The 2026 Astral Foods’ 20 Keys Conference brought together leaders and teams from across the business to share practical experiences of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and the results being achieved through 20 Keys.
South Africa’s manufacturing sector faces a pivotal moment as AI is poised to boost productivity by 2030. Despite profit optimism, the high global failure rate of AI projects highlights the need for strategic planning. Success depends on blending strong operations with innovative tech, not choosing one over the other.
What every student of leadership agrees on is that there is no right leadership style. It all depends on the context and the situation – called situational Leadership.
A high-performance team is made up of individuals who work together seamlessly, leveraging each other’s strengths to achieve common goals.
Leadership is a critical aspect of organisational success and growth. A world-class leader possesses the qualities and skills necessary to guide their team or organisation towards achieving their goals and objectives.
Productivity is a critical factor for success in today’s fast-paced business world. In a world-class organisation, it’s essential to maximize efficiency, resources, and results to stay ahead of the competition.
Companies that invest in developing the emotional intelligence of their employees are more likely to achieve their business objectives and have a more positive and productive workplace culture.
The Astral Foods 20 Keys Conference took place at Irene Country Lodge in Centurion on 14 September 2022. Strategy implementation and how this is supported by the 20 Keys Business Improvement Programme was the focus of the day.