In the realm of supply chain management, where efficiency and precision are paramount, disruptions can send shockwaves through even the most finely-tuned systems. One such disruption that has cast its shadow over the supply chains of South Africa is loadshedding. This blog delves into the intricate web of challenges that…
Supply chain management plays a crucial role in the success of businesses worldwide. It involves the coordination and integration of various activities, from sourcing raw materials to delivering the final product to customers. While historically dominated by men, the field is now witnessing a positive shift towards empowering women…
Marketing and supply chain management are two critical fields in business that are essential for the smooth running of any organisation. Marketing is the process of promoting and selling products or services to customers, while supply chain management involves the coordination and management of all the activities involved in…
In today’s globalised economy, supply chain management has become an essential aspect of many businesses. It involves coordinating and managing all activities involved in producing and delivering goods and services to customers. It encompasses everything from sourcing raw materials to delivering finished products to customers. With the growth of…
The recent unrest in South Africa and particularly in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng demonstrates how fragile the local, national and international supply chain and pipelines are. After experiencing the continued onslaught of COVID-19, the latest and almost unabated riots, pillage and attacks on people and property have created even greater…
Email engagement rates in 2020 were higher than they have been in six years. And new functionality and data analysis tools have strengthened email as a marketing and customer communication channel. Brands can now be far more strategic and personalised thanks to having a better understanding of what the…
Cyber-threats are increasing with the transformation of digital life in the wake of the pandemic. A risk-based approach is needed to safeguard the software and systems that underlie digital supply chains. The procurement process, third-party agreements and source code are areas of concern, write GEORGES DE MOURA and CHRISTOPHE…
Unless we build a strong, inclusive economy, South Africa (and every company in South Africa) is in big trouble. Supplier development and transformed supply chains are key to this. GLENDA NEVILL reports. The work many South African companies do in terms of supplier development is quite “remarkable” because they…
Current disruptions have brought to light the fragility of our supply chains, says MARZIA STORPIOLI. And the volatility is set to continue for quite some time. What to do? There’s not doubt volatility, turbulence and uncertainty will continue, and probably increase in the decades ahead, and the ‘business as…
By Dr Myles Wakeham and Annie Beckerling The recent outbreak of the Covid 19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of Supply Chain Management (SCM), as a sudden increase in demand for certain products and a complete standstill in demand for others has left many suppliers reeling. However the…
