The 2017 edition of Western Cape Business is the 10th issue of this highly successful publication that, since its launch in 2005, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide to the Western Cape province.
The Western Cape has numerous promising investment and business opportunities and this issue includes contributions from Alan Winde (Minister of Economic Opportunities for the Western Cape Government), interviews with Ryan Ravens (CEO of Accelerate Cape Town), Arifa Parkar (Western Cape Business Opportunities Forum CEO), Wesgro CEO Tim Harris and Lance Greyling (Invest Cape Town) as well as contributions from various business leaders. In addition, you will also find comprehensive features on all the key sectors in the Western Cape.
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FOCUS Banking for your business Standard Bank understands that as a business owner, you would prefer to free up your time and focus on running your business. Its online banking solutions allow you to do that. We understand that to manage your business you cannot be restricted by banking hours. We also understand that managing your financial affairs online can be daunting. At Standard Bank we have a range of online banking solutions that enable you as the business owner to do your everyday banking, everywhere you are. Online banking is convenient, cost effective and secure. You can have peace of mind when you transact online. How does online banking help you manage your business? • It saves you time, allowing you to focus on running your business • It helps you maintain control of all activity on your business accounts • It allows you to bank everywhere you are What can I do on online banking? • Pay people and companies, that is, suppliers or invoices • Transfer funds to and from your business accounts • View account balances and download statement’s history • Top-up on prepaid services Is it secure? • Yes. As the business owner, you will maintain complete oversight over all activity on the business account • You are notified every time your online banking profile is accessed • Your confirmation is required (One Time PIN) before beneficiaries are added or when you change your profile • You are notified when funds leave your account (email or SMS notification) and you always know your latest balance • You can manage transactions limits (Electronic Account Payment and ATM limits), minimising your online exposure while giving you control How do I sign up? • Register online or download the Standard Bank app form your app store • If you already have access to the app, you can use the same login details to sign in to online banking What do I need? • A smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer • You must be the director or owner of your business • You have a card and PIN linked to your business account What are the costs? • Access is free • Account management fees, transactional fees and subscription fees are as per the annual Standard Bank pricing schedule More info To find out more about online banking, contact us anytime via the BizDirect Response Centre on 0860 109 075, via email bizdirect@standardbank.co.za or via WeChat (BB_Entrepreneur). Visit our website to see our security tips and terms and conditions for using Standard Bank digital channels. www.standardbank.co.za WESTERN CAPE BUSINESS 2017 118
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