Browsing all articles from November, 2006


Here is the theory behind the concept of so-called ‘Brand Butlers’: Customers are jaded, time poor and persistently disappointed with the service businesses that they interact with.

In part this is because service brands, for example financial services, almost deliberately over-promise how interested they are in their customers, …

New figures suggest low cost retail super funds are making a resurgence, with strong inflows reported for both BT Super for Life and AMP Flexible Super over the last 12 months.

BT Financial Group puts the doubling in assets under management to $1 billion down to promotion through …

Consumers have one of the most powerful tools at their disposal when it comes to poor customer service  – the ability to vote with their feet.

But recent qualitative research carried out by CoreData suggests that rather than exercise their right to opt to terminate a relationship when …

According to the BBC’s flagship current affairs programme, Panorama, individuals in the UK could pay as much as £96,000 in charges on pension contributions of £120,000.

The allegation was part of a damning look at personal pensions in the UK, which covered pension charges, mis-selling, commissions and …

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Financial Planning Shadow Shopping

A study of financial planner ability to service and engage with real buyers of investment, superannuation and insurance advice.

Greener Pastures

A study of the drivers and barriers for advisers establishing their own AFSL.

Financial Planner Affection

A study of consumer sentiment towards financial advisers and financial planning groups.

Women In Super

A study of the female mindset when it comes to superannuation.

Australian Cash Report Q2 2011

A detailed analysis of the Australian retail deposit industry conducted quarterly. Q2 2011 focused on 'At-call account selection drivers'.

Australian Mortgage Report Q2 2011

A detailed analysis of the Australian mortgage industry conducted quarterly. Q2 2011 focused on Lender Strategy / marketing impacts.