The interconnected world of online marketplaces and efficient shipping services has ushered in a new era for South African retailers, facilitating access to global markets and driving sales beyond traditional borders.

In this video, Verity Price explains that we need to move from reacting to creating if we want to achieve our goals and dreams in life.

In this video, Nick Dreyer, CEO at Veldskoen, shares insights on launching a globally-competitive business from South Africa.

With loadshedding being an undesirable consistent reality in South Africa, it’s now more important than ever for businesses to have a strategy in place to foster long-term sustainability.

After settling on an idea or interest to turn into an enterprise, a business owner must then determine which of the many functions, such as marketing, sales or recruitment, they must prioritise.

The capabilities a digital platform develops through strategy and commitment will determine its success or failure.

Now, more than ever, we need to be listening for market signals and ensuring that our businesses are primed to both take advantage of opportunities and to mitigate risks.

A great idea is the first step to any successful business. Now you have to set it apart from similar ecommerce businesses with a tagline or description you can use on your website and all your other online channels.

Whether you are having a catch up with an investor who has been keeping track of your business or you’ve secured the opportunity to pitch for funding, the most important thing is to be prepared.

Ecommerce offers an excellent opportunity for businesses to get off the ground without the unnecessary overheads that come with having a traditional business with physical premises.