Article written by Alison Job (MTN) Telecommunications services have an integral role to play in two key areas for SMEs, according to Priashan Pakiriy, Head of Enterprise Fixed Solutions at MTN Business. “The first is around how an SME’s CRM interactions are affected when they move their business to an online presence, as the COVID-19 […]
Article provided by Lulalend Digital Transformation refers to the overall change of organisational activities aimed at leveraging opportunities created by digital technologies and data. This requires companies to profoundly transform their business models, infrastructure, processes and culture, in order to steer them toward finding new sources of customer value.
Article written by Charles Pittaway (Netcash) There’s no question that the national lockdown in South Africa has placed untold pressure on us all, including our customers, colleagues, partners and communities. The COVID-19 outbreak may be disrupting businesses of all sizes, but it is first and foremost a humanitarian and health crisis which means the safety […]
Article provided by Lulalend 27 March 2021 marked one year since the introduction of the five-tiered Alert Level system and South Africa’s move to Alert Level 5. Like many people, we’re reflecting on the year that’s been. One year later and many businesses are still feeling the effects of having to adapt and survive during […]
Article provided by Eezipay Management Systems The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly intensified small business challenges around the country, regardless of size, location, or financial backing. Whilst many of these enterprises have unfortunately had to close their doors, a number have found innovative ways to succeed. From expanding into new markets to finding different ways to […]
Article provided by Liberty The volatility seen in financial markets due to COVID-19, and other major events surrounding the pandemic, had some level of impact on retirement savings. However, the impact on most retirement savings was not as severe as that experienced by equity markets during 2020, since many retirement investment strategies contain a diversified […]
Article written by Mandla Khupe (Retail Capital) South Africa’s informal economy, made up of thousands of small businesses in city centres and townships across the country, represents a massive opportunity for job creation and economic growth, and the move from cash to digital is an important move to unleash the potential of this sector. “For […]
