Ballito is fast emerging as a key position for logistics, offering a central location on KZN’s North Coast in close proximity to the airport.

An A1 location on the N2

There has never been a better time to invest in commercial property for logistics. With interest rates low, fuel cheap and a strong tailwind behind the export business, finding the right tactical locations will be a critical feature in serving the needs of tomorrow.

With major shifts in markets and consumer behaviour, the need for a versatile and multi-faceted address is the top priority in current investment decisions . Commercial land with some limitations is abundant. Finding the right combination of features is what matters.

North Point Ballito fills this gap, allowing businesses to direct a wide range of their operations from one place. With various pieces of commercial land and property now for sale, you have the opportunity to bundle up your business and have it all fully operational from this fantastic and centralised logistics hub within Ballito’s city limits.

A driving force on the N2

North Point Ballito is ideal for those looking for an all-in-one offering. Having all areas of the business within close proximity of each other cuts down time spent commuting, money on renting, and the stress involved with this. Large, medium and small-scale logistics companies now have an opportunity to develop commercial land according to their business’ needs while also having their own on-site, private warehouses for ultimate convenience. Alternatively, there are public warehouses on offer for ease of storage and access. Whichever you choose, your warehouse is a short distance from all activity as well as the thriving city of Ballito.

At North Point Ballito, logistics companies are spoilt for choice – from bonded storage for those in imports to self-storage for smaller companies, any option adds an element of convenience and assurance to your business that your goods are stored safely and with easy access. Similarly, if you are on the hunt for a distribution centre for the fast movement of goods, North Point Ballito can provide this kind of warehousing for you with the sale of commercial land.

Vacant land for sale and development – Convenience for your logistics company

Ballito used to be a sleepy beach town but has blossomed rapidly into one of Africa’s fastest growing wealth areas. With North Point Ballito, your logistics company could be positioned at the very centre with our various pieces of land for sale. Choose from 51 fully serviced sites across 380 000 square metres that will allow you to focus solely on the day-to-day running of your business.

The location of North Point Ballito makes it a highly attractive option for the successful operation of your business. It is:

• Opposite Ballito’s New Town Centre
• Within easy access to the N2 and the Simbithi and Shaka’s Head interchanges
• Within direct access to the R102, both north and southbound
• 15 minutes from King Shaka International Airport
• 40 minutes from Durban Harbour
• 90 minutes from Richards Bay
  
  

Why you should invest in North Point Ballito

With so many logistical issues standing in the way of many businesses’ success, North Point Ballito allows your business to thrive. Its many advantages aim to solely satisfy the desire to operate a business with as little logistical hassle as possible.

There is no compromise on what business in the modern age demands, either: North Point Ballito offers state-of-the-art, 24-hour perimeter security of an architecturally consistent estate, with vast expanses of indigenous, green land on offer. Additionally, your business will always run efficiently thanks to reticulated fibre-optic internet. Due to our very few zoning restrictions, North Point Ballito can cater to virtually any business of any size and industry. Paired with upgraded road infrastructure and a refurbished substation, North Point Ballito is a modern and sophisticated take on industrial operations. For a virtual glance at all our sites, have a look at our interactive map.

Furthermore, if you don’t already live on the North Coast, North Point Ballito makes a potential move a relatively easy decision. You will be able to strike the perfect balance if you choose to invest in our available land, with easy access to Ballito’s premium lifestyle communities, world-class schools, restaurants and entertainment.

Sites for businesses big & small

You will also have 100 000 economically active consumers within a 10km radius at your disposal with skilled and unskilled labour available for you to bring onboard. Combine all the above and you have a recipe for both a successful logistics business and a sustainable lifestyle.

The South African economy (although not in ideal shape in many ways) gives you the chance to set up something fantastic and we believe firmly in finding opportunity when there is downfall – a weak Rand, low interest rates and low fuel prices are potential catalysts to highly successful logistics and export businesses. All you need is a convenient place for your success to harbour, and that’s where North Point Ballito comes in.

Those interested in the following will undoubtedly find appeal in the industrial sites for sale at North Point Ballito:

• Warehousing of various kinds
• Truck depots
• Imports and exports
• Cold storage
• Courier services
• Self-storage
• Logistics IT/Technical support
• Truck repair
  
  

Adapting to a time of change

When challenges are presented to us as South Africans, we always seek out ways to be better and work around the issue so that we are not completely squashed by things out of our control. 2020’s challenge happened to come in the form of the Coronavirus pandemic, coupled with a downgrade in the country’s investment prospects to junk. These may be big, but we are bigger, which is why a concept such as North Point Ballito has arrived at such a prime time for you and your business.

The country, and indeed the world, has now seen a need to shift supply chain logistics as quickly as possible in order to be more streamlined and automated to deliver services and goods swiftly and efficiently. Although the move was already happening before Coronavirus, the pandemic has urged more and more businesses to become visible online as the majority of shoppers and interested consumers will now be turning to their computers and phones for information and purchasing. With this comes the demand for warehouses and distribution centres to be even closer to consumers – North Point Ballito is right on Ballito’s doorstep which is the perfect situation to meet the needs of Africa’s fastest growing and most affluent communities.

The pandemic also disrupted many service deliveries that were previously smooth sailing, leading to overwhelming backlogs and overcrowded warehouses that would have to hold stock until it was allowed to be moved. North Point Ballito and its superior storage and warehousing options allows businesses to be readily prepared if goods need to be stored for extended periods, with the added perks of being situated in an aesthetically pleasing estate that people and businesses in Ballito will grow to rely on. When times are uncertain, keeping the community at the centre of all business is extremely important and this is something we hold close to us.

Along with our community-centric ethos, we also take pride in our encouragement of Green Building practices in order to take our environment into consideration and conserve it as much as possible.

It is truly a happy circumstance when one manages to find the perfect situation for their business that also matches their personal needs and lifestyle – North Point Ballito is the marriage of both.

If you are an innovative forward-thinker with a desire to simplify, but at the same time amplify, your business, specifically in logistics, North Point Ballito may just be the stop you need to make on your road to success. For more information on what we have to offer, or if you are interested, please get in touch with us.

Not only does November mark the penultimate month of 2020, but it also marks National Entrepreneurship Month. Business owners of all sizes and niches have had a rough ride this year so we encourage you to take a moment to reflect on the many challenges we’re sure you’ve conquered! We were inspired by this Forbes article about four key lessons to take away this month.

Sadly, the third quarter of this year saw a 27.4% increase in business liquidations due to the pandemic. However, South Africans are known to fight and innovate, finding new and creative ways to make an income. Despite the economic battles fought this year, the entrepreneurial spirit is more alive than ever in South Africa. If you’re a new or experienced business owner, these lessons may come in handy.

Ensure Your Customers Come Before Anything Else

Without your customers, what are you? You need them to bring in repeat business and for them to spread the word of their experiences with you in order to attract a wider circle of prospective buyers. With the pandemic came the massive migration of business to the online space thanks to social distancing regulations. This means face-to-face dealings with your customers basically became non-existent.

Even though you may be missing the more personal interactions with your customers, it’s important to not let distance become a blockade between your business and fantastic customer service. If anything, you have to work even harder to strengthen your relationships with your customers and attract new ones – make your online messaging and communications as personal and efficient as possible. And ask the important questions about their experiences with your products or services, and adapt constantly to ensure you are targeting the right people.

Clean Up Your Books

We wrote an article recently about the importance of automation in your business so that you don’t get left behind. Your books fall into this, especially since you’ve probably had to do a lot of re-shuffling with tightened budgets or cuts in certain aspects of your business.

As businesses worldwide respond to a disruptive economic rebound, it’s critical that you crunch some numbers. Use economic projections to plan your books and predict what your business will need in order to stay profitable in the new year. Spend enough time thoroughly analyzing your numbers to gauge how you can stretch your budget for as long as possible until things start looking a bit more stable.

Keep Track of Employee Morale

Your employees are the heart and soul of your business. Because of this, it’s vital they feel appreciated and supported. By taking care of them and providing them with opportunities to grow and learn, in the form of mentorship programs or something similar, you retain high-performing, passionate staff members who share your goals and visions for the success of your business. Mentorship programs encourage a stimulated and motivated team of employees, which will only contribute further to the long-term growth of your business.

Emphasize a Forward-Thinking Approach

Don’t wait for the 1st of January to write down your business resolutions. If you didn’t start brainstorming how to create an even better version of your business, like, yesterday, you’re already behind. Jot down your plans and ideas now and implement them as soon as possible in the new year. There is still a huge amount of uncertainty looming over 2021, so it’s important you are armed and prepared regardless of what it brings. Decide what your goals are and endeavour to crush them come January.

That being said, North Point Ballito is a growing community of forward-thinking business people who have probably already got their budgets lined up for next year, planned outlines of upcoming projects, and have made the necessary investments needed to achieve these things. If you’re one of the many businesses that have made the switch to digital, consider a space to hold stock or streamline your processes. Whatever your needs, North Point Ballito can accommodate you.

One should never assume that a person is ‘fine’ based on how they portray themselves. The wealthiest, toughest business moguls and entrepreneurs, like us, are human beings and sometimes don’t have it all together, despite their tough outer shells. These lessons may not seem obvious to you, but we’ve found that they’re common characteristics of the mentally strong.

Mentally Strong People Change Their Environment

When something’s not working and isn’t conducive to productivity or creativity, why not change it? This is what strong-willed, successful people are known to do. Mental strength isn’t about how long you can fight temptation or settling for an environment because changing it seems scarier and like more effort — it’s about changing what doesn’t suit you and doesn’t make you better. If your desk set up is giving you neck problems, change it. If your office environment stunts your creativity, add some indoor plants. If you get tempted by your phone throughout the day, put it on the other side of the room for a few hours. There’s a lot you can control and change to make your environment more comfortable and more conducive to productive days.

They Set Aside Time to Reflect

This is something we don’t do enough. How do we know how we’re doing in our career or life in general if we don’t take time to reflect and take stock? You may assume that mentally strong, successful business people don’t do this because they’re too busy building their empire. But don’t be fooled — this is an important element that contributes to their success. The driving force behind their success is their mindset, so they know it needs taking care of. They take time out of each day to reflect on mistakes, opportunities to pursue, or simply to think.

They Know When To Quit

Giving up and knowing when to quit are not the same thing. People often assume that those who work extremely long hours, push through the flu to meet a deadline or who never go anywhere without their laptop or work phone are mentally strong and 110% committed to their career and its success — this isn’t always the case. Those with admirable mental strength know when to quit despite impending criticism. When something isn’t in line with their goals or priorities, they know when to call it quits so that they can get back to focusing on what really matters to them.

They Ask for Help When They Need It

Unlike many old-fashioned notions about success, asking for help is not a sign of weakness. Mentally strong people have the humility to admit that they don’t have all the answers and that the road to success is not a solo one. When they’re struggling with getting a business idea to launch or are battling with issues at home, they ask for help when they need it. They realise there is no shame in asking for help from others who have different skills and perspectives on offer.

They Embrace What They Feel

Believe it or not, strong and successful people are human beings with emotions, too, and won’t be able to hold it together all the time. Suppressing emotions is not a sign of strength — embracing and expressing them is. It actually takes more strength to acknowledge one’s emotions, even the uncomfortable ones. These people also have healthy coping mechanisms to deal with what they’re feeling and the best way to move forward.

What we’ve just described is the exact kind of business person we want to attract to North Point Ballito. We are excited to see our community of forward-thinking business people growing and invite anyone who shares these values to join us!

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