Client: Manufacturing Company Expanding into International Markets
Challenge:
A South African manufacturing company sought to expand into European and North American markets. However, misalignment between its local B-BBEE strategy and international ESG expectations posed a risk to securing international contracts.
Solution Provided by Future Focused:
- Developed a dual compliance framework that met both South African B-BBEE regulations and international ESG expectations.
- Provided fractional transformation leadership to oversee compliance integration into global business strategy.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment between local compliance obligations and global investor priorities.
Outcome:
- Successfully secured two international contracts, thanks to enhanced ESG compliance.
- Strengthened relationships with global investors by demonstrating a cohesive sustainability strategy.
- Reduced compliance-related operational inefficiencies by 25%, streamlining reporting across jurisdictions.