Reliable Renders
| Business Location: | Urban |
| Province | Gauteng |
| Branch: | Seda Tshwane Branch |
| Business Start Date: | |
| Busniess Type: | Company |
Business Dynamics and Challenges
Business Activities:
Upon registration with SEDFA, the business was supported through the DHL Training Programme, which focused on strengthening its export readiness and e-commerce capabilities. The training covered the following modules:
• Welcome to E-commerce
• The Art of Logistics
• Welcome to International Trade
• International Contracts & Conventions
• Navigating Customs
Additionally, SEDFA referred the client for funding to strengthen operations. The application was successful, and Reliable Renders was approved for R127,000 in funding.
Challenges/Needs:
❖ Business lack financial support to expand operations.
❖ Business lack sufficient information about markets.
❖ Business lack promotional materials for outdoor marketing
Intervention Insights and Results
Intervention Details:
Upon registration with SEDFA, the business was supported through the DHL Training Programme, which focused on strengthening its export readiness and e-commerce capabilities. The training covered the following modules:
• Welcome to E-commerce
• The Art of Logistics
• Welcome to International Trade
• International Contracts & Conventions
• Navigating Customs
Additionally, SEDFA referred the client for funding to strengthen operations. The application was successful, and Reliable Renders received R127,000 in funding.
• Welcome to E-commerce
• The Art of Logistics
• Welcome to International Trade
• International Contracts & Conventions
• Navigating Customs
Additionally, SEDFA referred the client for funding to strengthen operations. The application was successful, and Reliable Renders received R127,000 in funding.
Outcome Details:
❖ SEDFA’s intervention has already shown tangible benefits for Reliable Renders:
❖ Improved turnover: Revenue increased from R512,434.32 to R612,776.00, representing a growth of 19.6%.
❖ Increased net profit: Profit rose from R41,679.40 to R110,000.00, an improvement of over R68,000.
❖ Job creation: Employment grew from 4 to 5 staff members.
❖ Funding secured: A successful SEDFA referral resulted in R127,000 approved funding.
❖ Export readiness: Through DHL training, the business has gained knowledge in international trade, logistics, contracts, and customs, positioning it to explore cross-border opportunities.
❖ Business confidence: Ms. Mdluli is now better equipped to manage operations, develop marketing strategies, and plan for business succession.
❖ Reliable Renders continues to grow, with short-term goals focused on increasing its online visibility and long-term ambitions of expanding product lines and entering international markets.
❖ Improved turnover: Revenue increased from R512,434.32 to R612,776.00, representing a growth of 19.6%.
❖ Increased net profit: Profit rose from R41,679.40 to R110,000.00, an improvement of over R68,000.
❖ Job creation: Employment grew from 4 to 5 staff members.
❖ Funding secured: A successful SEDFA referral resulted in R127,000 approved funding.
❖ Export readiness: Through DHL training, the business has gained knowledge in international trade, logistics, contracts, and customs, positioning it to explore cross-border opportunities.
❖ Business confidence: Ms. Mdluli is now better equipped to manage operations, develop marketing strategies, and plan for business succession.
❖ Reliable Renders continues to grow, with short-term goals focused on increasing its online visibility and long-term ambitions of expanding product lines and entering international markets.
Client Feedback
Client Comments:
I just want to take a moment to thank my Sedfa business adviser, Martin Maluleka, for walking this journey with me for the past two years. You’ve always been there when I needed guidance, never too busy to answer my questions, and always willing to go the extra mile for my business. Your support has made such a big difference, and I’m truly grateful for your patience, encouragement and belief in me. Thank you, Martin — I really appreciate you.
