Blue Strata Trading, a premium import and working capital specialist, was named the winner of the Master’s Zenith category at this year’s Accenture Innovation Index Awards, which took place yesterday evening.
The Accenture Innovation Index annually measures, recognises and rewards innovation and systems of innovation in organisations of all sizes in the South African public and private sectors. It also aims to provide an authoritative, objective snapshot of the current state of innovation in South Africa.
“Innovation has always been at the heart of Blue Strata, not only in terms of our offerings and way of business, but certainly in the opportunities and growth prospects we offer our clients,” says Adam Orlin, CEO at Blue Strata Trading.
“From releasing working capital and removing administration and complexities, to optimising the supply chain and providing complete visibility into import supply we know just how important it is to do things differently, challenge the status quo and drive business growth and opportunity. And innovation and passion is critical to do just this.”
Innovation Masters comprises companies that exude innovation through everything they do. Entry into this category was open to any organisation regardless of size, industry or listing – looking at a number of key aspects including how companies encourage innovation with their employees, how they leverage technology and embrace innovation in service delivery as well as how they are innovating in a space in which they remain socially and environmentally responsible.
Blue Strata Trading has over a decade of industry experience, handles thousands of shipments each year and imports in excess of R8-billion annually.
“This award demonstrates that we’ve achieved our goal of providing a fully integrated solution and patented process to importing industries across South Africa. Furthermore, it’s a testament to the leadership and innovation in our important value chain to ensure we continue to be seen as a partner in business growth across South Africa,” says Orlin.
