If you've ever felt a twinge of anxiety opening a bill—whether it’s for your phone, electricity, or car repair - you’re not alone. Just like us, companies face the same frustration with transport invoices, where complex rates and multiple service providers make accurate billing a challenge. But there’s a solution that simplifies the process and aligns with smart, data-driven logistics: reverse billing.
If you've ever felt a twinge of anxiety opening a bill—whether it’s for your phone, electricity, or car repair - you’re not alone. Just like us, companies face the same frustration with transport invoices, where complex rates and multiple service providers make accurate billing a challenge. But there’s a solution that simplifies the process and aligns with smart, data-driven logistics: reverse billing.
Supply chain industry body SAPICS has reinforced its commitment to developing South African youth by rolling out new initiatives and partnerships aimed at upskilling and empowering young graduates and professionals for career success, addressing the skills gap in the supply chain field and fighting the country’s high youth unemployment rate.
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) successfully concluded its three-day conference titled "Unlocking Sub-Saharan Africa's Potential: Transforming Transport and Logistics for a Sustainable Future" at the Futuroad Expo Centre in Johannesburg from November 19 to 21, 2024.
Barotse Highway Limited (BHL), a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), has signed a concession with the Government of the Republic of Zambia for the construction of a crucial 371-kilometer road connecting Mutanda to Kaoma. This strategic development is poised to unlock logistics and trade in Zambia, addressing the significant challenges posed by the current road infrastructure.
As we approach the holiday season, industries from consumer goods to electronics brace for a period of high demand and intensive production. For manufacturers, this is not just a time of increased sales; it is also a critical test of operational resilience.
Over the past couple of years, there’s been a lot of buzz about AI. Will it reshape the world as we know it, or is it all just hype? While this debate is on-going, there’s a compelling use case for this technology, and it’s one that most probably wouldn’t expect. It turns out that AI is really good at detecting and preventing a major cause of road accidents: driver fatigue.
Supply chain industry body SAPICS is looking for dynamic speakers for the 2025 SAPICS Conference, Africa’s leading event for the supply chain profession. The organisation has announced that the call for speakers for next year’s conference is open. Confident, engaging professionals who have success stories, insights, knowledge and skills to share with the supply chain community are invited to submit their proposals before the deadline of 17 January 2025, for consideration by the SAPICS speaker selection committee.
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), the world's largest express transportation company, has launched FedEx® International Connect Plus (FICP) in South Africa, a shipping solution ideal for e-commerce packages weighing up to 20kg. This new international, customs cleared, day-definite service combines speed with competitive rates, connecting e-tailers to over 90 countries worldwide in just 3-4 business days*.
Fleet management systems adoption in South Africa is accelerating, in turn leading to safer roads for all. To keep up with rapidly evolving technology in telematics, fleet operators need to view their systems through a more holistic lens.
JC Auditors (JCA) proudly announces the successful ISO 9001 recertification of Serco Industries, highlighting their unwavering commitment to quality workmanship and continuous improvement. This milestone, achieved through a rigorous certification audit conducted by JCA, reinforces Serco's position as a leader in the trailer manufacturing sector in South Africa.
