Local Is Lekker: Why South African Problems Need South African Solutions
“Local is lekker” is a familiar phrase that was first coined in the late 80’s, but at BD-Nav, we see it as a strategy. Yes – you read that right. In South African FMCG, where distance, infrastructure and consumer dynamics vary sharply by region, a global one-size-fits-all playbooks fall short. We have always believed and […]
How do you become a Market Disruptor?
The term “disruptor” has become synonymous with success and innovation. But what does it truly take to earn this title? Over the past few years, disruptors have become synonymous with those that maintain a healthy scepticism towards the status quo, perpetually searching for avenues to add value by thinking differently. The world’s disruptor-in-chief, Elon […]
Time: The Fourth Dimension of FMCG Analytics
In physics, the fourth dimension is time – a fundamental concept that extends beyond the three spatial dimensions of height, width, and depth. Time provides the framework for movement, change, and causality. Without it, we could measure objects, but not understand their evolution. This principle isn’t just theoretical – it has profound implications for business. In the […]