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.

Sales Must Understand Operations Before Committing the Business

Sales Must Understand Operations Before Committing the Business

By Nhlanhla Nkomo, Head of Sales at Southern Power Maintenance     In a service business, sales is often the first place where the work is interpreted. This is even more true in industrial services, where a client’s request has to be understood not only as an...

7 Things Logistics Needs From Project Teams Before Dispatch

7 Things Logistics Needs From Project Teams Before Dispatch

By Hosia Makgakga, Logistics Manager at Southern Power Maintenance Logistics begins with the information project teams provide. A clear handover helps the team choose the right vehicle, prepare the right equipment, and confirm whether the receiving site is ready. When...

10 Environmental Risks Site Teams Should Not Ignore

10 Environmental Risks Site Teams Should Not Ignore

By the SHERQ Team at SPM   Environmental risks need to be managed while work is underway, not only when the job is done. This includes how teams manage waste, prevent spills, use water, store materials and leave work areas. Small oversights can affect soil,...