Vodacom to host Fast Forward Series for SMEs

Vodacom is getting ready to host its Fast Forward Series, a collection of workshops and webinars aimed at Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).

Now in its third year, the event is a chance for SMEs to engage with industry experts and promote digitalisation in the sector.

“Our commitment is to help our SME partners formulate and execute sustainable, inclusive business plans that leverage technology for continued growth, ensuring they can participate meaningfully in the global digital economy,” Vodacom Business Chief Officer, William Mzimba, said in a statement.

Industry experts from Amazon Web Services, Business Doctors, and the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC) will be present.

“We recognise the passion these SMEs possess, as well as the grit, determination, and hard work that goes into establishing and running a small venture.”

What to expect at the Vodacom Fast Forward Series

This year, the series will cover several themes including ‘Future Forward’, ‘Business Fundamentals First’, and ‘Smart Connections’.

Industry experts from Amazon Web Services, Business Doctors, and the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC) will be present.

With the ‘Future Forward’ theme, Vodacom in partnership with the NSBC will host a set of interactive, hour-long workshops. These workshops aim to improve SMEs’ efficiency and productivity by integrating cost-effective technologies.

Hosted by Business Doctors, ‘Business Fundamentals First’ will focus on building sustainable operating models. The workshops will run for over an hour to 90 minutes each.

And with ‘Smart Connections’, SMEs attendees will participate in 45-minute masterclasses focused on audience engagement and business renewal.

Vodacom will upload the hosted content from the event to its dedicated YouTube channel.

Those interested in the Vodacom Fast Forward Series can register for the event here.

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