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By Strategy September 8, 2022 4 min read

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Nike admits its direct-to-consumer strategy was a mistake

By Strategy September 5, 2026 5 min read

After years of pushing DTC, Nike is now scaling back, realizing that widespread wholesale distribution offers more reach and revenue than higher direct margins.

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Why Costco sells so little but makes so much

By Strategy August 24, 2026 6 min read

It's not about offering everything. Discover how Costco's deliberate scarcity drives massive profits by squeezing suppliers and moving cash faster.

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Is your profitable government contract actually a ticking time bomb?

By Strategy August 12, 2026 5 min read

Profitable government contracts are being undermined by R15.5 billion in overdue payments, creating a hidden lending crisis for businesses. Understand the risks and protect your cash flow.

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Did Costco's membership fee hike just reveal a weakness?

By Strategy August 12, 2026 5 min read

The company's latest price adjustment is more than a revenue boost; it's a public exam of whether its long-standing model still holds up for members.

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Why Costco can sell so cheap: It's not about the stuff you buy

By Strategy July 31, 2026 5 min read

The warehouse giant makes billions from membership fees alone, freeing its merchandise business to run on razor-thin margins and predictable value.

Post-Mortems

It's not creditors. Owners close most SA businesses first.

By Strategy July 31, 2026 5 min read

Forget the dramatic collapse: most businesses in South Africa are quietly liquidated by their owners after a slow, sensible decline. This order matters more than you think.