Cross-disciplinary training unlocks efficiencies

The freight sector is becoming increasingly driven by technology which increases the need for skilled people. “This is a specialised industry, which requires intelligent and trained people,” says Compu-Clearing’s Moshe Zulberg. As people skills are often siloed within the industry - meaning that generally people only have the skills for their specific field, for Zulberg, the role of training cannot be overemphasized. “By ensuring that staff receives cross disciplinary training, efficiencies can be unlocked.” Zulberg says investing in training is a sure way for a company to invest in its future. “A company is as strong as the individuals within it. To ensure continuous growth requires continual investment and training is one of the best investments there is.” According to Zulberg, training is integral to Compu-Clearing’s approach to its customers. “We have free classroom training on all our products and solutions, covering the full logistics supply chain and customs. This is offered to our customers on a monthly basis,” he says. “Our staff also have access to all our customer training, additionally we sponsor training programmes and internal workshops.” Partnerships with training schools to develop industry related skills are also ardently pursued while the company actively participates in programmes to encourage young people to choose a career in freight. “This month we will be speaking at the University of Johannesburg to the postgraduate students doing BCom Honours in Logistics and Transport Management not only about Compu- Clearing but also about the freight industry in general.” Zulberg said this was one way of introducing students to the work environment but also allowed for a company such as Compu-Clearing to engage with students. “This is part of our strategy to start recruiting people directly from universities. We feel that formal training in the industry is essential. We therefore recommend that people interested in joining this industry, should attend relevant training courses,” he says. INSERT & CAPTION Partnerships are ardently pursued. – Moshe Zulberg