The Secret to Unlocking the Power of GBS Operations in Townships?
It’s not just about throwing more money at the problem. It’s about fundamentally changing the way we approach economic development. By locating global business services (GBS) operations in townships, we’re not just creating jobs – we’re unleashing the untapped potential of the youth and empowering them to drive economic growth in their communities.
The Gauteng Department of Economic Development (GDED) has recently launched a tender to establish a panel of service providers to assist with the development of GBS operations in townships for the next three years. The scope of work is broad, including business process outsourcing, knowledge process outsourcing, and IT outsourcing. And the best part? It’s all about creating opportunities for the youth and supporting the growth of the township economy.
But that’s not all. Other tenders making headlines this week include:
- Eskom’s search for a video management system to address the problem of theft and vandalism of their assets.
- Broadband Infraco’s requirement for a cloud-based VOIP solution to provide internet access to schools across the province.
- The Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury’s bid for the supply and delivery of desktop and laptop computers.
- And many more!
The Bottom Line:
GBS operations in townships have the potential to unlock the capabilities of the youth and drive economic growth in these communities. But it’s not just about throwing money at the problem – it’s about fundamentally changing the way we approach economic development. The Gauteng Department of Economic Development is taking a bold step in the right direction by establishing a panel of service providers to support the growth of GBS operations in townships. Other provinces would do well to follow suit.
The Top Tenders:
- GDED’s tender for a panel of service providers to develop GBS operations in townships.
- Eskom’s tender for a video management system to address theft and vandalism of their assets.
- Broadband Infraco’s tender for a cloud-based VOIP solution for schools across the province.
- The Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury’s tender for the supply and delivery of desktop and laptop computers.
Stay tuned for more updates on the top tenders in South Africa!