{"id":469,"date":"2024-12-06T14:12:46","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T14:12:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/companies.mybroadband.co.za\/dynamic-technologies\/?p=469"},"modified":"2024-12-07T17:25:25","modified_gmt":"2024-12-07T17:25:25","slug":"inspired-testing-achieves-level-2-b-bbee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/companies.mybroadband.co.za\/dynamic-technologies\/2024\/12\/06\/inspired-testing-achieves-level-2-b-bbee\/","title":{"rendered":"Inspired Testing achieves Level 2 B-BBEE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Inspired Testing Head of People Louise Lowman<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspired Testing, a Dynamic Technologies group company, is proud to announce that it has achieved Level 2 on the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) scorecard, reinforcing the expert software testing company\u2019s dedication to driving meaningful change for communities and clients alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Louise Lowman, Head of People at Inspired Testing, was one of the key players in driving the company\u2019s move from B-BBEE Level 3 to Level 2. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She says, \u201cMeeting this goal in 2024 is cause for celebration for good reason. Achieving a higher level of B-BBEE compliance underscores our management\u2019s strong commitment to transformation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis advancement not only aligns us with key national and industry standards but it also enhances our ability to access new opportunities, build trust, and expand our partnerships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For us, this progression is more than a numerical improvement \u2013 it reflects the hard work, strategic decisions, and collaborative efforts that drive our sustainable growth.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level 2 compliance grants companies doing business with Inspired Testing the advantage of claiming a procurement recognition of 125% versus 110% at Level 3. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that for every rand spent with Inspired Testing, their clients can claim R1,25 on their procurement scorecard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This can result in a better enterprise and development score, and potentially positively impact their overall level of compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improving a company\u2019s B-BBEE compliance is no simple task. It\u2019s an extensive endeavour that requires absolute buy-in from the company and a team of people determined to make it happen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lowman explains, \u201cThe process involves several critical stages. The audit, for example, includes preparation time throughout the financial period, a one-week document review process and a one-week audit period. Ultimately this results in the review and release of the final B-BBEE Certificate. This certificate is both a testament to our compliance and a reflection of the commitment and hard work of our entire team throughout the year.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The process entails a thorough analysis and testing of the supporting evidence required to validate each area of the scorecard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This includes black ownership, payroll-related documents, training and development assessments, the supplier database, assistance provided to uplift black-owned SMMEs, and social development for designated communities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It further includes the assessment of legislative and financial data that forms the basis of the compliance requirements of Inspired Testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A strong proponent of diversity by inclusion, Inspired Testing believes in the value of attaining Level 2 B-BBEE compliance and understands the greater social importance of this achievement. B-BBEE addresses the South African government\u2019s goal of national empowerment, targeting historically disadvantaged people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a moral obligation as well as a logical and practical growth strategy to enable the country to reach its full economic potential by redressing historical exclusions and ensuring fair and equitable participation in the country\u2019s economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lowman acknowledges challenges as well as the successes of this journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She says, \u201cSome of the challenges we faced included the long administrative and maintenance aspects of the audit process, but I would say these were more than worth it.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She adds, \u201cOne of the contributing factors to this success was the implementation of a formal training strategy, including qualified resources created to add sustainable value to the trainees.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These internal programmes are available to employees through the internship programme and help to increase skills in different sub-sectors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This results in a direct positive impact on transformation within the business as it relates largely to designated groups that form part of the EE goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lowman says, \u201cAnother success was the tracking of the various elements on a continuous basis to ensure risk areas were identified and minimised efficiently and timeously, removing potential obstacles before they impacted the process. We believe the long-term value resulting from CSI programmes, such as the 4IR4Her programme run by Dynamic DNA, that were implemented during this process will have a lasting impact. In addition to this, the level of support for this process across the board and the buy-in from everyone involved are certainly positive outcomes that we can be proud of.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read time:<\/strong>\u00a04 minutes 42 seconds<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here to find out more about Dynamic Technologies.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Editorial contacts:
On behalf of Dynamic Technologies
Linda Wilkins (Wilkins Ross Communications)
communications@wilkinsross.co.za<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Karin van Blerk
Marketing Manager, Inspired Testing
kvanblerk@inspiredtesting.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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