By Andy Higgins, Managing Director of uAfrica.com

Before embarking on an e-commerce strategy, it’s good to know the following:

  • It is easier than ever to set up an online store
    Depending on your requirements and technical ability, there are two high level choices to make with regards to platform choice namely cloud based or open source. Unless you have very specific customisation requirements, it is recommended to go with a cloud based solution such as Shopify. Open source options to consider include WooCommerce (Wordpress), Magento and Prestashop.

Dion Chang

By Dion Chang, Trends Analyst at Flux Trends

Aaron Dignan, a digital strategist who has worked with Fortune 500 companies has highlighted the fact that today’s fastest growing, most profoundly impactful companies are using a completely different operating model.

Globally and locally, industries have experienced business disruption. In this summary we will track and unpack the various types of disruption (from inception to where they are today) and how they’ve had an impact on the way we do business as well as the opportunities that have been created by this disruption as to ensure that companies are prepared to embrace future change. We will aim to highlight the key points worth considering and also offer take home points to ensure that your company stays ahead of the curve.

Are you ready for the future of franchising?

Franchising in a disrupted economy

Franchising has been a tried and tested business model for decades and the growth in the sector continues.

FNB announces the 7th Franchise Leadership Summit
08 October 2018: FNB is hosting the 7th Franchise Leadership Summit at Montecasino on Tuesday, 13 November 2018. The summit is a well-attended industry discussion amongst high calibre franchisors and industry stakeholders.  

The Summit is aptly themed “Equipping you to future proof your franchise”.