The Cost of Late Operational Involvement

The Cost of Late Operational Involvement

By Maria Mothibeli, Head of Operations at SPM   Some project costs are visible from the start. They appear in the quotation, the project schedule, the procurement plan, the labour allocation and the client agreement. Other costs only become clear once the work...
8 Reasons the Right Vehicle Matters in Technical Projects

8 Reasons the Right Vehicle Matters in Technical Projects

By Hosia Makgakga, Logistics Manager at SPM In technical projects, the wrong vehicle can create problems before the team reaches site. It can affect safety, delay the start of work, damage equipment, increase costs and place unnecessary pressure on the people...
When Legacy Becomes a Comfort Zone

When Legacy Becomes a Comfort Zone

By Nhlanhla Nkomo, Head of Sales: SPM   Legacy gives a business something money cannot buy: proof. It tells the market that the company has survived pressure, served demanding clients, made difficult decisions and earned trust over time. In sectors where...
Not Every Opportunity Is Worth Taking

Not Every Opportunity Is Worth Taking

By Sydney Mabalayo, Strategy and Business Development Director: SPM There are projects that look right on paper. The scope is clear, timelines are defined, and the commercial terms are workable. From the outside, it reads like a straightforward piece of work. Those...