by Kathy Gibson | Sep 8, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
If gender based violence (GBV) was a business, it would be a roaring trade. It’s time to stop talking about solving the problem, and actually start doing something productive, writes Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings. GBV is not just a problem, it’s a crisis....
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 25, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
As industry such as manufacturing moves into the 4IR era, organisations are increasingly taking steps to modernise their operations through digitalisation. Digitalisation combines traditional manufacturing methods with cutting-edge technological advancements. A recent...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 25, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
Implementing new business technologies should deliver good results and improved value. But they are notorious for failing, often causing hundreds of millions of rands in losses. According to McKinsey, 69% of business technology projects fail. The Boston Consulting...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 25, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
In the ever-evolving digital landscape of today, where data stands as the new currency, the demand for skilled data management professionals has become ever apparent. By Nora van Schalkwyk, head of finance and HR at Data Management Professionals SA As a critical,...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 25, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
South African retailers are being hit hard by load shedding. Costs have gone up and trading has come down. The Foschini Group (TFG), in a trading update in March, estimated that its retail turnover has decreased by about R1,5-billion and spent R200-million on...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 25, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
Smoke, fire, and flames claim numerous lives in South Africa, ranking among the top causes of death. In addition, the Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa has reported that almost one-tenth of all fires stem from electrical sources. “However, many South...
