Manufacturing concerns will agree that personnel management and keeping costs to a minimum is key. These aspects were at the fore of a local factory owner’s mind some months ago, while he was fighting to stay afloat in a fluctuating economy. Of concern was the...
During the early hours of a Sunday, an armed robbery took place at a boating dealership in Gauteng. At the time of the robbery, two security officials – armed with Active Track devices – were patrolling the site. After attempting to overcome the robbers,...
After months of fighting to stay afloat in a fluctuating economy, a local builder landed a large building contract. While glad to have been awarded the contract, the builder was concerned that the wages paid were not in proportion with his team’s rate of performance....
The entrance of a new player into the cleaning industry meant unforeseen pressure for the business of a long-standing cleaning service provider. The established entity was forced to revisit its manner of operation, staff complement and expenses, and scrutinize the new...
Pursuant to a financial audit, a restaurant, with outlets across the Western Cape, was advised that it was losing profits due to excessive overtime pay-outs. After a brief investigation, it appeared that staff were manipulating hours worked, by recording...
