Great minds do think alike, but too many homogeneous minds can create hive thinking, which is something we need to move away from as a society. Social media is a good example of this: it has created an intellectual vacuum in which people are constantly being fed content by people who think like them and […]
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South Africa’s water challenges have been thrown into sharp focus by the situation currently unfolding in the country’s economic hub. The City of Johannesburg, though having faced dry spells and outages in the past, faces an incalculable crisis with millions of residents affected and water authorities advising city officials – both in Johannesburg and the […]
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Ten years after adopting quiet battery-operated landscaping and lawncare equipment the pioneering Hill Top Trading in Johannesburg has grown into a large and thriving enterprise employing more than 250 people and maintaining the gardens of more than 60 residential and corporate office parks. Amidst rising fuel prices and tougher competition in an over-traded market segment […]
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Husqvarna, a leading manufacturer of outdoor power products, is thrilled to continue its proud tradition of participation in Grain SA’s annual NAMPO agricultural exhibition in 2024. Scheduled from 14th to 17th May, the event presents the perfect opportunity for the company to engage directly with the farmers and landowners whose daily operations rely heavily on […]
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Leading commercial vehicle trade exhibition, Futuroad, hosted a CEOs’ Breakfast at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit on 3 May, bringing together industry heavyweights for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of the commercial vehicle aftermarket. The event is one of a series of thought leadership breakfasts for the automotive sector hosted by Futuroad. The breakfast, […]
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Enhancing logistics performance, reducing costs, and boosting efficiency are on the horizon as a new industry body gears up to launch. The Multimodal Inland Port Association (MIPA) will début at the upcoming Transport Forum event on May 23rd, from 09h00 to 12h15. This milestone occasion will bring together industry stakeholders, policymakers, and enthusiasts for an […]
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As our natural resources dwindle and carbon emissions rise, circular supply chains are becoming more critical than ever. According to author and circular supply chain guru Deborah Dull, we can save the planet using the principles of circularity. Dull is the author of “Circular Supply Chain”. Her author bio reveals that she fell in love with […]
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Boosting the adoption of international and local standards is crucial for South Africa to enhance economic growth and competitiveness on the global stage. Oliver Naidoo, Managing Director of JC Auditors, a leading SANAS-accredited certification body, asserts that while implementing standards in individual businesses offers clear advantages, on a larger scale, it can significantly alter the […]
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Preparations are well underway for the highly anticipated annual Road Freight Association (RFA) Convention, set to be held from May 24 to 26 at the Arabella Hotel & Spa near Hermanus in the Western Cape. Organisers are gearing up for a dynamic gathering of industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts, promising a programme packed with innovation, […]
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World Innovation and Creativity Day fell on the 21st of April, reminding us of the boundless potential inherent in human ingenuity and technological advancement. Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of this celebration, reshaping the landscape of business operations and customer engagement. The combination of advanced data analytics with cloud computing has propelled AI […]
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