| ABOUT US Introduction to Cape Otto Signs Company Background
and history Quality products, on time deliveries and expert manufacturing in exact accordance with client specifications, has endeared the company to its clients. This impetus allowed the company to rapidly establish itself as the most prominent contender in the signage industry in the Western Cape Province. The rapid growth of the company consequently drew the attention of consulting engineers and companies throughout South Africa as the road signage supplier of choice, allowing it to extend into ventures inclusive of, and beyond the road signage industry in other provinces. Tremendous expansion of the business heralded restructuring, and in 1995, a name change to Cape Otto Signs. Inter-departmental restructuring created affirmative management positions for PDI staff. It also allowed the implementation of research and development into unique, highly acclaimed, road traffic control and safety designs that have been positively accepted and implemented by our clients. Innovative concepts, cutting edge graphic, visual projection and manufacturing techniques, ensure consistent excellence in product manufacture, unparalleled on the African continent. This is underscored by contracts that Cape Otto Signs have concluded with various Sub-Saharan SADEC countries. Cape Otto Signs enjoys close personal client relations. Customer support during the design conceptualisation and planning phase is extended throughout the manufacturing process and beyond product delivery. A fine example of cooperative engineering and development planning was the design, supply and erection of signage for the upgraded approach roads to the Du Toitskloof tunnel. This included novel variable message sign designs and specially designed large overhead gantry signs. This most successful major contract acted as a launch platform in 1995 to entrench Cape Otto Signs as a major sign manufacturing and installation company in South Africa. The employment of cutting-edge technology and close relations with international suppliers has in turn drawn the attention of US and EEC company representatives to engage Cape Otto Signs as a conceivable supplier for markets abroad. Sensible economic practices and the currency market dictate a very favourable export climate for South African manufactured signage. Using both local and international components in the manufacturing process, statutory importation legislation by foreign countries is met. Currently, Cape Otto Signs is conducting deliberations with North American and European countries regarding exports. An assertive policy to manufacture signage of the highest possible quality has engendered in the manufacturing staff fastidious attention to detail and craftsmanship. Personal pride in every aspect of the assembly process and the unrelenting scrutiny of the quality control department is indicative of why our signs enjoy distinctive superiority in design and quality. Cape Otto Signs prides itself in its consistent manufacture, supply and erection of the highest quality signage available on the South African market. Continuous research and the application of advanced developmental and manufacturing techniques, allows the company an extensive margin and dynamism in the market. The association with world-renowned local and foreign companies such as Iscor and 3M, who awarded Cape Otto Signs converter status, enhances access to materials of the highest international standards, in turn, allowing the company to furnish the customer with excellent products. Cape Otto
Signs as an Affirmable Business Entity Cape Otto Signs is fundamentally staffed by the Priority Population Group, effectively supporting and aiding the national employment opportunities drive, the government's socio-economic objectives and the principles of the Reconstruction and Development Programme as envisioned in the Green Paper of 1997. This mindset is carried through to site operations where local labour is sourced, with emphasis primarily placed on the employment of Priority Population Group Individuals and Previously Disadvantaged Individuals. Associated certification by various municipal, provincial and state entities have been awarded to Cape Otto Signs, recognising the company's affirmable business status. Staff socio-economic
upliftment through education and training Educational support is extended to aid staff members to encourage the attainment of tertiary education qualifications, that is, degrees, diplomas and certificates from accredited institutions. Financial incentives for staff to improve their education is supplemented by the increased scope for promotion within the company. Unemployment
aid Supporting previously unemployed skilled PDI workers is further extended to aiding signmakers to establish independent businesses. Cape Otto Signs is proud to have been actively involved in the training of PDI persons to successfully establish business practices. Employee
ownership and relations Staff dedication and mutual support is especially evident by the number of overtime hours gladly worked by all when traffic safety authorities request emergency signs. The sign erection department is especially proud of their efficiency and boast time-on-site records, second to none. Their can-do attitude within the company is an inspiration to all.
Dedication and commitment to client needs often means that the staff at Cape Otto Signs put in extra time, including night work, to assist contractors experiencing setbacks when they are left in the lurch by other suppliers. Continuous concurrent supply includes:
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