Meet the Team
Vision & Mission
Through introducing the Supply Chain Excellence awards we aim to:
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Facilitate/promote economic growth on the African continent through fostering and promoting globally competitive supply chains.
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Raise the operating standards of all key players/operators to enable globally competitive/efficient supply chains.
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To advance the supply chain profession (through collaboration and awareness creation).
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Promote the creation of responsible and sustainable supply chains, as well as Industry benchmarking.
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Look at supply chain management holistically and all the components of a globally competitive supply chain.
By the Industry, For the industry
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Recognise excellence in supply chains through annual awards.
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Support industry operators to improve their standards of performance through:
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Best practice sharing (case studies; facilitated collaboration forums)
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Networking
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Access to tools, methodologies etc. (e.g., green supply chain)
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Supply chain management focus
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A holistic approach to foster industry collaboration (e.g., multi modal, intermodal collaboration)
Why Africa?
The African free trade agreement has come into effect unlocking the movement of goods and services throughout the continent. Whilst there are still many challenges and obstacles to overcome, it will potentially unlock a market of over 1.3 billion people with an estimated GDP of over US$2.6 - $4 trillion.
The objectives of the agreement are to:
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Initiative a single market, deepening economic integration of the continent.
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Promote the movement of capital and people, encouraging investment.
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Enhance competitiveness of member states within Africa and the global market.
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Encourage Industrial development through diversification and regional value chain development, agricultural development and food security.
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Eliminate import tariffs on 97% of goods traded on the continent.