PUBLISHER’S LETTER & CREDITS
CREDITS Chairman Richard Fletcher Publisher Van Fletcher Editor Sarah Bullen editor@topco.co.za Managing Editor Shaheema Albertyn-Burton shaheema.albertyn@topco.co.za Head Designer Jayne Macé Designer Jess Novotná
PUBLISHER’S LETTER The world as we know it is changing. In the workplace expectations of an employee are totally different to the expectations we had a decade ago. Today employees are expected to have multiple skills sets. An accountant may also manage researchers, compile a presentation and contribute to the company newsletter. They may also have to network their own computer and update their own software. Horizontal structures that have taken the place of hierarchical offices mean that people need to be more innovative and flexible. This is what is making businesses more sustainable and ultimately more efficient. Cities are also rapidly changing. The latest figures show that in Africa there will be an ongoing and unstoppable rural migration to urban areas. ESG, in partnership with Smart Cities Summit, held its first event, (the first of its kind) in Durban, South Africa in July. The success of this has led to the next event planned for Johannesburg on 30-31 October 2012. This one will include internationally experienced speakers sharing what works, and what is needed. These future integrated cities have a clear aim … to create a space where all citizens enjoy the infrastructure. Our next issue, ESG 4, will be distributed at the Qatar COP18 climate talks where we will showcase the innovative solutions South African companies and the private sector are offering. This will include the growth of eco-sustainable tourism in South Africa and a focus on youth development, as well as skills development and education.
Van Fletcher Publisher
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