Property Point elevates SMEs to new heights by focusing on three key elements: minimising the risk perception of small business, building solid relationships, and assisting entrepreneurs to establish a good reputation.
We Empower Small Business to mitigate the risk within their business
We assist them to build a reputation known for quality and
excellent service delivery
We support them in building effective working relationships with clients,
staff and suppliers
At Property Point, we’re passionate about helping your business succeed. Our intensive two-year incubation programme is about transforming great ideas into even greater products and services that can compete on merit with the best in the industry.
We’re inspired by helping entrepreneurs and their enterprises reach their full potential. We do this by focusing on your unique business needs and crafting a unique business development map to accelerate growth. Our programme gives extensive insight to the entire procurement process, giving you the tools to raise the profile of your business and access new and greater opportunities within the property sector.
Graduate companies can also rely on Property Point’s assistance even after our incubation programme has finished, encouraging growth, success and sustainability of SMEs well into the future.
Our approach is holistic yet tailored to match the needs of individual SMEs. The Property Point team believes that the right approach together with a focus on the right practical areas can open doors that would otherwise have remained closed.
The programme zeroes in on Business Development Support, Access to Finance and Access to Markets.
We believe all great businesses are built on doing the basics right.
Here we take look at specific interventions to improve the systems and processes of your business, including:
At Property Point, we know that Access to Finance can be a major stumbling block for small business. We help you get a clear picture of all things finance related, ensuring your business is bankable, sustainable, and in a better position to access credit.
The Property Point team also provide practical guidance on:
The Property Point team assists you with access to contracts within your area of expertise while at the same time offering valuable insight on:
In addition to our successful enterprise development programme, we also run a programme specifically designed with corporate supply chains in mind. By collaborating with corporate ESD departments and procurement divisions, we ensure we meet supply chain needs while also working closely with suppliers to streamline service delivery.
Our one-year supplier development programme focuses on:
Property Point takes procurement a step further by partnering with like-minded corporates to help them make a positive impact through their own enterprise development programmes.
We adapt our proven model to facilitate a unique tailor-made programme to suit your requirements – ensuring real job creation, transformation and sustainability. Property Point believes that partnership and collaboration are the building blocks on which truly meaningful enterprise and supplier development are based. To find out how you can partner with us, email Desigan Chetty at desigan@propertypoint.org.za.
In 2015, Property Point proudly partnered with Attacq to pioneer a ground-breaking collaboration to develop promising small businesses. We’ve also proudly collaborated with:
If you’re ready to take your business to the next level then you’re at the right place!
Our two year incubation programme is an intensive course for select SMEs.
Entrepreneurs need to meet certain requirements and go through a stringent application process which includes the following:
The application process starts with completing this application form - we would need a functionality where applicants are able to upload their supporting documents In support of your application, please provide the Property Point team with the following supporting documents:
Complete Application FormCandidates that successfully meet the criteria will be invited for an interview with the Property Point team. During this interview you’ll get the opportunity to showcase your business and tell us a bit more about what makes you tick.
Candidates that progress from the first round are invited to the second round interview with a panel of external decision makers. These include procurement specialists, facilities managers, and experts on entrepreneurship.
This interview will assess your entrepreneurial drive, your fit with the Property Point programme, and your SMEs growth potential.
To apply for our programme, your business must meet all of the following requirements:
Should you not be contacted within 3 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful for this round of selections. You will, however be kept on our database for future consideration.
Our comprehensive incubation programme lasts for two years.
Our programme is all about taking SMEs to new heights by providing entrepreneurs with the skills, training and personal development support they need to develop their enterprises into fully independent companies.
We pride ourselves in going beyond traditional classroom training to provide a range of unique learning opportunities including one-on-one sessions, mentorship, coaching, practical skills development and training.
Yes, the commitment fee is R 6,000 If you are selected onto the programme, you will be required to pay R 2,500 upfront, and the other half six months later. This money will be awarded to the best performing business after the two year incubation period is completed. We closely monitor each SME throughout the incubation period, ensuring you persevere until you reach your goals.
Unfortunately Property Point does not assist with this process. You can contact with Growthpoint’s procurement department directly for more information on how to go about this.
Growthpoint Properties is the largest South African property company listed on the JSE. Growthpoint owns and manages a portfolio of properties. Property Point is the enterprise and supplier development programme established by Growthpoint. Property Point assists and develops SMEs operating in South Africa’s property sector.
In addition to becoming fully independent enterprises with greater access to procurement opportunities, graduate businesses are given the opportunity to join the Property Point Elite Alumni Programme.
There are specific times when applications are open throughout the year and the entire process can take up to three months.
Link to Selection criteria under Apply
Unfortunately not, our incubation programme takes a virtual format. Kindly contact our offices to discuss recommendations and referrals based on your needs.
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