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Barend Niemand, Comtest Group CEO, shared how the company is embracing change and re-inventing itself to become a South African market leader. “Our mission is clear,” he said. “We are all about service excellence – from customer support to warehousing, the accounts team, and ultimately, our amazing sales crew.”
Barend emphasised that teamwork and high ethical standards are the secret ingredients to achieving these goals. “When we work together and stay true to our values, everyone wins – customers, suppliers, employees, and shareholders alike.”
Guests also got a peek at Fluke’s latest technologies with Barend giving a special shout-out to Brolin Moonsamy (Fluke South Africa) and Kristo Engelbrecht (Fluke Africa) for their ongoing support.
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