Digitalisation enables smart supply chains

As with most other spheres of society, our supply chains took a massive hit – and are still recovering – from the disruption of the global pandemic. By Leon Steyn, CEO of Dante Deo From healthcare facilities and communities desperately waiting for medical...

Robotic logistics key to automated warehouses

In 2018 American companies spent approximately $1,5-trillion on logistical expenses. It’s a jaw-dropping number that underpins the importance of supply chain management to businesses. At the heart of any logistics system is the warehouse. “The food and...

Truck driver shortage threatens global supply chains

The transportation of goods and products is integral to the functioning of South Africa’s economy. As demonstrated during July’s unrest, any pause in the movement of essential goods from suppliers could lead to calamitous shortages of vital supplies and...

Ransomware attacks can hurt businesses further down the supply chain

Criminal syndicates have put the world on notice, with an increasing number of sophisticated attacks highlighting the need for a robust cybersecurity strategy. By Rick Vanover, senior director product strategy at VeeamĀ  The almost daily headline-grabbing attacks are...

Disrupting the supply chain with better data analysis

According to the SAS Experience 2030 research, 65% of South African consumers have indicated that they will not be returning to traditional shopping practices following the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, with 37% of those stating they will use even more online and...

Digitalising SMME enablement key to corporate supply chain integration

If South Africa is to successfully drive job creation and achieve sustainable economic growth, the key is to enable large corporate support for small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs). By Hepsy Mkhungo, CEO of One Linkage The small business sector is instrumental...