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The adoption of fleet management systems in South Africa is accelerating. This is leading to safer roads. To keep up with rapidly evolving telematics technology, fleet operators are advised to view their systems through a more holistic lens. According to the Fleet Management in South Africa 2024 report, the country’s fleet telematics market penetration rate is expected to rise. It is estimated to grow from 41.5% in 2021 to 68% of the total fleet vehicle population by 2026.

The findings of PwC’s inaugural Voice of the Consumer Survey highlight changing attitudes toward responsibly sourced and eco-friendly goods. Released in May 2024, the findings are based on 15 years of research and insights from over 20,000 shoppers in 31 countries. 46% of respondents reported buying more sustainable products to reduce their personal environmental impact. These evolving attitudes have caught the attention of South African e-commerce businesses, given the growth of online shopping.

Hybrid working can facilitate significant carbon savings and potentially significantly impact the climate crisis, according to our new study. The study measured the environmental impact of hybrid working, based on both building and transport emissions, on six cities across the US and UK with a deep dive into two major carbon contributors – London and LA. Others examined were New York City, Atlanta, Manchester and Glasgow.

Data could be the most valuable asset for any company in a data-driven future. CIOs will have to build frameworks and create methods to discover and realise the potential of their data. This will be crucial to increase the value provided to all stakeholders, and to secure the future success.

Data and analytics are important sources of information to track any fleet. Modern fleet management solutions can help fleet owners stay informed about the condition of their fleet. They can also now make informed decisions through accurate reporting and ultimately, reduce unnecessary costs by eliminating human errors.

Major central banks have combined with structural trends (slowing developed market population growth, globalisation, and technological innovation) to almost eradicate developed market inflation volatility over the past 50 years or so.

The time of cruise control in the noncommittal middle lane of environmental choices for value chains is over as solutions that make sense for the planet and business prove their worth. One such case was unlocked when Wits and Cambridge University academics piloted a study that proved a reduction in fuel and CO2 emissions in switching to green tyres.

As lockdown restrictions ease slightly in South Africa and some economic activities resume, the logistics and transport sector is likely to become a centre point of the 'new normal' as consumers increasingly shift to remote shopping.