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Barloworld Logistics’ supplychainforesight 2016 report reveals the universal alignment of supply chain strategies with business strategy. Without doubt, the complex nature and fast pace of business today is forcing many business leaders to rethink their...

In 1973 the trade union movement was both racially and regionally divided. It virtually excluded African workers, and in many cases unions were led by cautious and paternalistic leaders, long schooled in avoiding confrontation...

Today’s large multinationals are complex organisms. Each one is a construct of its own history and legacy. Overly bureaucratic processes and inefficiencies can hinder effective communication and fast, decisive action. Agility of response is increasingly...

In its 13th annual supplychainforesight programme, Barloworld Logistics reviewed the journey of change and adaptation South African businesses have undertaken over the past year.

Finance professionals in South Africa feel pressured to compromise ethical standards. 32% of those polled by CIMA in South Africa reported feeling under pressure 25% agreed that those who report concerns about unethical behavior...

by Joseph Godson Amamoo ‘Africa: Rich but Poor’ studies the world’s biggest and most dumbfounding disconnect – namely that between Africa’s resource and skill-rich capabilities, yet its existence as the poorest continent on the planet. Amamoo...

Keeping pace with rapid changes in technology is a cause of concern amongst CFOs. So, too, is talent management – finding good talent, keeping it, and nurturing it. So with technology altering job roles, and...

Entrepreneurship 101 aims to educate South Africans about the fundamentals of entrepreneurship while looking at a uniquely South African business environment. This book will help aspirant entrepreneurs understand the very basics of running a business...

Global population growth is skyrocketing. In 2025, there will be approximately 1.8 billion more middle class consumers. These consumers will be adding to the existing mounds of waste – a problem that will be...

The risk landscape is constantly evolving and becoming complex. Being able to identify and manage all the risks to an organisation is no longer that simple. The increasing complexity of the business environment calls for...