AFRICA supply chain team would plan just three months in advance ; now , the timeframe is six to 18 months , in line with marketing , innovation , and new restaurants plans . The team also holds a long-term roadmap that assists the large suppliers : how they are expected to develop in terms of capability and capacity in order to meet quality and demand .

Challenges Running a company – however large – in South Africa can be challenging . Resources are constrained , as are manufacturers , and it puts businesses at risk . Reddy and her team has started to implement contingency plans

within the Nando ’ s supply chain that counteract such issues , and methods to ensure sustainability of supply . Electricity , water , infrastructure , and labour all pose challenges in our Southern African business climate . There was recently a drought that put a strain on production not only of chicken , but also of sauce , basting , and marinade ingredients . Moreover , the drought significantly increased the cost of maize , which is the main component of chicken feed . It also had a knock-on effect on key products such as potatoes and greens , which are needed for the Nando ’ s side dishes .

Despite these challenges , Reddy

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