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EE Code of Good Practice Pop-up Register Now Download Brochure Manual Registration Form Register Now Jul 21, 2026, 10:00 AM GMT+2 – May 18, 2027, 2:00 PM GMT+2 AI Compass Capacitation Programme 2026 - Intake 2 / Virtual Event Register Now Jul 21, 2026, 10:00 AM GMT+2 – May 18, 2027, 2:00 PM GMT+2 Virtual Event The AI Compass Capacitation Programme returns for a second intake in July 2026. Designed for professionals across all business functions, this 10-month journey builds practical AI capability through expert-led sessions, hands-on application, and access to award-winning tool... Share Aug 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM GMT+2 B-BBEE Session 7: Empowering Youth & Elevating Women / Virtual Event Register Now Aug 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM GMT+2 Virtual Event Discover how targeted youth and women empowerment programmes can drive innovation, inclusivity and future leadership. This session unpacks how internships, mentorships, funding and leadership pathways create sustainable empowerment ecosystems that translate opportunity into long-term influence. Share Aug 12, 2026, 9:00 AM GMT+2 – Aug 13, 2026, 4:00 PM GMT+2 B-BBEE Bootcamp / Virtual Event Register Now Aug 12, 2026, 9:00 AM GMT+2 – Aug 13, 2026, 4:00 PM GMT+2 Virtual Event Level up your organisation’s transformation strategy with this intensive B-BBEE Bootcamp. Gain a clear understanding of the scorecard elements, recent amendments to Skills Development (bursaries, unemployed learners, absorption) and Preferential Procurement (51% Black-owned suppliers), and learn... Share Load More

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Global Business Solutions (GBS) is a leading consulting and training firm in Workforce Solutions (labour law, HR consulting, IR, B-BBEE, and EE), Leadership/EQ, and Digital Intelligence/AI. We have delivered future-focused solutions for workforce excellence for 35+ years. Our diverse range of services empowers businesses to achieve their objectives. We provide consulting, training (accredited and non-accredited), collaboration, and coaching on CORE, INTERMEDIATE, and ADVANCED levels. to Global Business Solutions Welcome Welcome Welcome Welcome Future Thinking, Now! 100% Recommendation Rating on Facebook Latest News AI Compass Capacitation Programme 2026 - Intake 2 Tue, Jul 21 Virtual Event More info Register Now B-BBEE Session 7: Empowering Youth & Elevating Women Tue, Aug 11 Virtual Event More info Register Now B-BBEE Bootcamp Wed, Aug 12 Virtual Event More info Register Now Load More Who We Are GBS is... At the heart of Global Business Solutions (GBS) lies the innovative convergence of Workplace Solutions , Leadership/EQ , and Digital Intelligence (AI) . We are not just consultants. We are architects of a resilient and dynamic future for your business. We provide business solutions . Learn More SPECIFIC SCOPE OF SERVICES SPECIFIC SCOPE OF SERVICES SPECIFIC SCOPE OF SERVICES SPECIFIC SCOPE OF SERVICES Bytes Bot Development (Automation, Augmentation and Generic) Process and Systems Mapping AI governance and workplace AI policy rollout for South African organisations, including AI acceptable use policies, POPIA-aware data handling rules, staff guidance, risk controls and practical implementation support. Copilot for 365 (Teams, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) AI For Series (Incl. 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B-BBEE Session 7: Empowering Youth & Elevating Women Tuesday, 11 August 2026 | Virtual R500.00 (excl. VAT) Discover how targeted youth and women empowerment programmes can drive innovation, inclusivity and future leadership. This session unpacks how internships, mentorships, funding and leadership pathways create sustainable empowerment ecosystems that translate opportunity into long-term influence. (Session 7/10) Great news, registrations are OPEN! Register Now Time & Location 11 August 2026, Tuesday, 09:00 - 10:00 Virtual' About The Event B-BBEE 2026 Series - Session 7: Empowering Youth & Elevating Women Youth and women are the engines of transformation. This session will highlight how targeted programmes—such as internships, mentorships, and funding initiatives—can unlock potential and drive inclusivity. We’ll explore how gender equity and youth empowerment contribute to innovation, resilience, and long-term growth. By elevating women and empowering young people, businesses ensure that transformation is not only inclusive but also future-focused. Sustained empowerment also requires creating enabling environments where youth and women can thrive beyond entry-level opportunities. This session will emphasise the importance of building supportive ecosystems—such as access to networks, leadership pathways, and entrepreneurial platforms—that allow them to grow into decision-makers and industry leaders. By dismantling systemic barriers and fostering inclusive cultures, businesses can ensure that empowerment translates into lasting influence, driving transformation that is deeply rooted in equity and shared prosperity. Presented by Global Business Solutions (GBS)—Your Partner in Strategic HR Compliance All workshops are offered as customised in-house training that can be presented virtually or on-site. *All courses and conferences are subject to minimum delegate numbers. GBS is: Qualifying Small Enterprise Level 2 B-BBEE Contributor 53% Black Owned More than 51% Black Women Owned Download Brochure Manual Registration Form More about the presenters: This Occupational Skilld Programe will be presented by multiple GBS Presenters over the various blocks including John Botha, Thembi Chagonda, and Jonathan Goldberg. Register Now Be the first to know about upcoming events—keep in touch on our socials: Jul 21, 2026, 10:00 AM GMT+2 – May 18, 2027, 2:00 PM GMT+2 AI Compass Capacitation Programme 2026 - Intake 2 / Virtual Event Register Now Jul 21, 2026, 10:00 AM GMT+2 – May 18, 2027, 2:00 PM GMT+2 Virtual Event The AI Compass Capacitation Programme returns for a second intake in July 2026. Designed for professionals across all business functions, this 10-month journey builds practical AI capability through expert-led sessions, hands-on application, and access to award-winning tool... Share Jul 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM GMT+2 EE Reporting 2026: The Year Targets are Tested / Virtual Event Register Now Jul 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM GMT+2 Virtual Event EE Reporting 2026: The Year Targets Are Tested is a critical compliance webinar for designated employers preparing for the first reporting cycle in which Employment Equity target achievement is formally measured under the amended Employment Equity Act. Learn how to report progress accurately, jus... Share Aug 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM GMT+2 B-BBEE Session 7: Empowering Youth & Elevating Women / Virtual Event Register Now Aug 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM GMT+2 Virtual Event Discover how targeted youth and women empowerment programmes can drive innovation, inclusivity and future leadership. This session unpacks how internships, mentorships, funding and leadership pathways create sustainable empowerment ecosystems that translate opportunity into long-term influence. Share Load More

Join the AI Compass Capacitation Programme - Intake 2; a 10-month award-winning, compliance-ready journey for professionals across HR, Finance, Operations, IT, Marketing and more. Starts 24 June 2026. Second Intake Now Open | AI Compass Capacitation Programme starts 21 July 2026 | Limited places available AI Compass: A 6-Month Capacitation Programme for Professionals Across All Business Functions A 6-month capacitation journey for professionals across HR, Finance, Operations, IT, Marketing and more who want to build practical, responsible AI capability for the modern workplace. Intake 2 starts on 21 July 2026 and runs through to 19 January 2027. Where your human insight meets AI power — build award-winning tools, policies and workflows that transform your practice. Built by Global Business Solutions | WesBank Silver Award Winner 2025 | Valued at over R250 000 Register Now *Valued at over R250 000 24+ hours of Workshops & Monthly Application Labs | AI & Tools Access* | AI Policy Templates & Workflow Maps | You’ll build real tools, bots and policies using AI 6-Month Structured Journey 24+ Hours of Expert Instruction WesBank Silver Award for Innovation 100% Practical Application The perfect mid-year opportunity to build practical AI capability The middle of the year is often when professionals and organisations pause, reassess priorities, and decide how they want to finish the year stronger. AI Compass Intake 2 has been designed as a practical, structured way to build real confidence in using AI — not through hype, but through guided learning, hands-on application, and tools that can be used immediately. While the programme includes strong workplace examples from HR, labour law, and employee relations, the value goes far beyond one department. The skills developed through AI Compass — prompting, workflow design, automation thinking, responsible AI use, and bot-building — are relevant across business functions, including Finance, Operations, IT, Marketing, compliance, leadership, and administration. They are also highly transferable into personal life, from planning and productivity to better decision-making and everyday problem-solving. Your 6-Month Learning Journey Snapshot 21 July 2026: AI Foundations & South African Context Foundations, types, local trends, legal context (POPIA, Cybercrimes, National AI Policy) Application: AI policy awareness checklist for your organisation, plus exposure to the latest AI tools and use cases 22 September 2026: Microsoft Copilot & Secure AI Workflows Microsoft Copilot Suite, privacy, compliance, secure document workflows Application: Building secure document workflows and compliance-integrated AI usage 17 November 2026: Process Mapping, Automation & Bot Building Process mapping and automation, bot building fundamentals Application: End-to-end process transformation, chatbot prototyping, and Power Automate integration 1 2 3 4 5 6 18 August 2026: Prompting, Tools & Practical AI Use Prompt engineering, end-user AI tools, practical business use Application: Prompt library creation and customised workflows using AI tools 20 October 2026: AI Fundamentals to Intermediate & Process Thinking Basic AI Workshop, Intermediate AI Workshop, data literacy, algorithms, bias, automation basics Application: Mapping processes for automation and applying AI-driven process improvement thinking 19 January 2027: AI Law, Governance & Future Readiness AI and workplace law, future trends, governance, ethical readiness Application: AI-driven policy review, digital evidence and compliance considerations, final showcase and action planning Although I thought I knew quite a bit about AI before starting on this AI Compass path I have certainly improved my knowledge and expanded my thinking. It has also kept me up to date on the changes in AI and effect on HR. I am looking forward to automating many HR functions in future and solving numerous labour intensive problems in our department. E. van As, Compensation Solutions Chart Your Course with AI Compass Intake 2 If you are ready to build practical AI capability for the second half of the year and beyond, Intake 2 is the ideal place to start. Join a new cohort of professionals across business functions who are investing in relevant, responsible, workplace-ready AI skills they can apply immediately. Register Here Explore Our Bots | Get In Touch 'Get Access to the Same Bots that Won the WesBank Silver Award' 'Get Access to the Same Bots that Won the WesBank Silver Award' 'Get Access to the Same Bots that Won the WesBank Silver Award' 'Get Access to the Same Bots that Won the WesBank Silver Award' Access to Practical AI Tools from Day One Your AI Compass subscription includes more than training. Delegates receive access to a growing suite of practical AI tools that support work across multiple business functions, including onboarding and contracting, policy governance, employee relations and discipline, leave and wellness management, legal and dispute resolution, and general AI productivity. This includes tools such as the Employment Contract Builder, Policy Generator, Labour Audit Tool, Disciplinary Enquiry Initiator Bot, Disciplinary Enquiry Chairperson Bot, D(EE)VIATE, Workplace Disability Assessment Tool, Absence Return Pro, CannaSense, Parental Leave Assistant, Sick Leave Assessment Assistant Bot, Legal Bundle Creator, and the Prompt Library Tool, with many more being added. With the continued growth of this tool ecosystem, the value of AI Compass now extends well beyond its original estimate, with the total programme value sitting at well over R250 000 and growing. Built by GBS | Recognised by WesBank | Now yours to use in practice How AI Compass Is Different from Other AI Courses GBS AI Compass Generic AI Courses Workplace-ready skills Workplace-ready skills For all business functions One-size-fits-all approach Practical tools included Little practical value Responsible AI built in Limited real-world guidance South African relevance Mostly global examples Learn from award winners Generic facilitators Priced in rands Priced in Dollars/Pounds/Euros Who should join Intake 2? AI Compass is ideal for professionals across all business functions who want to build practical AI confidence and use it responsibly in their work. This includes professionals in HR and people management, finance, operations, IT, marketing, compliance, administration, leadership, organisational development, and digital transformation. It is especially relevant for anyone who knows AI matters, but wants a structured, practical way to apply it effectively, responsibly, and confidently in real-world contexts. R250,000+ in Value — Available for R32 500 Once - Off OR R6 000/month for 6 months* PLAN PRICE Once-Off R32 500 (Save R3 500) Monthly R6 000 / month x 6 months “Includes all workshops, bots, templates, Q&A clinics and support.” Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Programme Overview What is the AI Compass Capacitation Programme? The AI Compass is a practical 6-month learning journey designed for professionals across all business functions who want to build real confidence in using AI responsibly and effectively. It blends human-centric thinking, digital intelligence, practical AI application, and workplace governance to help delegates use AI in meaningful ways across their roles, organisations, and everyday lives. Delivered by Global Business Solutions, an award-winning thought leader in digital workplace solutions, the programme combines expert-led theory with practical, hands-on application. While some examples draw from HR, Employment Relations, and Labour Law, the underlying skills are highly transferable across Finance, Operations, IT, Marketing, compliance, administration, leadership, and more. Who should enrol in this programme? The programme is ideally suited for professionals across HR, Finance, Operations, IT, Marketing, compliance, administration, organisational development, leadership, and transformation roles. It is relevant to anyone who wants to use AI more effectively in their function, improve productivity, design better workflows, automate repetitive work, and make more confident use of AI tools. What makes AI Compass different from other AI training programmes? AI Compass goes beyond generic AI theory by focusing on practical application, responsible use, and real-world relevance. Delegates gain access to tools, frameworks, bots, templates, and guided sessions that help them apply AI meaningfully across both professional and personal contexts. Rather than focusing only on abstract concepts, the programme is designed to help participants build practical AI capability they can use immediately in their work, decision-making, communication, planning, and day-to-day problem-solving. Programme Structure & Schedule How is the programme structured? The programme runs for 6 months, from July 2026 to January 2027, with a combined monthly commitment of 4 hours. 3-Hour Monthly Immersive Workshop Deep-dive sessions covering AI fundamentals, practical use cases, responsible implementation, and workplace application. This includes: Expert-led instruction Case studies and real-world scenarios Interactive discussions and Q&A 1-Hour Application Session per Month Hands-on practical work translating theory into action. This includes: Prompt design and refinement Workflow design and automation Policy and process thinking Bot-building fundamentals Responsible AI use in practical contexts Reusable productivity frameworks The full programme includes 24 hours of expert-led instruction and application. What are the monthly session dates? The 6-month learning journey includes the following sessions: Month 1 — 21 July 2026 AI Foundations & South African Context Month 2 — 18 August 2026 Prompting, Tools & Practical AI Use Month 3 — 22 September 2026 Microsoft Copilot & Secure AI Workflows Month 4 — 20 October 2026 AI Fundamentals to Intermediate & Process Thinking Month 5 — 17 November 2026 Process Mapping, Automation & Bot Building Month 6 — 19 January 2027 AI Law, Governance & Future Readiness Can I join after the programme starts in July? Yes. Late joiners are welcome, subject to where the cohort is in the programme and what catch-up support is feasible. What you’ll receive Full access to recordings of previous sessions you’ve missed Collateral materials, resources, and handouts from prior modules A structured catch-up support plan to help you get up to speed Catch-up process You’ll be provided with a curated list of priority sessions to review based on your background, role, and experience level We’ll support your onboarding so that you understand the key foundational concepts before moving into more advanced modules You’ll also have access to the relevant tools and resources from day one Practical implications If you join after the start date, you will receive the recordings and supporting materials for any sessions already completed, so that you can integrate into the live programme with confidence. The earlier you join, the more value you will gain from the cumulative journey. However, joining later still gives you access to the core learning experience, practical tools, and structured support. Content & Learning Outcomes What specific topics does the programme cover? The programme is structured as a focused 6-month journey: Month 1: AI Foundations & South African Context Everything AI in South Africa, AI fundamentals, types, trends, and legal context including POPIA, Cybercrimes, and the National AI Policy. Month 2: Prompting, Tools & Practical AI Use Prompt engineering, end-user AI tools, and practical, business-relevant AI use. Month 3: Microsoft Copilot & Secure AI Workflows Microsoft Copilot Suite, common workplace tools, privacy, compliance, and document workflows. Month 4: AI Fundamentals to Intermediate & Process Thinking Basic AI and intermediate AI concepts, including data literacy, algorithms, bias, automation basics, and AI-driven process thinking. Month 5: Process Mapping, Automation & Bot Building Process mapping, automation opportunities, bot-building fundamentals, and end-to-end workflow transformation. Month 6: AI Law, Governance & Future Readiness AI and workplace law, governance, future trends, compliance, ethical readiness, and sustainable AI strategy. What are the practical application outcomes? Each module includes practical application work designed to help delegates use AI immediately in real-world settings. This may include: Prompt design and reusable prompt libraries; Workflow design and automation planning; Secure document and productivity workflows; Process mapping for manual-to-digital improvement; Bot concepts and prototype thinking; AI-supported communication, planning, research, and decision-making; Responsible AI use in workplace and personal contexts; Action plans for applying AI in your own role or organisation. Depending on your function, these applications may support work in HR, finance, operations, IT, marketing, compliance, administration, or leadership. They may also support personal productivity in areas such as planning, travel, meal preparation, learning, and everyday organisation. Tools & Resources Included What tools and resources are included in the subscription? All participants receive access to a growing suite of award-winning tools and resources designed to support practical AI use across the workplace and wider professional environment. Digital Tools DE Initiator BOT DE Chairperson BOT Deviate Tool Cannabis Tool Disability Tool Employment Contract Builder Policy Generator Labour Audit Tool Legal Bundle Creator Prompt Library Tool And a growing portfolio of additional workplace AI tools Knowledge Resources AI policy templates Monthly AI newsletter Practical frameworks and support resources Various discounts on GBS services and products Can I continue using these tools after the programme ends? Your subscription includes access to the tools and resources for the duration of your subscription period. Whether you pay upfront or monthly, you retain access throughout your membership. Costs & Payment Options What are the pricing options? Option 1: Pay Upfront R32 500 (excl. VAT) for the full 6-month programme Option 2: Monthly Subscription R6 000 (excl. VAT) per month, payable monthly for 6 months Which payment option is more economical? The upfront option is more economical. Upfront: R32 500 total Monthly: R6 000 per month x 6 months = R36 000 total You save R3 500 excl. VAT by paying upfront. Participation & Engagement What is the time commitment required? Each month requires approximately 4 hours of your time: 3-hour immersive workshop 1-hour application session This translates to roughly 24 hours across the full programme, or a concentrated commitment on the designated session dates Are the sessions recorded? Yes. Sessions are recorded for participants who cannot attend live. This is particularly valuable for: Participants joining after the programme start Those managing conflicting schedules Those wishing to review more complex content Participants who want to build a personal knowledge library Will I receive a certificate upon completion? Yes. Completion recognition and certification of successful completion will be issued. Is this suitable for in-house delivery to our organisation? Yes. Global Business Solutions offers customised, in-house delivery of the AI Compass programme. Contact the team to discuss options for your organisation. Support & Resources What support is available if I'm struggling with the content? The programme includes: Expert-led instruction throughout all sessions Interactive Q&A built into every workshop Catch-up support for those joining later Application sessions designed to help translate theory into action Recorded content for self-paced review and reinforcement Can I connect with other participants? Yes. The programme operates as a structured cohort, which allows for: Peer learning and discussion during interactive sessions Exposure to cross-functional perspectives from other professionals Shared problem-solving around real workplace implementation Professional networking with other delegates building AI capability Who do I contact with further questions? Global Business Solutions Email: joshua@globalbusiness.co.za Phone: 060 993 8528 We'll will be happy to discuss: Late joining and catch-up arrangements Pricing and payment options In-house delivery options Specific content queries Certification and completion recognition... Making Your Decision Is this programme right for me? Consider AI Compass if you: Want to build practical AI capability that can be used immediately; Need to understand how AI can improve productivity, decision-making, and workflows; Want structured guidance rather than trying to figure everything out on your own; Work in HR, finance, operations, IT, marketing, compliance, administration, leadership, or transformation; Prefer learning that combines theory with practical application; Want to build skills that are useful both at work and in everyday life. What should I do next? Review the content and schedule to ensure it aligns with your needs Clarify any specifics with GBS regarding joining, support, and certification Decide on your preferred payment option Confirm your availability for the monthly sessions Contact GBS to formalise your enrolment Email: joshua@globalbusiness.co.za Key Takeaway The AI Compass Capacitation Programme offers professionals across all business functions the opportunity to future-proof their skillsets in an AI-enabled world. It is a practical, guided journey designed to help delegates use AI responsibly, confidently, and effectively in their work and personal lives. With award-winning expertise, practical tools, structured learning, and highly transferable skills, AI Compass is designed to create immediate value and long-term capability. Unlock the future. Where your human insight meets AI power. *T’s & C’s Apply

Explore Global Business Solution’s cutting-edge AI-powered bots designed for HR, labour law, disciplinary enquiries, business automation, and workforce compliance. Streamline processes, ensure legal accuracy, and enhance efficiency with our tailored AI solutions. Find the right bot for your needs today! Explore GBS's AI Bots and Tools for HR, Labour Law, and Business Automation Enhance your business operations with GBS’s suite of AI-powered bots and tools, built to support the full HR lifecycle, labour law compliance, disciplinary enquiries, and business automation. From onboarding and contracting through to performance management, employee relations, leave and wellness, and dispute resolution, each solution is designed to guide users through best-practice steps, capture the right information, and generate consistent documentation that reduces compliance risk and saves time. Our flagship bot, Ask Johnny (AJ), is available for free and provides immediate assistance, while the rest of the tools are available once you log in as a site member. Both free and premium tools can be accessed upon authentication; for a smooth experience, use our user signup guide to register, log in, and navigate the platform easily. Enquire about our Bot Solutions Now ! Enquire Now GBS Website Login User Guide Ask Johnny Bot, a.k.a. AJ Bot (FREE) AJ Bot (Free) What is AskJohnny? AskJohnny is a 24/7 AI-powered chatbot, available on the Global Business Solutions website and WhatsApp, designed to provide quick and reliable answers on South African Labour Law, Human Resources, and related topics. This industry-first tool helps businesses and individuals navigate workplace regulations with ease. When to Use It Use AskJohnny when you need: - Instant answers on South African labour laws and HR policies - Guidance on workplace compliance and employee rights - Quick access to key legal and HR information - In-depth research on case law and workplace regulations Why It's Important AskJohnny is revolutionising business advisory support by: - Offering free access (for a limited time) to essential HR and labour law insights - Providing instant responses via the GBS website and WhatsApp - Supporting compliance and informed decision-making - Helping users understand key legal frameworks quickly and efficiently How to Use It Access AskJohnny via: - Website: Sign Up/Login to our website, navigate to the Ask Johnny page, and start chatting. - WhatsApp: Save 082 840 4239 and send a message saying “Hi.” - Ask your questions about Labour Law, HR policies, or related topics. Be clear and specific in your queries for accurate results: - Provide detailed context when asking questions. - Use relevant keywords to refine responses. - When requesting case law references, include parties, topic, and forum of adjudication. - Wait for a response—if there’s a delay, the bot will notify you when the answer is ready. Key Features: - Free to use for a limited time - Available 24/7 on the website and WhatsApp - Provides fast, relevant information on Labour Law and HR - Handles both quick queries and detailed research - Not a substitute for legal advice—professional consultation is recommended for complex matters *Disclaimer AskJohnny provides general guidance in compliance with GDPR and POPIA regulations but does not replace legal advice. Global Business Solutions cannot be held liable for any decisions made based on AI-generated responses. Always consult a professional for legal matters specific to your situation. Try AJ Now Future Skills Radar Bot (Free) The Future Skills Radar Bot helps HR teams, managers, and employees understand how a specific job role is likely to change over time and what the future-ready version of that role will look like. The bot prompts a clear description of the current role (level, context, and key responsibilities), identifies emerging role types and focus areas, and then outputs future responsibilities and priority skills for that role. It also provides practical development and transition recommendations that can be used to build learning paths, update individual development plans, and refresh recruitment profiles so organisations hire and develop for the role as it is becoming, not only as it exists today. The tool is designed to be revisited regularly as industry needs, technology adoption, and AI capability change. Try It Now Recruitment & Selection Recruitment & Assessment Expert Bot Investment: R20,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Recruitment & Assessment Expert Bot supports HR teams and hiring managers through an end-to-end recruitment workflow, from defining a job profile and critical role requirements to generating targeted social media job adverts. It then helps organisations check alignment with their Employment Equity (EEA) plan, identify gaps or potential deviations against numerical targets and transformation goals, and capture clear, evidence-based justifications where deviations are necessary. The bot is designed to improve consistency and defensibility in recruitment decisions by standardising job profiling, improving advert quality, and guiding structured documentation that can be used for internal governance, audits, inspections, and EE reporting. Enquire Now Onboarding & Contracting Employment Contract Builder Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a (includes statutory updates) The Employment Contract Generator streamlines the creation of customised employment contracts by letting you upload a master Excel template containing your full clause library, then select the contract type (Permanent, Fixed Term, or Part-Time) and the specific clauses you want included. It reduces manual copy-and-paste work, minimises errors, and ensures consistent contracts across your organisation, with clauses automatically numbered in the final output. Enquire Now HRAeducate Investment: The fee structure is tiered; please get in touch for more on pricing tiers. HRAeducate is an interactive workplace harassment training tool that gives employees access to up-to-date learning content while helping them recognise and respond to the many forms of harassment that can occur at work. It includes access-controlled security that automatically assigns users to the correct company, tracks training progress and results, and enables employees (and sub-admins) to download completion certificates directly, making compliance reporting far simpler. Enquire Now Policy Framework & Governance Performance Review and Succession Bot Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Performance Review & Succession Plan Bot helps HR teams and managers run consistent, high-quality performance conversations and turn them into clear, actionable talent outcomes. The bot walks users through a structured workflow: defining the review context, capturing the job profile and core responsibilities, rating performance using a practical 1–5 matrix, generating a targeted development plan, identifying a target successor role, and producing a succession and progression plan for each position. It also links organisational context such as company values, mission and job profiles to a performance matrix and development actions, helping teams standardise how performance is assessed, how development is prioritised, and how succession pathways are documented. Enquire Now Workplace Disability Assessment Tool Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a The Workplace Disability Assessment Tool helps South African employers and HR teams assess whether a medical condition meets the legal criteria for disability under the Employment Equity Act. The tool guides users through a structured assessment to determine whether a condition is long-term or recurring and whether it substantially limits employment prospects, helping organisations apply consistent decision-making while maintaining confidentiality requirements. The workflow is simple and practical: start the assessment, answer guided questions, review results, and export outcomes as PDF or Excel (or print) for secure record-keeping and employment equity reporting. The tool also supports uploading relevant medical documents (PDF, JPG, PNG, TIFF up to 5MB) and includes “More Information” guidance prompts to help users complete the assessment accurately. Enquire Now StratAlign Bot Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The StratAlign Bot guides organisations through a structured workforce strategy and operating model design process. It helps teams clarify the organisation’s most critical workforce and business needs, explore workforce and operating model options, and test trade-offs between agility, cost optimisation, and flexibility. The bot also supports building workforce strategies that are practical and defensible by integrating talent levers and AI innovation levers into the recommended approach. It is designed to be used with cross-functional stakeholders (HR, Operations, Finance, Sales) to pressure-test decisions and align on an executable workforce model, and then re-run as strategy, market conditions, or AI capabilities change. Enquire Now Performance Management Policy Generator Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Policy Generator Bot helps you create customised, compliant company policies quickly by guiding you through a structured set of questions and automatically generating a professional draft tailored to your organisation’s needs and South African labour law requirements. You select the policy type (for example, Privacy, Leave, Code of Conduct, or Remote Work), provide basic company details, answer a few key prompts about your practices, and then review and refine the draft until it is ready to copy, download, or save for your records. Enquire Now Labour Audit Tool Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Labour Law Compliance Audit is an AI-enabled, structured audit tool that helps South African employers assess labour law compliance across 10 key legislation areas using a 100+ question methodology aligned to major Acts such as the LRA, EEA, BCEA, COIDA, POPIA and more. The tool guides you through each section step-by-step, captures supporting evidence, and produces an instant, colour-coded compliance risk score (High, Medium, Low) so you can quickly identify the most urgent gaps and prioritise corrective actions. It also streamlines compliance record-keeping by saving progress automatically, allowing export to Excel, and generating a professional PDF audit report with section-level scoring and a clear compliance baseline for your organisation. Enquire Now Employee Relations & Discipline Disciplinary Enquiry Initiator Bot Investment: R15,000 (excl. VAT) p/a (both DE Bots at R30,000 (excl. VAT) p/a for 10 users) The DE Initiator Bot streamlines the disciplinary enquiry process for South African employers by guiding you from incident analysis through to enquiry preparation, while keeping documentation procedurally fair and aligned to the Labour Relations Act and Schedule 8 (Code of Good Practice). It helps you identify suitable charges based on your disciplinary code, decide whether suspension with pay is appropriate, and draft key communications such as suspension letters and notices of enquiry, plus opening statements and enquiry questions to support a consistent, legally defensible process. Enquire Now Disciplinary Enquiry Chairperson Bot Investment: R15,000 (excl. VAT) p/a (both DE Bots at R30,000 (excl. VAT) p/a for 10 users) The DE Chairperson Bot supports fair and consistent decision-making in disciplinary hearings by providing an objective, evidence-based analysis of the enquiry record. You paste in the hearing minutes and supporting evidence, add your company disciplinary code, and the bot helps you evaluate guilt on a balance of probabilities, weigh mitigating and aggravating factors, recommend an appropriate sanction, and draft a clear, legally compliant outcome email that explains findings, sanctions, and employee rights under South African labour law. Enquire Now D(EE)VIATE Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a DEEVIATE (Employment Equity Deviation Record) helps you document and evidence appointments (recruitment or promotion) that deviate from your prioritised Employment Equity Plan and targets, creating a defensible portfolio aligned to the justifiable reasons in the EE Regulations. It guides you through capturing the EE prioritisation, identifying priority groups, assessing the preferred candidate, documenting the “suitably qualified” assessment, recording supporting evidence, and then signing off and exporting the record for DG Reviews, litigation support, and stakeholder feedback. Enquire Now Workplace Disability Assessment Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a The Workplace Disability Assessment Tool helps determine whether a medical condition meets the definition of disability under the South African Employment Equity Act by assessing whether the impairment is long-term or recurring and whether it substantially limits employment prospects. It guides users through a simple step-by-step assessment, supports uploading medical documents, and allows you to review and export results (PDF or Excel) or print them for records, while maintaining confidentiality in line with Employment Equity requirements. Enquire Now Leave Management & Wellness Absence Return Pro Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a Absence Return Pro is a structured return-to-work documentation tool that helps HR and managers manage employees returning after a period of absence, while ensuring appropriate risk management and a smooth transition back into the workplace. It is designed for extended sick leave, incapacity-related absences, and situations where medical certificates must be validated and return-to-work conditions need to be formally documented. The tool supports proper medical clearance, captures any required work accommodations, helps manage the risk of premature return, and enables tracking of absence and return patterns, while maintaining strict confidentiality of medical information. Enquire Now CannaSense Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a CannaSense (Cannabis at the Workplace Risk Assessment Tool) helps organisations assess how safety-sensitive a specific job role is in the context of cannabis use, so you can respond consistently and in a legally defensible way. The tool guides you through 16 role-based questions, calculates a risk classification (Low, Medium, High, or Very High), and then provides recommended control measures plus an employment contract clause aligned to the assessed risk level. You can export the completed assessment to PDF or Excel for your compliance records, and it is designed to support alignment with South African legal requirements, including the OHS Act, Labour Relations Act, and relevant case law. Enquire Now COIDA Bot Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The COIDA Bot is an AI-guided workflow tool that helps South African employers manage occupational injury and disease cases from first notification through to rehabilitation, accommodation, and appeals in line with COIDA requirements. It first helps determine whether an incident is likely covered under COIDA, then guides users step-by-step through a structured, seven-phase process to ensure each case is handled consistently, fully documented, and legally defensible. The bot supports better compliance and faster case resolution by prompting clear factual incident descriptions, capturing medical impact information, and ensuring key documents and forms are available for submission and record-keeping. It also includes a dedicated rehabilitation and accommodation phase to proactively plan safe, sustainable return-to-work options, reducing operational disruption while protecting employee wellbeing. Each phase produces a summary that becomes part of the formal HR and COIDA case record, helping teams maintain a strong audit trail and respond effectively if disputes or appeals arise. Enquire Now Parental Leave Assistant Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a The Parental Leave Application Form streamlines parental leave applications in line with South African labour requirements by guiding both employees and HR through each step, capturing all required details, and generating professional documentation for record-keeping. It also helps reduce errors by automatically calculating leave duration, supporting digital signatures, and producing export-ready outputs aligned to your organisation’s filing process. Enquire Now Sick Leave Assessment Assistant Bot Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Sick Leave Assessment Assistant helps HR practitioners review employee sick leave patterns in a structured, fair, and consistent way. It supports you to identify trends, distinguish between misconduct and incapacity scenarios, and produce an evidence-based assessment aligned with South African labour law and your internal sick leave policy, ending with clear recommendations and next steps for procedurally and substantively fair case handling. Enquire Now Legal & Dispute Resolution Legal Bundle Creator Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a Bundle Master Pro helps you build professional legal document bundles for CCMA, Labour Court, and internal disciplinary matters in minutes. Upload multiple PDFs, reorder them in the correct sequence, and generate a single, clean bundle with automatic page numbering and a structured index, reducing manual admin and ensuring consistent, tribunal-ready documentation. Enquire Now General Prompt Library Tool Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The AI-Ready HR Prompts Library is a curated collection of ready-to-use, professionally written prompts designed specifically for South African HR professionals. Each prompt is optimised for popular AI engines such as Claude and Perplexity and helps HR teams produce faster, higher-quality outputs across the employment lifecycle, from recruitment messaging and onboarding documentation to policy drafting, performance conversations, employee relations, and compliance communications. The library saves time by providing structured prompts with editable {{variables}} (for example company name, role title, or policy context), optional document attachment guidance for richer results, and practical tips to ensure teams review and tailor AI-generated content before use. Importantly, the prompts are built to reflect South African employment legislation and best practices, helping organisations generate more consistent, compliant HR documents and communication at scale. Enquire Now Alongside our practical AI tools, GBS also supports organisations with AI governance and workplace AI policy rollouts, helping teams put the right policies, controls, POPIA-aware data rules, staff training and leadership guidance in place before AI use becomes unmanaged. If your organisation is using AI tools but has not yet defined what staff may use, what data may be entered, which outputs require human review, and who is accountable for AI-assisted work, our AI governance service can help structure that process. Enquire Now

Our Services Password and Access Control Standard This standard establishes mandatory requirements for password management, authentication, and access control to prevent unauthorized system access and data breaches. It defines robust security controls including Multi-Factor Authentication, least-privilege principles, and regular access reviews while ensuring POPIA and Cybercrimes Act compliance. Download Annexure A - AI Governance This AI Governance Annexure establishes a structured framework for the responsible deployment and oversight of artificial intelligence systems. It classifies AI by risk level, defines clear accountability across roles, and ensures compliance with South African legal requirements including employment law, discrimination protections, and POPIA. Download Social Media Policy Our social media policy guides employees on responsible and professional use of social platforms while representing our company. It emphasizes respectful interactions, protection of our reputation, and compliance with relevant legislation. The policy covers responsible use, prejudice avoidance, behavior outside working hours, legal compliance, and alignment with other company policies. We stress the importance of confidentiality regarding sensitive information and copyright compliance. Employees are accountable for their social media conduct and are expected to exercise discretion in their posts. This policy aims to create a positive online presence that aligns with our company values while safeguarding our business interests and maintaining professional standards...(Learn More) Download Cyber Safety and Equality Policy Our Cyber Safety and Equality Policy promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable online environment for all. It encompasses key legislation like the Employment Equity Act, the Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act, Hate Speech laws, the Cybercrimes Act, and the Protected Disclosures Act. This comprehensive policy prohibits harassment, hate crimes, unfair discrimination, and unethical conduct. It outlines procedures for reporting incidents, remedies for victims, and protection for whistleblowers. We have zero-tolerance for violations to foster a positive digital space that upholds human rights, dignity, and ethical practices for our employees, customers, and stakeholders...(Learn More) Download Generative AI Policy The Generative AI Policy provides comprehensive guidelines for the responsible and ethical use of AI technologies like chatbots and content creation tools in the workplace. It covers authorization requirements, content attribution, acceptable and unacceptable use cases, intellectual property considerations, training, monitoring, compliance with laws and regulations, and ethical considerations related to privacy, bias, and societal impact. This policy aims to mitigate risks while enabling productivity gains from generative AI adoption...(Learn More) Download Responsible AI Policy AI Policy: The web page outlines the guidelines and principles for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the company...(Learn More) Download PAIA Manual Template for Private Bodies A PAIA Manual Template for Private Bodies is a document that outlines how private entities comply with the provisions of the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) in South Africa. PAIA is a legislation that grants citizens the right to access information held by public and private bodies...(Learn More) Download Confidentiality and Non-disclosure Agreement Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are legal contracts used to protect sensitive and proprietary information shared between parties. These agreements are particularly important when businesses engage in collaborations, partnerships, or hire employees who may have access to classified data or trade secrets...(Learn More) Download Information Officer Appointment Letter An Information Officer Appointment Letter is a formal document that appoints an individual to the role of an Information Officer within an organization...(Learn More) Download Privacy Policy A Privacy Policy is a critical document that outlines how an organization collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information gathered from individuals. It serves as a transparent and legally binding agreement between the entity and its users, promoting trust and compliance with data protection laws... (Learn More) Download POPI Retention and Destruction Matrix Guideline The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) retention and destruction matrix guideline is a critical component of data privacy compliance in South Africa. POPIA, enacted to safeguard individuals' personal information, requires organizations to manage data throughout its lifecycle, including retention and secure destruction...(Learn More) Download POPI Policy and Practice POPI (Protection of Personal Information) policy and practice are critical components of data privacy and security in the digital age. POPI regulations, often associated with South Africa, serve as a model for safeguarding personal information globally...(Learn More) Download Absenteeism, Abscondment and Desertion Management Policy The Absenteeism, Abscondment and Desertion Management Policy is a comprehensive HR tool designed to help South African employers manage attendance-related challenges with confidence and legal compliance. This policy addresses the full spectrum of attendance issues - from occasional unauthorized absences to prolonged disappearances from the workplace. It clearly distinguishes between different types of absence, establishing fair procedures for each scenario while maintaining compliance with the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, and relevant CCMA precedents. Key features include: Clear Definitions: The policy distinguishes between absenteeism (failure to report for duty), abscondment (unauthorized absence without notification), and desertion (prolonged absence indicating intent to abandon employment), providing clarity for consistent application. Procedural Fairness: Step-by-step procedures ensure employers conduct reasonable investigations, make documented contact attempts, and afford employees proper opportunities to explain absences before taking disciplinary action. Dual-Pathway Approach: The policy recognizes that absences may stem from either misconduct or incapacity (such as illness), providing appropriate procedures for each circumstance and ensuring reasonable accommodation where required. Progressive Discipline: From counselling for minor infractions to dismissal for serious desertion cases, the policy supports proportionate responses that consider individual circumstances, operational impact, and prior history. Legal Protection: Built on South African labour law foundations, this policy helps organizations defend their decisions at the CCMA or Labour Court by ensuring both procedural and substantive fairness. Ideal for businesses seeking to reduce operational disruption, maintain workforce accountability, and protect themselves from unfair dismissal claims, this policy provides the structure needed to address one of the most common yet complex HR challenges facing South African employers. Read More Policy On Absence For Cultural And Religious Belief Are you navigating the complex intersection of constitutional rights, workplace diversity, and operational requirements in South Africa? Look no further! We have the essential solution for you. Presenting the Policy on Absence for Cultural and Religious Belief, an online Word document template designed to respectfully manage employee absences arising from cultural, religious, or belief-based practices while maintaining operational continuity and legal compliance. With this policy in place, you can honor diversity while ensuring fairness and consistency throughout your organization. This comprehensive policy is applicable to all employees, regardless of their position or employment type. It addresses the full spectrum of cultural and religious absence scenarios, including religious observances, traditional healing practices, cultural ceremonies, and belief-based requirements. By proactively managing these situations, you can prevent discrimination claims while protecting your company's operational needs. Our Policy on Absence for Cultural and Religious Belief helps you balance constitutional rights with business requirements, providing a clear framework for reasonable accommodation. By following a structured and legally compliant process, you can effectively handle cultural and religious absence requests. Here's how it works: Clear Notification Protocols: Employees receive guidance on how and when to request absence for cultural or religious practices, enabling proper operational planning. Verification Framework: Your managers can request appropriate proof, including medical certificates, traditional health practitioner confirmations, or religious authority documentation, ensuring legitimacy while respecting dignity. Accommodation Assessment: Determine reasonable accommodation measures such as flexible working arrangements, shift swaps, or appropriate leave allocation, balanced against operational feasibility. Leave Classification: Apply the correct leave category—whether sick leave, annual leave, or unpaid leave—based on the circumstances and supporting documentation provided. Legal Compliance: Navigate South Africa's complex legal landscape, including the Constitution, Employment Equity Act, PEPUDA, BCEA, and relevant case law, with confidence. At Global Business Solutions, we understand the challenges companies face when balancing respect for diversity with operational sustainability. That's why we have developed this online Word document template, available through our global business platform. By utilizing our template, you can effectively manage cultural and religious absence, prevent unfair discrimination claims, promote workplace inclusion, and maintain business continuity. Don't let uncertainty around cultural and religious accommodation create legal risk or workplace tension. Get your hands on the Policy on Absence for Cultural and Religious Belief template today and lead your organization with respect, clarity, and legal confidence! Read More Cannabis Risk Score Assessment This spreadsheet implements a structured risk‑scoring framework aligned with OHS and Substance Abuse Policy requirements. It lists key risk factors—such as frequency of cannabis use, role safety criticality, observed behavioural indicators, prior test results and medical referrals—each assigned a weighted score. The total score categorises employees into low, medium or high risk, automatically triggering the appropriate protocol: from enhanced monitoring and voluntary EAP referral for low risk, to random or targeted drug testing and formal disciplinary review for high risk. By standardising assessments, it ensures objective, defensible decisions and consistent compliance with legal obligations around workplace impairment, health and safety. Read More Final Written Warning (Form 12) “Form 12” formalizes the final disciplinary step before dismissal. It captures the employee’s identity, the specific misconduct, the warning’s one‑year validity period, and the requirement for signatures from the issuer, the employee, and their representative. It also documents refusal to sign, if applicable. The form clearly warns that any repeat of the same offence will result in further disciplinary action up to and including dismissal, ensuring employees understand the severity and monitoring period of the sanction. Read More Disciplinary & Grievance Policy This policy applies to all staff and sets out the principles and authority for disciplinary action and grievance resolution. It defines informal actions (counselling, verbal warnings), formal steps (progressive discipline, written/final warnings, enquiries), and the role of external chairpersons. The document embeds a Disciplinary Code with offence categories and sanction guidelines, specifies notice periods, representation rights, and documentation requirements, and outlines parallel grievance procedures for employees to raise complaints—ensuring that both disciplinary and dispute‑resolution processes adhere to statutory fairness standards. Read More Disciplinary Hearing Form This template captures every aspect of a formal disciplinary enquiry: notice to the employee, confirmation of procedural rights (representation, interpreter, witnesses), recording of pleas (guilty/not guilty), detailed sections for evidence‑in‑chief, cross‑examination and re‑examination of parties, and closing arguments. It provides structured pages for minutes, mitigation and aggravation submissions, the chairperson’s decision on guilt, sanction selection with reasons, and official signatures—ensuring transparency and compliance with the Labour Relations Act’s stipulations on fair hearings. Read More Dealing with Incapacity 2.0 This guideline equips managers to address incapacity in line with the LRA and COIDA, whether during or after probation. It provides a legal and contractual foundation, a KRA/KPI matrix to document performance gaps, and distinguishes between misconduct and incapacity. The policy outlines scheduling, conducting and documenting remediation meetings, issuing outcome letters, setting improvement timeframes, and, if necessary, convening a formal incapacity enquiry chaired by an independent chairperson. It also covers alternatives to dismissal—such as transfer, demotion by agreement, further training—and ensures all steps are procedurally and substantively fair. Read More Disciplinary Charge Sheet (Form 6) Form 6 provides the official notification of disciplinary allegations, specifying each charge and warning that summary dismissal may follow. It summons the employee to a hearing (date, time, venue, presiding officer) and lists statutory rights: adequate notice, knowing the charges, representation, calling and cross‑examining witnesses, interpreter access, mitigation submission, finding receipt, sanction notice and appeal. The employee acknowledges receipt or records refusal to sign, ensuring transparency and compliance with LRA fair‑procedure requirements. Read More Chairperson’s Disciplinary Checklist This checklist ensures that chairpersons adhere to fair‑procedure obligations: confirming the employee’s notice and rights, securing representation or interpreter needs, and managing hearing logistics (venue, witnesses, evidence exchange). It walks through opening statements, witness examination (cross‑ and re‑examination), closing arguments, and the issuance of written findings. If misconduct is upheld, it directs consideration of mitigating and aggravating factors, sanction selection per the Disciplinary Code and Code of Good Practice, and communication of appeal rights. All documentation (minutes, charge sheet, finding and sanction) must be retained. Read More Annexure to Substance Abuse Policy This annex to the Substance Abuse Policy reiterates that, despite private‑use legislation, company premises are not “private places,” and any cannabis possession, use or cultivation on site is strictly prohibited. It references the OHS Act duty to maintain a safe workplace and details criminal penalties (fines or imprisonment) for dealing, possessing or using cannabis beyond private allowances or in public. Violations constitute serious misconduct, trigger disciplinary action up to dismissal, and may be reported to authorities. Read More Smoking Policy This policy, regulated by the Tobacco Products Control Act and the OHS Act, applies to all employees (permanent, fixed‑term, casual, contractors). It mandates “Smoking Area” signage, limits smoke breaks to two 15‑minute intervals and a 30‑minute lunch break, and prohibits “informal meetings” that exclude non‑smokers. It requires prompt reporting of contraventions, investigative procedures by management, and disciplinary sanctions up to dismissal. The policy also offers information on smoking‑cessation support via EAP resources and ensures visitors comply with designated areas. Read More Substance Abuse & Cannabis Policy This policy recognises substance abuse as a health issue and a workplace hazard, balancing employees’ right to privacy with the employer’s duty to maintain safety. It defines mandatory testing (high-risk roles, post-incident, reasonable suspicion) and voluntary testing (employee-requested for assistance). A zero-tolerance stance applies to impairment on duty and cannabis use beyond private, lawful consumption. The document details awareness, education, and EAP support, as well as consequences for non-cooperation. Occupational Health & Safety obligations require employers to prevent access to the workplace by intoxicated individuals and allow necessary medical treatments when side effects pose no hazard. Read More Courses

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