What Entrepreneurs Should Know About Protecting Client and Employee Data
As South Africa continues to evolve into a digital economy, the importance of data for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) increases. While digitisation and the…
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SME vs Startup: How They Differ in South Africa
South Africa’s small business sector currently sits at an interesting intersection. On one side, there are the traditional businesses labelled as small to medium-sized enterprises…
Special Economic Zones as a Catalyst for SME Growth
Across South Africa – and Africa – there are various tools and policies put in place to drive the growth of small to medium-sized enterprises…
The Founder’s Test: Investors Don’t Back Ideas, but People
When it comes to pitching for funding, most founders focus on their pitch decks, the business model and financial projections. And while all these factors…
Understanding Competitive Advantage For Small Businesses
So, you’re the best in the biz for your particular industry? So what… That is the reality. You could be the top-rated plumber in your…
Getting SETA Accreditation for SMEs
Skills development programmes are not only delivered by large companies, but they are also conducted by independent ‘teachers’ and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). SMEs…
Water Sustainability Tips for Small Businesses
In many parts of South Africa, water is no longer something businesses can take for granted. Due to ongoing supply pressure in cities and smaller…
How to Verify if your Wholesaler is Selling Legitimate Products
When it comes to running a business, keeping an eye on profits, customer service and leveraging technology are just some of the things that need…
Reframing Innovation for Businesses through Hackathons
When you hear “hackathon”, it most likely conjures up the image of a dark room with a bunch of computer wizards at rows of desks…
The Importance of Traceability in Manufacturing
Traceability is a vital factor in any manufacturing environment. Not only does it instil confidence in the consumer who knows and understands where their products…
Does Your SME Need an MVP?
The term and practice of a minimal viable product (MVP) comes from startup methodology, where businesses go through fast-paced experimentation and business growth. However, SMEs…
Difference Between Product-Based and Service-Based SMEs
When it comes to business models, they differ from business to business, even within the same industry. This is quite evident in software-as-a-service (SaaS) businesses.…