A RECENT SUCCESS

FSC certified 12th year in row logo white

Kalideck has achieved for the 12th year in a row, the FSC© certification for all its branches, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town and Gaborone, Botswana.

In doing so, Kalideck is the longest-serving merchant and distributor in the Printing industry which is testimony to the company’s commitment to the sustainability agenda since 2010.

Kalideck looking ahead with clarity

INTEGRATED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Raymond Waldeck CEO Kalideck

Raymond Waldeck

Chief Executive Officer

Rising to Meet Change

There have been a plethora of superlatives used to explain the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and how it demanded radical change in the way we conduct our business and how we engage with our customers. The rate of e-commerce growth exploded since the first lockdown and imposed a multitude of changes to businesses in order to secure business sustainability.

Subsequent lockdowns around the world resulted in unintended consequences of scarcity and high prices – coupled with extended delays and subsequent supply chain constraints. Kalideck quickly assessed the landscape and in conjunction with our strategic partners (suppliers) – adjusted our traditional approaches and changed our business models to ensure continued superior service and product to the market.

“The rate of change is accelerating which drives the urgency to redefine what we know.”

The Kalideck product and service offering is comprehensive and constantly evolving. Our goal remains true, and our commitment is undeniable. We will continuously stay ahead of the changing landscape – in doing so – we bring you always the best of ourselves. Ultimately, the product range and the service proposition are our languages of commitment to our customers!

The rate of change is accelerating at the speed of light and it drives the urgency to redefine what we know today. We have no doubt that in order for us to rise to meet the challenge we must constantly adapt. We have a tremendous team of skilled, experienced and knowledgeable people who deliver their best at all times.

It would be remiss of us not to pause and acknowledge our key suppliers who have lent their weight to the Kalideck customer experience. As a collective, we remain committed to the printing industry at large and forging stronger partnerships with you our valued customers.

The Certainty of the Kalideck Plan

The worldwide lockdowns have caused tremendous disruptions which had the unintended but sporadic consequences of logistical collapse around the world. This situation resulted in a scarcity of space and equipment and consequently interruption to the supply of products.

We all know scarcity results in higher prices which ultimately affect the end consumer. The situation is exacerbated by energy challenges and production constraints as global suppliers struggle to meet the growing demand.

As the leading merchant in the printing and packaging industry, our fundamentals are solid and our path ahead is clear. We are under no illusion that there is a clear path ahead but we believe that we can overcome all obstacles when plans are in place. As a team, we act in unison and are ever responsive to the customer’s changing needs and global trends.

Ultimately, our value extends beyond a simple product offering but includes the importance of reliability, consistency, professionalism and being at the forefront to buffer global impact factors. We are the preferred conduit between customer and supplier. It is this positioning that keeps our feet firmly on the ground about Kalideck’s raison d’etre.

The ability to buffer uncertainty and the speed of change will be the key differentiator between mediocrity and excellence. Despite the hurdles and speed bumps – Kalideck remains focused on the goal of striving for excellence.

Neelesh Kalidas Managing Director Kalideck

Neelesh Kalidas

Managing Director

A Final Word from Both of us

As we approach a new year – our sincere wish is for our employees, their families and your families to stay safe and use the festive period as a place and time of understanding the importance of those people dear and close to us. Garner the best of ourselves and approach 2022 with the same resilience that has brought us all thus far…

Wishing you all the best for the year ahead – Above all – Stay Safe!

Raymond and Neelesh