by Kathy Gibson | Jun 27, 2024 | Features
By Jan van Ravenswaay – Forced by energy insecurity and in pursuit of a sustainable future, the concept of going off the grid has gained traction as a symbol of independence and environmental stewardship. More and more businesses and households are exploring...
by Kathy Gibson | Jun 21, 2024 | Features
Small and medium businesses share several commonalities with bigger organisations, especially as technology closes the gap between SMEs and enterprise systems. SMEs can now often afford and use enterprise-grade software and increasingly manage similar complexities...
by Kathy Gibson | Jun 21, 2024 | Features
Every year, R7-billion is paid out by the Compensation Fund and Rand Mutual Assurance to address occupational injuries and diseases in South Africa. This statistic highlights the pressing need for improved health and safety practices in workplaces across the country....
by Kathy Gibson | Jun 21, 2024 | Features
In recent years, the franchising landscape in South Africa has witnessed a significant shift as more franchisees embrace multi-franchise arrangements to ensure sustainable income in the face of inflationary pressures. While owning a single store was once sufficient...
by Kathy Gibson | Jun 21, 2024 | Features
In today’s interconnected world, small businesses are increasingly becoming targets for cyberattacks. With limited resources and expertise, these businesses often struggle to defend themselves against sophisticated threats. However, by implementing robust...
by Kathy Gibson | Jun 21, 2024 | Features
The government estimates that there are between 2.4-million and 3.5-million SMMEs in South Africa. While the majority of these occur in the informal sector, about a million SMMEs are formal entities. Given the significant role small, medium and micro enterprises...
