Elevating Retail Excellence
in South Africa
Specialized consulting for FMCG, supermarkets, and supply chain management. We turn retail complexity into profitable simplicity.
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Our Expertise
At RIDBS, we don’t just advise—we solve the toughest challenges retailers face in competitive FMCG markets.
Retail Business Strategy
Pain Point
Many retailers struggle to balance short-term profitability with long-term sustainability.
Our Solution
We design comprehensive strategies that align vision with execution, ensuring growth, resilience, and competitive advantage—even in volatile markets.
Store Operations Excellence
Pain Point
Operational inefficiencies drain margins and compromise customer experience.
Our Solution
Because “Retail is Detail”, we implement systems and SOPs that streamline processes, reduce waste, and elevate service standards across every store.
Category Management
Pain Point
Poor assortment planning leads to dead stock, missed sales, and dissatisfied customers.
Our Solution
We use data-driven insights to optimize product ranges, maximize shelf profitability, and build loyalty through smarter merchandising.
Supply Chain Optimization
Pain Point
Stock-outs, excess inventory, and high logistics costs undermine performance.
Our Solution
We re-engineer supply chains to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time—cutting costs while improving availability.
Staff Training & Development
Pain Point
Under-skilled teams struggle to deliver consistent customer service.
Our Solution
We empower staff with tailored training programs that build confidence, improve productivity, and create a culture of excellence.
Retail Audits & Compliance
Pain Point
Inconsistent standards and compliance gaps damage brand reputation.
Our Solution
We conduct rigorous audits to enforce brand standards, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance across all outlets.
Boardroom-Level Negotiation Expertise
Beyond operations, RIDBS brings decades of high-level procurement and franchise management experience to protect and grow your bottom line. We give clients the confidence that every deal is structured to their advantage.
Franchisors
We help franchisees secure fair agreements, ensuring operational flexibility and profitability while maintaining brand alignment.
Suppliers
We negotiate trading terms, rebates, and promotional support that maximize margins and strengthen long-term supplier relationships.
Landlords
We secure favorable lease terms, rental structures, and occupancy agreements that reduce overheads and safeguard sustainability.
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