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Turning Procurement into a B-BBEE Advantage
Preferential Procurement is a sub-element of the Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) element on the B-BBEE scorecard. As a priority element, businesses must achieve at least 40% of the available points in this sub-element to avoid a one-level discount on their overall B-BBEE rating. Unlike elements such as Skills Development, …
Grievance Management as a Risk-Reduction Strategy
Any relationship is riddled with emotion, and the employment relationship is no different. As a result, there is always a possibility of conflict developing in the workplace. It is necessary for employers to implement sound grievance procedures to address any conflict that might occur. In fact, the Constitutional Court in …
Foreign Nationals, New Compliance Duties and the Limits of Political Pressure
South Africa’s debate about foreign nationals has moved well beyond politics and into day-to-day business risk. Anti-immigration protests and marches have taken place in several major centres including Johannesburg, Pretoria and Durban since April this year, and Human Rights Watch reported that some demonstrations were accompanied by violence and intimidation …
The Employer’s Guide to Proving Poor Performance
Dealing with poor work performance remains one of the more nuanced challenges in the employment environment. Unlike misconduct which typically involves deliberate wrongdoing, poor performance relates to an employee’s capacity to perform to the required standard. Distinguishing Poor Performance from Misconduct Negligence and poor work performance are often confused. In …
The Community Case for B-BBEE SED Contributions
Socio-Economic Development (SED) contributions play an important role in building stronger, more inclusive communities in South Africa. At its core, SED refers to monetary or non-monetary support given to communities, individuals, or groups, where at least 75% of the beneficiaries are black people. The overall goal is simple but powerful: …
Don’t Blame the (Health and Safety) Messenger
In every workplace, especially those with inherent hazards, effective Health & Safety management relies on one critical ingredient: honest communication. Near-miss reports, hazard identifications, incident notifications, and safety concerns are the early warning signals that prevent injuries, fatalities, and catastrophic failures. Yet, despite decades of learning, one persistent problem remains: …
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