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Revolutionizing New Product Forecasting

SPEAKER PROFILE AND PHOTOGRAPHSharon Brand is the Deputy Dean: Business Studies for the Business Studies qualifications at Cornerstone Institute. Sharon has an MBA (Cum laude) from the University of Stellenbosch. Her specific interests and specialisations include supply chain and operations management, especially new product forecasting, analytics, quality and continuous improvement. This focus is underpinned by […]

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Book Launch: The Perversity of Gratitude – An Apartheid Education

Date: 23 September 2024Format: Online DialogueSpeakers: Prof. Grant Farred & Prof. Crain SoudienIn this intellectually rich session, author Prof. Grant Farred explored the central themes of his latest work, The Perversity of Gratitude, in conversation with renowned educationist Prof. Crain Soudien.The dialogue unpacked:The paradox of expressing gratitude for education under apartheidThe intellectual and emotional legacy

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Join Us for an Afternoon of Connection, Conversation & Community

Join Us for an Afternoon of Connection, Conversation & Community Are you a current student, prospective applicant, or just curious about studying with Cornerstone Institute? The KZN Regional Connect 2025 is your chance to experience our supportive student community up close.Organised by the Student Development & Support (SDS) team, this regional engagement invites you to

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The Pastoral Care as Beautification of the Soul

The Pastoral Care as Beautification of the Soul Date: May 2025 Author: Dr. Martin Khoaseb At the heart of theological education lies the profound responsibility of equipping individuals to serve both their faith communities and the broader world. In the Theology and Ethics Department at Cornerstone Institute, our mission revolves around three main pillars: Biblical

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Lean Meets Digital

Lean Meets Digital: Revolutionising Efficiency in the Age of Transformation Lean Meets Digital: Revolutionising Efficiency in the Age of TransformationIn an era characterised by rapid technological advancements and heightened market competition, organisations are constantly seeking ways to enhance operational efficiency and maintain relevance. Lean principles, with their emphasis on waste reduction and continuous improvement, and

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The Application of Game theory in Supply Chain Management

The Application of Game theory in Supply Chain Management The Application of Game theory in Supply Chain ManagementSupply chain managers should prioritize gaining knowledge in game theory to empower their teams with the skills needed to drive innovation and optimisation. By equipping their team members with this expertise, supply chains can better analyse and navigate

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Financial Fundamentals for Life: A Guide to Financial Stability

Financial Fundamentals for Life: A Guide to Financial Stability Financial Fundamentals for Life: A Guide to Financial StabilityFinancial literacy is no longer optional – lt is a necessity for surviving and thriving in today’s fast-paced world. This is particularly relevant in South Africa, where over 20 million South Africans are debt-active, and 80% of middle-class

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Customer Experience and Life Long Learning

Customer Experience and Life Long Learning Customer Experience and Life Long LearningDo you have a good understanding of Customer Experience (CX)? If you’re working in a business or studying for a business qualification and you can’t confidently answer that question, you’re probably going to be at a significant disadvantage. The landscape of marketing, and of

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Taking a look at advancements in New Product Forecasting techniques

Taking a look at advancements in New Product Forecasting techniques Taking a look at advancements in New Product Forecasting techniquesA recent progression in new product forecasting (NPF) is a shift from model-based approaches to data-driven analytical approaches that use data to create new models, rather than applying known models to available data. Together with automated

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