The Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) initiative is frequently viewed as a compliance obligation, often addressed independently by individual companies. A collaborative approach among corporations, focused on shared goals, could significantly improve the growth prospects of Black-owned Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs).
Many supply chains contain Black-owned businesses with considerable potential, needing support primarily in infrastructure development. Directing these suppliers toward specialized programs, such as Microsoft’s Mission Next Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP), can benefit both the suppliers and the corporations involved.
Supporting suppliers through programs like EEIP extends beyond fulfilling compliance requirements. It contributes to the overall strength of a company’s business ecosystem.
Suppliers that adopt digital technologies become more competitive. This leads to more resilient industries and a stronger South African economy.
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