He was speaking at EOH's regional launch in East London, where, he says, organizations such as EOH will play an important role in the sustainable development of the Eastern Cape region.
The economy of the Eastern Cape has grown faster than the national economy, he says, adding that, aside from a need for broader IT services, EOH believes it is imperative that IT and business and IT and government are closely linked: 'EOH has the perfect credentials to do this effectively. It is simply about ensuring the effective, efficient and economical use of limited resources, whilst boosting social and economic development,' he says.
'Defined, sustainable development reflects a process that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It is multidimensional and encompasses complex interactions between economic, social, political, and environmental issues. It represents a development framework that makes the conquest of poverty, the goal of full employment and the fostering of a stable, safe and just society the overriding objectives of development policy and interventions.
'In a nutshell it is a significant challenge, and the public sector needs companies like EOH to assist it,' adds Phosa.
Dion Ramoo, executive director, EOH, says that the organization has been working closely with government to implement legislation by operationalizing strategy and improving financial management.
Originally from KPMG Consulting, now EOH Consulting, Ramoo says there is great scope for EOH and the full depth and breadth of its services: 'EOH's business model, based on a 'design, build, operate' concept, enables EOH to embrace customers with products and services of both a business and technology perspective.
'It provides the combination of designing relevant business and technology solutions based on clients' needs, followed by solid implementation and finally outsourcing or maintenance services. This works well for both public and private sector customers. Delivering value in a sustainable manner and working in partnership with our clients is what we are all about.'