As one of SAs busiest trading periods, the holiday season presents businesses with a critical opportunity and challenge: managing cash safely and efficiently.
Despite the rise of digital payments, cash remains the backbone of commerce, especially in townships and informal markets, where over 59 of transactions are still cash-based, according to data from Standard Bank SME clients.
Effective cash management, especially during busy periods such as the holidays, is more than operational, it is a strategic advantage.
