Francenza Transport Logistics

Business Location:	Township
Province	Limpopo
Branch:	Waterberg
Business Start Date:
Busniess Type:	Company

Business Dynamics and Challenges

Business Activities: Francenza Transport Logistics Pty Ltd operates in both the IT and transportation sectors. The company started in 2005 and registered in 2013, aiming to offer transport and logistical support to various sectors. Francenza Transport Logistics (Pty) Ltd strives to meet industry requirements and provide community support, specifically through job creation. The business is driven by a dedication to technological empowerment and community upliftment. The goal of the company is to provide jobs specifically to unemployed disabled people within their communities. The company is poised for growth within the transport and technological sectors of the economy. The reason behind this is a dedication to addressing critical community needs, such as job creation and affordable IT solutions. The operations revolve around delivering high-quality service and contributing positively to the community. The mission includes providing convenient computer repair services at affordable rates. The operations are tailored on making a difference in the community by delivering affordable ICT support. Francenza Transport Logistics began in 2005 with the owner repairing TVs, radios, and cell phones in Tshamahantsi. Later, the business expanded into fixing laptops, with knowledge being shared between the owner and Indian partners. The owner's background includes a family taxi business and later work at SAQA as a technician. His experiences taught him vital skills in business management and technology. Retrenchment from SAQA led to him buying two taxis and, eventually, registering Francenza Transport and Logistics in 2013. There has been substantial development phase where the company began making substantial revenue. The revenue facilitated the purchase of large vehicles and acquiring subcontracts from mines. The company expanded operations offering computer repairs, recycling of broken computers, and transportation services. The company aims to provide transport services and affordable IT options to meet the local community needs. Francenza Transport Logistics aims to distinguish itself through quality, affordable services, and unmatched customer service. The unique selling point resides in the combination of superior goods and services, competitive rates, and dedication to supporting the community. The company presents a well-established enterprise with big opportunity for growth given sufficient investment and careful planning.

Challenges/Needs: Mr. Frans Khoza came to the Sedfa office in need of help expanding his company. Sedfa's assessment of business operations revealed the following areas of development: • Lacking comprehension of business planning • The company lacked any kind of branding or signage, making it difficult to locate in the marketplace.

Intervention Insights and Results

Intervention Details: • The client was enrolled in a Sedfa organised 5-day intensive Business Planning training and with development of a Business Plan.
• The company received further support with branding, i.e. developing marketing materials.

Outcome Details: • The entrepreneur's expertise was enhanced by the business plan training, enabling them to contribute significantly during the development of their business plan.
• Annual turnover increased from R623 200 to R855 000; a 37% growth
• The business has since created 3 more jobs.

Client Feedback

Client Comments: “As people living with disabilities, we are grateful for the assistance that we receive from the Sedfa offices in Waterberg district.”