
Despite a history of rallying against online retailers, Harvey Norman launched its own direct import online store last year. The retailer has now come out to defend the move, saying it was a case of "if you can't beat them, join them".
Tue 17/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Best price or lame duck? Harvey Norman defends competitive pricing
While Harvey Norman's Best Price Guarantee doesn't take into consideration grey imports and products from online stores, the company has insisted that the prices it offers are 'the best it can possibly do in the market'.
Wed 30/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »'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.
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