INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Industry insights, operational perspectives and industry commentary from the SPM team on infrastructure, maintenance, logistics, project execution and the realities shaping industrial environments.

Strategies for Navigating Supply Chain Interruptions

Strategies for Navigating Supply Chain Interruptions

By Maria Mothibedi, Acting Operations Head of Department: SPM   When a delay on one continent halts operations on another, it becomes clear that supply chains are no longer a background function—they're the backbone of global business. For organisations like SPM,...

How People and Purpose are Driving the Workforce at SPM

How People and Purpose are Driving the Workforce at SPM

By Ntshepeng Seema, Human Resources Administrator: SPM   At SPM, people are the foundation of everything we do. The HR team’s role goes far beyond hiring and admin—they’re focused on creating an environment where employees can learn, grow, and thrive. That means...

Building Local Partnerships for Long-Term Success

Building Local Partnerships for Long-Term Success

By Nelisiwe Mabutyana, Head of Finance: SPM   The true legacy of infrastructure projects lies not only in what is built but in how those projects uplift and empower the people around them. At SPM, this belief is more than aspirational — it underpins how we assess...