About Vicenda
In an environment as dynamic and complex as supply chain management, it is imperative
for supply chain professionals to keep in touch with industry trends, best practices
and technological advancements in order to maintain an optimal and competitive supply
chain.
Vicenda is an innovative services company delivering business information services
to the logistics and supply chain industry. Our focus is to provide executives with
tailored business platforms that allow them to keep informed and up-to-date with
the latest industry trends. Our workshops, conferences and roundtables bring together
industry experts and seasoned practitioners to share their knowledge, experience
and insight in interactive learning environments.
Although content is always based on sound academic principles, we have a strong
focus on sharing fresh perspectives and practical solutions to the business challenges
that supply chain executives encounter daily.
Supply Chain Update is our online industry publication. Now in its fifth year, it
continues to provide a valuable platform for industry news, articles, perspectives,
multimedia, events and supply chain jobs.
Visit the site here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
EXPORT MANAGEMENT: SARS COMPLIANCE MASTERCLASS
28 May 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
Customs and Excise have implemented the latest R316 revision
which holds considerable benefits for exporters. This revision has already
been implemented yet most exporters are unaware not only of the latest
legislation relating to over border exports and the relevant benefits to
exporters but also the penalties for non-compliance.
Delivered by the Master Trainer for the
International Chamber of Commerce for Africa, this
one-day workshop will provide delegates with the most current ruling, what
documentation needs to be in place in order to benefit from these rules and how
to ensure compliancy. Practical exercises are included in this workshop which
will provide delegates with the necessary information and practical skills
which can be easily implemented in the work-place.
EFFECTIVE DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT
5 - 6 June 2019
Protea Hotel OR Tambo, Jhb
For any company that offers goods or services, it is vital to conduct
efficient and cost-effective distribution in order to reduce operating costs, maintain
customer service levels and sustain growth in today’s highly competitive
marketplace.
This workshop
will provide delegates with an understanding of the components required to
create and maintain an effective distribution network and will also take into
account some of the changing dynamics of our South African landscape. The
content is a combination of proven methodologies and valuable perspectives. On
completion of this workshop, delegates will be able to better understand:
- how to
improve and maintain a high level of customer service
- the
costs associated with servicing customers
- proven techniques to improve distribution strategy and execution
- how to
reduce distribution costs through improved efficiencies
- how to
apply processes and technology to optimise the efficiency of your
operation
- effective tools for problem solving
distribution issues
- how to
measure performance effectively and create an environment of continuous
improvement
COMPLIANCE FOR IMPORTERS: THE NEW CUSTOMS ACT PROGRAMME
11 - 12 June 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
The New Customs Act Programme (NCAP) is
a must know for all companies involved in any form of imports. The New Customs
Act will be implemented this year and these changes need to be fully understood
and more importantly, how to implement these changes within your organisation
to ensure compliancy.
Delivered by the Master Trainer for the
International Chamber of Commerce for Africa, this workshop is aimed at
providing delegates with an understanding of how this new act will affect your
business and how to implement up-to-date import administration processes and
policies to ensure compliancy and avoid penalties. Practical exercises are
included in this workshop which will provide delegates with the necessary
information and practical skills which can be easily implemented in the
work-place.
LOGISTICS COSTINGS
11 July 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
Every company has its own unique supply chain,
with highly individualized logistics cost inputs, yet most companies seem to
suffer from a lack of visibility of costs as they are incurred through the
supply chain pipeline. In order to effectively monitor, manage and optimise
their operational costs, logistics professionals must understand the specific
logistics cost elements and drivers as well as the true costs of servicing
different customer types / channels & market segments.
The content of this workshop has been designed
to empower delegates with a solid understanding of logistics cost elements
and drivers as well as the critical relationships between physical
activities, operating performance, cost generation and pricing within a
logistics environment.
LEGAL ASPECTS OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE
11 July 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
Companies
often overlook the importance of having solid contracts that look after the
needs of both the seller and the buyer. Having consulted globally on
international trade risk, our workshop facilitator has found the weakest link
to be the “contract”, frequently resulting in costly mistakes. In addition,
understanding the importance of having terms and conditions of sale, that talk
to both local and international sales is essential for any company involved in
any aspect of international trade.
Delivered by the Master
Trainer for the International Chamber of Commerce for Africa, this
one-day workshop will provide delegates with the most current rulings, what
documentation needs to be in place in order to benefit from these rules and how
to ensure compliancy. Practical exercises are included in this workshop
which will provide delegates with the necessary information and practical
skills which can be easily implemented in the work-place.
EFFECTIVE STORES MANAGEMENT
17 - 18 July 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
Effective Stores
Operations play a critical role in the profitability and success of each
business. The manner in which stores are managed can impact significantly on
inventory, customer service levels and ultimately, the company’s bottom line.
This workshop will
provide delegates with a complete understanding of current best practices in
stores management and importantly, how to apply them effectively in their
current environment. The aim of this workshop is empower delegates with the
knowledge to increase efficiency, improve productivity and be more
customer-focused and service oriented. The content is practical and over these
two days, delegates will gain knowledge of the fundamentals in managing stores
effectively as well as proven methodologies that can immediately be implemented
in their stores or warehouse.
BEST PRACTICES: DEMAND PLANNING & INVENTORY OPTIMISATION
24 - 25 July 2019
Protea Hotel Tyger Valley, Cape Town
The
volatility of sales in today’s highly competitive marketplace lends itself to
less reliable sales forecasts and the consequent necessity of higher inventory
levels to maintain reasonable customer service levels. Accurate demand
forecasts are a necessity in order to maintain service levels and optimize
inventory levels in a lean operating supply chain.
The
content of this workshop is practical and delegates will leave with proven
methodologies that can immediately be implemented in their supply chain. Attendees
will be encouraged to participate, debate, and discuss the topics that are
presented. The presenter will
also address the fundamental issues challenging modern organisations and will
offer strategic and practical approaches for consideration to consistently
improve forecast accuracy and optimise inventory performance in your
organisation.
MASTERCLASS: EXPORTING INTO AFRICA
24 - 25 July 2019
Protea Hotel Tyger Valley, Cape Town
This two-day workshop will cover the real-world
application of how to effectively handle the technical aspects relating to
exporting into Africa. It is highly practical and will also highlight
potential problems that could arise from incorrectly applying these technical
processes and how to evade the pitfalls relating to the unique nature of
Exporting into Africa.
Delivered by the Master Trainer for the
International Chamber of Commerce for Africa, the workshop is aimed at
providing delegates with an understanding of current best inter-processes,
South African government statutory requirements, the benefits offered by trade
agreements such as SADC, EAC, COMESA and SACU and how to implement up-to-date
export administration processes within every organisation.
BEST PRACTICES: DEMAND PLANNING & INVENTORY OPTIMISATION
24 - 25 July 2019
Protea Hotel Tyger Valley, Cape Town
The volatility of sales in today’s highly competitive marketplace lends itself to less reliable sales forecasts and the consequent necessity of higher inventory levels to maintain reasonable customer service levels. Accurate demand forecasts are a necessity in order to maintain service levels and optimize inventory levels in a lean operating supply chain.
The content of this workshop is practical and delegates will leave with proven methodologies that can immediately be implemented in their supply chain. Attendees will be encouraged to participate, debate, and discuss the topics that are presented. The presenter will also address the fundamental issues challenging modern organisations and will offer strategic and practical approaches for consideration to consistently improve forecast accuracy and optimise inventory performance in your organisation.
MASTERCLASS: EXPORTING INTO AFRICA
14 - 15 August 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
This two-day workshop will cover the real-world
application of how to effectively handle the technical aspects relating to
exporting into Africa. It is highly practical and will also highlight
potential problems that could arise from incorrectly applying these technical
processes and how to evade the pitfalls relating to the unique nature of
Exporting into Africa.
Delivered by the Master Trainer for the
International Chamber of Commerce for Africa, the workshop is aimed at
providing delegates with an understanding of current best inter-processes,
South African government statutory requirements, the benefits offered by trade
agreements such as SADC, EAC, COMESA and SACU and how to implement up-to-date
export administration processes within every organisation.
BEST PRACTICES: IMPORT MANAGEMENT
27 - 28 August 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
Delivered
by the Master Trainer for the International Chamber of Commerce for Africa, this
two-day workshop will provide delegates with a complete perspective of the
latest international trade processes. The presenter will discuss the real-world
application of how to effectively handle the technical aspects relating to
imports. This practical two day programme will highlight the potential problems
and provide guidelines to ensure compliancy.
When
importing into South Africa, the statutory requirements must be understood and
implemented correctly in order to ensure compliancy and avoid possible fines
& penalties. Practical exercises are included in this workshop which will
provide delegates with the necessary information and practical skills which can
be easily implemented in the work-place.
MASTERCLASS: METHODS OF PAYMENT & INTERNATIONAL FINANCE
5 September 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
Delivered by the
Master Trainer for the International Chamber of Commerce for Africa, this
one-day practical workshop will provide delegates with insight on:
· International methods of payment including
Cash in advance, Documentary Credits, Bank Collections, Open Account, Factoring
and Forfeiting
· How to interpret process and present
documents under various methods of payment including letters of credit and the
UCP 600
· South African Reserve Bank requirements
including UCR Number requirements for both SARB and SARS
EFFECTIVE INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
17 - 18 September 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
This two-day workshop will provide delegates with a comprehensive
understanding of current best practices in inventory management and importantly,
how to apply them effectively in their current environment. Specifically, the
workshop will cover:
- The role & functions of inventory within the
supply chain
- Best practices for the management of inventory
- Performance measurement & improvement
- Solutions to inventory management challenges
- Understanding the real cost of inventory
- Supply chain principles & management issues
- Implementation action plans
The content of this
workshop is practical and delegates will leave with tools, ideas and proven
methodologies that can immediately be implemented in their supply chain.
BEST PRACTICES: EXPORT MANAGEMENT
17 - 18 September 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
The
content covers the real-world application of how to effectively handle the
technical aspects relating to exports.
It is highly practical and will also highlight potential problems that
could arise from incorrectly applying these technical processes and how to
evade the pitfalls relating to Exports.
Practical
exercises are included in this workshop which will provide delegates with the
necessary information and practical skills which can be easily implemented in
the work-place.
BEST PRACTICES: DEMAND PLANNING & INVENTORY OPTIMISATION
15 - 16 October 2019
Premier Hotel, OR Tambo, Jhb
The volatility of
sales in today’s highly competitive marketplace lends itself to less reliable
sales forecasts and the consequent necessity of higher inventory levels to
maintain reasonable customer service levels. Accurate demand forecasts are a
necessity in order to maintain service levels and optimize inventory levels in
a lean operating supply chain.
The content of this
workshop is practical and delegates will leave with proven methodologies that
can immediately be implemented in their supply chain. Attendees
will be encouraged to participate, debate, and discuss the topics that are
presented. The presenter will also address the fundamental issues
challenging modern organisations and will offer strategic and practical
approaches for consideration to consistently improve forecast accuracy and
optimise inventory performance in your organisation.