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After analysis of hundreds of data points collected around the modern family experience and how it is changing, the PSFK consulting team noticed that an array of apps and platforms are helping parents respect their children’s desire for autonomy while simultaneously staying in control and setting measurable expectations. In most cases, these platforms work towards encouraging good behavior and instilling life lessons, while offering incentives for keeping up good habits.
Can Parents Safely Grant Their Children Autonomy Through Technology?
Visual Networking Index: Global Mobile Data Traffic Forecast Update, 2011–2016 [Visual Networking Index
February 6, 2013
Top 10 Consumer Trends of 2012
2012 consumers have had to learn to feel at ease with thrift as economic downturns just won't seem to go away .TOP 10 CONSUMER TRENDS FOR 2012: City Living Reigns
Swelling masses of urbanites with lifestyles to suit – style, tech and convenience-savvy – soak up new cultural influences that are blending with fresh brand experience-led approaches. This piece is the first in a weekly series of consumer comments exploring each of the trends Euromonitor International identified in the recent TOP 10 CONSUMER TRENDS FOR 2012 article. In 2012, Euromonitor International forecasts that there will be 3.7 billion urban residents worldwide .
Ericsson and MTN collaborate on m-wallet services | Ericsson
The new solution delivers a fast track route for MTN to quickly introduce relevant, new and differentiated m-wallet market offerings to its Mobile Money customers to create an optimized user experience. The partnership between Ericsson and MTN supports the operators' strategy to secure a flexible, reliable and efficient solution in the area of mobile financial services. As part of the co-operation, Ericsson will offer a prime integrator engagement model encompassing software, systems integration and managed operation services.Remittance and payment business to undergo shift
People queuing at money exchange houses to fill in remittance forms could soon be a thing of the past. More people are using mobile phones to send money home — resulting in instant transfers