School management teams and governing bodies searching for solutions for operational challenges can now get quick and easy access to a large variety of educational products and services with the introduction of the FEDSAS Marketplace.

“FEDSAS regularly receives requests from governing bodies looking for quality service providers. At the same time, we receive thousands of calls every year from companies, NGOs, and other service providers to share their education products and services with FEDSAS’s extensive audience. FEDSAS Marketplace provides both these needs,” says Dr. Jaco Deacon, CEO of FEDSAS.

Deacon says FEDSAS’s high profile as a leader in school governance and the organisation’s exceptional reputation in the South African education sector will give governing bodies peace of mind that they have access to quality products. On the other hand, service providers will benefit from FEDSAS’s nationwide footprint, extensive network and media presence.

“FEDSAS staff members have regular contact with member schools in all provinces. From this, we have learned that school governing bodies are not always aware of all the solutions available for the various school management tasks. Or management teams are hesitant to make use of a product or service as they are unsure of the quality. School budgets must be managed carefully and there is not always enough time to do research to find the best possible solution. This is why FEDSAS has decided to create a digital market to give management teams and governing bodies access to practical, ethical, and solution-driven products and services,” says Mr Paul Rencken, FEDSAS’s Corporate and Business Development Manager.

The concept of FEDSAS Marketplace is built on the trust FEDSAS enjoys in the education sector. “FEDSAS has an excellent record regarding credible advice and support to schools. FEDSAS Marketplace is an extension of this and a step in the right direction to assist governing bodies and management teams to turn their schools into dynamic centers for quality education with an eye on the future,” says Rencken.

School governing bodies, management teams, and education service providers can visit FEDSAS Marketplace at www.fedsasmarketplace.co.za to create a profile.