As an investment firm in the private sector, it has always been Fedgroup’s obligation to keep an eye on the general economy, but the budget speech didn’t change the company's viewpoint.
2020
November
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- 10.One of the biggest challenges large companies face is that of synergy: different managers and directors are usually only in charge of their specific areas, and communication between divisions is usually stilted.
- 9.Strong public-private sector partnerships and an understanding of government’s role versus the private sector’s role are imperative, says Fedgroup.
July
- 24.The rules of a provident fund also provide for a period of absence, such that no or reduced contributions are payable when employees are absent from work.
- 23.Keeping your beneficiaries updated is one of the most important things you can do for your loved ones, says Fedgroup Life.
- 22.April and May saw at-home employees handle a combined 100 calls per day and effect almost 30 000 payments.
June
- 18.Convenience retail is the new golden opportunity, where people can go in and out with less human interaction and crowding.
March
- 20.An unclaimed benefit arises when a person is due a retirement benefit, but cannot be located, says Fedgroup.
February
- 11.Section 37C of the Pension Funds Act puts the ultimate decision-making responsibility in trustees' hands, says Fedgroup.