With the International Monetary Fund forecasting that South African GDP will grow only 1% this year against a backdrop of load shedding and logistics disruptions, retailers will need to focus on diversification into new sectors as well as expanding market share at the expense of their competitors, if they are to grow and thrive.  

The vast majority of goods are still transported by sea. According to SAPICS (The Professional Body for Supply Chain Management), sight is often lost, however, of how shipping disruptions have a far-reaching impact on global trade and supply chains, including inflation and food and energy security.

ROS International SA, the industry leader in the maintenance, repair, and certification of Industrial Racking Systems, has recently entered into an exclusive mandate agreement with MPM Plastics, the global leader in Rack Protection Technologies.

When it comes to acquiring forklifts for your business, you’re facing with a crucial decision: short-term rental or purchasing used forklifts. This decision impacts both productivity and cost management and understanding the advantages of each option is essential for making the right choice.

More than 2,950 exhibitors from 70 countries will fill over 43,500 m2 of exhibit space at PLMA’s 2024 World of Private Label International Trade Show, May 28 and 29 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre.

Congratulations to Arashnee Ramjuguth from Refresha Trading Enterprises! You have won a R1,000 Takealot voucher for participating in the @Twoobii / Q-KON [tag us on various platforms as below] survey through Supermarket & Retailer.

Facilities Management Expo 2024, which will take place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, from 11 to 13 June 2024, continues to plot an upwards trajectory for the provision of southern Africa’s largest collection of facilities management products and services.

Cape Town will celebrate a first for the province with the hosting of the Organic and Natural Products expo just a week away.  From 26 to 28 April, the Cape Town International Convention Centre will play host to more than 100 exhibitors showcasing innovations. From new products to activations, demonstrations and trials, the expo takes engagement to a whole new level.

Rapid growth in online shopping across most demographics creates a compelling opportunity for agile retailers to expand into new markets, build customer loyalty and grow their revenues. It also means that they will face more competition from shops outside their traditional catchment areas.