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Leading in a Hybrid Environment

Oct 22, 2023 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Denise Mhlanga |Frank Magwegwe |Tamara Oberholster |Thomas Kgokolo

In the past three years, the hybrid working model – that is, working from the office or remotely, has increased in popularity as companies grapple with the new world of work. The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020 accelerated the adoption of the model, which was taking shape long before the pandemic.
How Effective Leaders Manage Stress in the Workplace

Oct 19, 2023 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Frank Magwegwe |Tamara Oberholster |Thomas Kgokolo |Mpho Majoro

Physical signs like being short-tempered, overly tired or finding basic tasks difficult may indicate that someone at work could be stressed. For some people, however, the signals could all be internal, such as stomach pains and difficulty breathing, while others may be altogether more adept at hiding that they are struggling. A recent study released by public research university ETH Zürich reveals that there is a simple and non-invasive way to identify work-related stress.
The New Marketeers

Oct 15, 2023 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Tamara Oberholster |Thomas Kgokolo |Mpho Majoro |Dion Chang

The advertising and marketing sector has a reputation for creativity, innovation and glamour, but also for untrustworthiness and spin. A new generation of marketing leaders is focused on changing this by delivering business results, leveraging the power of technology, and improving leadership and transparency in the industry.
South African Airways - cleared for take off?

Oct 12, 2023 | leader.co.za | Thomas Kgokolo

What led to SAA’s governance and leadership challenges? And can the airline be saved as a state asset, or is privatisation the only answer? South African Airways has a long and proud history as South Africa’s national carrier, and is considered a global ambassador for South African tourism. But South Africa’s national carrier SAA is no stranger to turbulence.
South African Airways – Cleared for Take-Off?

Oct 11, 2023 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Thomas Kgokolo |Mpho Majoro |Dion Chang |Jacques Marais

South African Airways has a long and proud history as South Africa’s national carrier, and is considered a global ambassador for South African tourism. But South Africa’s national carrier SAA is no stranger to turbulence. In the past 20-odd years it has faced numerous financial challenges, had more than 11 CEOs, been grounded due to Covid-19 and placed in business rescue. Since June 2021, the Takatso Consortium has been in negotiations to purchase a majority stake in the airline.
GIBS Conference: Our Infrastructure in Crisis

Jul 26, 2023 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Wendy du Plessis |Gerhard Swart |Cara Bower |Thomas Kgokolo

South Africa’s infrastructure is at a critical inflection point. Utilities crucial for the country’s economic advancement, including energy, water and ports, as well as road and rail transport infrastructure, have all come under extreme pressure over the past few years. Many have simply reached breaking point. Social infrastructure resources such as hospitals and schools have deteriorated to the point that they are at risk of failure.
Measuring Cyber Risk

Jul 23, 2023 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Gerhard Swart |Cara Bower |Thomas Kgokolo

Modern organisations rely heavily on digital systems to keep them fast, flexible, and competitive, but such systems also make them more vulnerable and open to various risks, including connectivity failure, data loss, and fines for legal failures. In particular, cyber-related crime and negligence loom large in risk registers. The Allianz Risk Barometer 2022 ranks cyber incidents as companies' top business disruption fear.
Face Off, or Fit In

Jul 16, 2023 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Cara Bower |Thomas Kgokolo |Norma Young

One of the reasons the township economy – also referred to as the informal or ekasi (community) economy – remains so elusive and hard to quantify, is that accurate and up-to-date data is in short supply. There are, however, indications from banks and businesses on the ground that the informal sector could account for up to 17% of South Africa’s total employment and represent in the region of 1.2 million business.