Product management

A few days ago the Ministry of Development proceeded to impose a fine of 120,000 euros on an online store based in Larissa and at the same time suspended the operation of the store in question, as this possibility is now provided for by consumer protection legislation.

Preparations for the Deposit Management System (DYS), a key component of the Zero Waste Project championed by first lady Emine Erdoğan, have neared completion.

The system, aimed at reducing waste and promoting resource efficiency, is now in the pilot phase nationwide.

The Development Ministry is seeking to assign the role of "Big Brother" for 15,000 product codes to the e-katanalotis market monitoring platform.

Sofia, the vibrant capital of Bulgaria, is gearing up to host a prestigious international conference focused on innovation and creativity. Following the resounding success of the CreaTech Summit South-East Europe in 2023, the city is once again poised to become the epicenter of cutting-edge ideas and groundbreaking initiatives.

Many designers and many brands make huge efforts to create the most expensive and luxurious shoes – Their high prices are sometimes due to unusual reasons

In an era dominated by technological advancements, the term "digital transformation" has transcended buzzword status, becoming an imperative for businesses seeking profitability, competitiveness, and operational efficiency. Recent statistics underscore the global surge in digital transformation adoption, particularly impacting small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Some 39.8 percent of enterprises with 10 or more employees were considered as "innovation active" during 2020-2022, according to a survey by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).

This was 38.5 percent in the 2018-2020 period, said TÜİK on Dec. 12.

Over 70 percent of large enterprises with more than 250 employees introduced new or improved products (goods or services).

From Gorenje and Elan to Akrapovič and Dončić, Slovenian brands have long had a strong reputation. Many beloved old brands have fallen into oblivion due to market changes, but new ones are created all the time - and their importance extends beyond business.

While Greece has picked up speed in terms of innovation and strengthening the technology sector, businesses, especially small and medium-sized ones, still have a long way to go to boost their performance in this field, which is an obstacle for their further development.

The Development Ministry is seeking a formula for the inclusion of more branded products in the Household Basket in an attempt to satisfy the food industry, which has formulated the relevant request, while rendering the Basket more attractive to the average consumer.