Customers today are more informed than ever, making ethical business practices essential. According to PWC, 83% of consumers believe businesses should actively work to improve social and environmental issues. This reflects a significant shift in consumer expectations, where people increasingly hold companies accountable for their impact on the world.
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The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), a member of the World Bank Group Guarantees, and the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) have signed a three-year partnership to accelerate foreign direct investment throughout Africa.
In a previous article [1] we outlined how human capital is expected to soon surpass financial capital as a key driver of economic development within the oil sector, coinciding with a widening global skills gap in the industry.
Daniel Levy, Co-Founder of ad and data-tech platform Flow, believes the answer to staying competitive lies in first-party data. By harnessing the power of data already at their fingertips, local retailers can target customers more precisely and get the most out of their marketing budget. Levy, alongside experts like Woolworths’ Zack Nossel, reveals how brands can use data-driven insights to create hyper-targeted offers and boost sales in the weeks ahead.
Forget Silicon Valley, the future of innovation might just be brewing in South Africa. BCX has released its 2024 Digital Innovation Index, a deep dive into the strategies, investments, and challenges shaping South Africa’s innovation landscape.
Simplifying customer interactions can lead to happier, more loyal customers. There is more choice than ever before, meaning customers are not forced to endure a customer experience (CX) that is characterised by clutter or unnecessary friction.
Nigerian Business Aviation firm, Falcon Aerospace, is poised for a rapid expansion into the global market. One of the latest indications of this is the young company’s participation in the upcoming Investing in Africa Conference (AFSIC), taking place in London from 7th to 9th October, 2024.
Cape Town, long celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture, is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in the global investment arena. The city’s ascent is not merely a testament to its natural beauty but a reflection of strategic urban development, economic resilience, and a forward-thinking approach to international business and tourism.
The country’s premiere entrepreneurial showcase, the Oppenheimers’ South African Future Trust Summit (SAFT) returns to the Sandton Convention Centre on 24 and 25 October 2024 – with more speakers, more stages, more opportunities – and a R500 000 investment prize for one stellar delegate.
The case study reflects on how Mezzan Holding transformed its financial planning with successful corporate planning integration.
It details the initial problem that Mezzan Holding faced, in terms of spending too much time and human resources on budgeting and financial reporting. With details on the solution implemented and the results and ROI for Mezzan Holding.