1. Briefing to the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee
AGRÉMENT SOUTH AFRICA
Briefing to the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee
Business Plan 2008/2009
14th May 2008
CEO: Joe Odhiambo

2. Presentation Contents
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Presentation Contents
Operating environment & Purpose
Vision & mission
Impact & achievements
Outputs of innovative systems certificated
Challenges & opportunities
Relevance & value added
Audited financial statements & budget
Financial approval process & fraud control mechanisms
Human resources & governance
Future plans & staffing composition

3. Operating Environment & Purpose
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Operating Environment & Purpose
Operates under a ministerial delegation of authority from the Minister of Public Works
Provides assurance by carrying out testing, evaluation, confirmation and certification of fitness for purpose of non-standard construction products and systems.
Quality products and services
Improve speed of service delivery

4. Typical Product Development Cycle
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Typical Product Development Cycle
BUILT ENV. PROFESSIONALS

5. International approach
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PERFORMANCE BASED APPROACH
International approach
GOAL /OBJECTIVE
Level 1
Level 2
FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Level 3
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
World Federation of Technical Assessment Organisations
Level 4
EVALUATION
By application of design and construction rules
By testing and / or assessment
By application of well established engineering principles
By expert opinion and judgment
RW & RVM

6. Organizational Structure
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Organizational Structure
INNOVATORS
PROFESSIONALS

7. Vision & Mission Vision To-be world class technical Assessment Agency
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Vision & Mission
Vision
To-be world class technical Assessment Agency
Mission
to promote the government’s objectives of economic development, good governance and raising living standards and prosperity by undertaking technical assessment and certification of non-standard construction products in South Africa

8. Impact & Achievements1 449 certificates have been issued
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Impact & Achievements1
449 certificates have been issued
148 certificates are currently valid
Widespread use of several Agrément certificated products e.g.
Hollow concrete blocks
Metal roof tiles
Lightweight internal partitions
Hard drawn copper tubing
Variety of waterproofing and wall coating materials
Plastic bath tub

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Impact & Achievements2
Human resource development within the technical agency
93% of Agrèment's staff were involved in short course training last year (99.7 training days)
Recommend industry average is 3 days p.a.
CSIR recommendation is 6 days p.a.
Agrèment average is 7.1 days p.a.
63% of staff members involved in formal tertiary higher degrees: Bachelor's to PhD’s in Engineering Science.

10. Impact & Achievements3 Increased awareness and visibility
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Impact & Achievements3
Increased awareness and visibility
Transformation of the technical agency
International standing and recognition
50% increase in technical outputs
Increased acceptance of innovative building systems

11. Outputs of Innovative Systems Certificated 2007/8
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Outputs of Innovative Systems Certificated 2007/8
Automablock Expanded Polystyrene Building Block System (Phase 1)
Fibrecote Fibre Reinforced Plaster
2001/289: Imison Building System (Amendment)
Murulelo Roofing Undertile Membrane
Micro-Concrete Cladding Building System
Nam-Tex White Roofing Undertile Membrane (Amendment)
Novachip-Thin bituminous surfacing system
Portable Container Branch Outlet
Available on

12. Outputs of Innovative Systems Certificated 2007/8
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Outputs of Innovative Systems Certificated 2007/8
Robust Building System (Amendment)
Imison 3 Building System
Roofproof 400 Undertile Roof Membrane
Spunsalation 5 Roofing Radiant Barrier
Styroframe Building System
Techfin System (Amendment)
Gundle Gunplas UT Undertile Membrane
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13. World Federation of Technical Assessment Organizations
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World Federation of Technical Assessment Organizations
NBI
VTT
TZUS
CCMC
BBA
ETA
FCC
ITB
INCERC
CSTB
EMI RT
HOWTEC
BCJ
CLB
ICC
ICITE
LNEC
NBRI
IETcc
IPT
CSIRO
ASA
ABCB
BRANZ

14. WFTAO 2008/2009 Annual meeting 21st - 30th September
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WFTAO 2008/2009 Annual meeting 21st - 30th September

15. Challenges & Opportunities1
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Challenges & Opportunities1
Technical agency : Technical assessment & project management skill
Technical committee: Expert knowledge and recognized as experts by their peers in their field.
Interpret results of tests conducted to access whether products meet Agrément performance criteria or not.
Technical Infrastructure: Accredited laboratories to carry out the actual tests on products and building systems and produce test reports on performance

16. Challenges & Opportunities2
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Challenges & Opportunities2
Legislative framework
Delegated to the Chairperson of the Board of Agrément South Africa, when acting in conjunction with the wishes of the Board
Backward integration
Research and product development
Forward integration
Awareness and visibility
Close working relationships with stakeholders by forming strategic alliances
Enforcement
Capacity

17. National Relevance & Value Added
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National Relevance & Value Added
National sustainability development strategy
Green Buildings Initiative
National development and service delivery
Socio economic benefits
Developing emerging entrepreneurs
Superior energy efficiency performance
Improved energy efficiency
Sustainable development

18. Initiatives Going Forward
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Initiatives Going Forward
Importing knowledge and skills
Relevance to all stakeholders especially the rural communities
Impact on service delivery
Education and awareness about available products for industrial and rural development
Assistance to the SMME's
Compliance to King 2 guidelines in terms of the Board workings and structure
Clear plan going forward

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Financial Statement 2007/2008
Manpower or Human capital costs %
Technical Assessments, Operational %
Quality monitoring
Marketing
Research into technical Criteria
CSIR infrastructure costs
Group executive Levy %
Support & administration %
TOTAL

20. Operational Expenses 2007/2008
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Operational Expenses 2007/2008
S&T
Printing
Advertising
Communications
Depreciation
Board & TeCo costs
Assessments
Agency expenses
Quality monitoring

21. Budget 2008/2009 Manpower or Human capital costs 3 980 000 45%
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Budget 2008/2009
Manpower or Human capital costs %
Technical assessments, operational %
Quality monitoring
Marketing
Research into technical Criteria
CSIR infrastructure costs
Rental %
Depreciation %
Finance, HR & administration %
TOTAL %

22. Budget 2009/2010 Manpower or Human capital costs 11 080 000 43%
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Budget 2009/2010
Manpower or Human capital costs %
Technical assessments, operational %
Quality monitoring
Marketing
Research into technical Criteria
CSIR infrastructure costs
Rental %
Depreciation %
Finance, HR & administration %
TOTAL %

23. Budget 2010/2011 Manpower or Human capital costs 12 188 000 43%
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Budget 2010/2011
Manpower or Human capital costs %
Technical assessments, operational %
Quality monitoring
Marketing
Research into technical Criteria
CSIR infrastructure costs
Rental %
Depreciation %
Finance, HR & administration %
TOTAL %

24. Budget 2011/2012 Manpower or Human capital costs 13 407 000 43%
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Budget 2011/2012
Manpower or Human capital costs %
Technical assessments, operational %
Quality monitoring
Marketing
Research into technical Criteria
CSIR infrastructure costs
Rental %
Depreciation %
Finance, HR & administration %
TOTAL %

25. Financial Approval Process & Fraud Control Mechanisms
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Financial Approval Process & Fraud Control Mechanisms
The technical Agency is managed and reports to the Director of CSIR, Built Environment Unit
The Board of Agrément holds at least four meetings in a year
Since Agrément South Africa’s finances are managed by the CSIR, the Agencies Financial statements are audited as part and parcel of the CSIR’s finances
The Agency has received a clean bill of health from the previous year’s Audit Report.

26. Compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations
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Compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations
Quarterly reports
Regular interaction with the DPWNIF
Regular interaction with DPW HOD’s Forum
Member of the BE Management Team
Annual Strategic planning session
Shareholders compact
Strict adherence to financial management
Financial statements subjects to independent external audit as well as an autonomous internal audit

27. Shared Services Financial Services Human Resources
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Shared Services
Financial Services
Human Resources
CSIR Information Services (Libraries)
Communication
Internal Audit Services
Legal Services
Management Services

28. Management Services Information and Communication Services (ICT)
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Management Services
Information and Communication Services (ICT)
International Convention Centre
Facilities Management
Risk & Compliance Unit
Security
Strategic Procurement Unit
Unit-based Management Services

29. Value Added by Management Services
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Value Added by Management Services
Legal compliance with PFMA and other statutory requirements
Provides security for staff and assets
Maintains and improves facilities
Provides cost-effective services.
Agrèment occurs within a highly regulated environment
Subject to oversight by:
Board, Executive, Management and shared services
Regulated by:
South African Acts of Parliament, BCEA, LRA, EEA, etc
Well documented policies and procedures are strictly enforced

30. Improve access to all facilities for disabled staff and visitors
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Key Initiatives (To improve technical infrastructure and working environment of staff)
Define minimum standards for laboratory facilities and develop an appropriate maintenance model (Project : Upgrade laboratories)
Improve access to all facilities for disabled staff and visitors
Improve security of people, assets and information
Use ICT to enhance staff mobility and productivity (Project : Wireless networks, VOIP, etc.)
Create a healthy and safe working environment (Project : Enhance services through Medical Centre)

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Key Initiatives (To enhance cost-effectiveness and to maintain good corporate governance)
Implement energy-efficiency programme
Improve efficiency in sourcing / tendering processes (value for money)
Review major procurement contracts in ICT, research support, travelling, etc. (unlock value)
Reduce insurance and other associated costs through appropriate risk-assurance practices.

32. Key Initiatives (HR)1 Transformation Targeting of disabled staff
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Key Initiatives (HR)1
Transformation
Targeting of disabled staff
Increase in female and black staff
Transformation committee present within BE
Employee Wellbeing
Implement comprehensive programme
Implementation of guidelines and training of all levels
Performance Management
Optimizing and know how

33. Key Initiatives (HR)2 Optimal career development
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Key Initiatives (HR)2
Optimal career development
Optimizing mechanisms and usage
Support of HCD initiatives
Retention
Compile guidelines for retention strategy,
Reward and recognition:
Performance bonus scheme under development
Pay salaries specifically and correctly

34. Comprehensive structured mentorship programme
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Human Resources
Percentage of staff either black or female: 73%
Comprehensive structured mentorship programme

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Organogram

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Key Challenges (HR)
General SET skill shortage nationally and worldwide - especially at senior levels – for recruitment
Scarcity of black and female SET candidates.
Being competitive with regard to remuneration and benefits for scarce skills.
Managing remuneration expectations of staff.
Potential impact of the HIV/AIDS pandemic.
Marketing / positioning the Agrément as an employer of choice given the competitive nature of skills attraction and retention.

37. The Board1 11 Board members appointed in November 2008
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The Board1
11 Board members appointed in November 2008
Appointed for a period of three years
Chairperson: Pepi Silinga
Strategic planning session on
Raise standards in industry
New objectives for quality and quantity of outputs
Make a difference in the lives of South Africans by enhancing service delivery by testing and approving improved construction products and systems.

38. The Board2 Pepi Silinga – CEO, Coega & Chairman, Port Elizabeth
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The Board2
Pepi Silinga – CEO, Coega & Chairman, Port Elizabeth
Cannon Noyana –MD, Nobuhle Consultants Johannesburg
Dr Mohammed Tayob – Medical Doctor, Witbank
Edwin Kruger – Bridge Manager: SANRAL, Pretoria
Ms. Khomotso Choma – MD, Turnkey Projects, Witbank
Montwedi Seane – General manager, SABS, Pretoria
Lethola Moshe – MD, Botle Consultants, Bloemfontein
Mike Marler – Engineering Specialist, DBSA, Midrand
Ms. Nozibusiso Shabalala – Director, SA Asphalt, Durban
Ms. Ntebo Ngcobo –Civil Engineer, UJ, Johannesburg
Solomon Malebye – DDG Operations, DPW, Pretoria

39. Technical Committee (TECO)
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Technical Committee (TECO)
Duties and Authority of TECO
Review and ratify evaluation programmes & proposals for the development or amendment of technical guidelines and indicators
Review and where deemed appropriate, approval of draft certificates
Proper procedures have been followed in all stages of the evaluation
Technical experts on the committee satisfied
Satisfied with the quality management system

40. Typical Scope of Evaluation
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Typical Scope of Evaluation
structural strength and stability
performance in relation to fire
resistance to water penetration and rising damp
thermal and energy performance
condensation
acoustic performance
accuracy in building
durability
quality management system
compliance with the National Building Regulations

41. Quality Management System
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Quality Management System
During evaluation and technical assessment
Covers factory production and site installation
Approved installers scheme
All certificates holders are visited at least once annually
Three validity review
In accordance with IS0 9001

42. Close Relationship With Entities
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Close Relationship With Entities
Agrément will partner with the IDT
speed up the delivery of new schools using alternative technologies thus eradicate mud schools
The Agency will use the cidb’s
construction contact centres
Agrèment will play a key role in the activities of the CBE
contacts with the professional associations to identify skilled experts to be used to carry out technical assessments of new products.

43. Achieved Desired State
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Achieved Desired State
Professional Skills shortage
Culture change
Service delivery
Collaboration
Getting the best out of our available resources
Teamwork
Centre of Excellence!
Collaboration

44. Core Deliverables in Vision 2015
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Core Deliverables in Vision 2015
Backward integration
research and development
best and most advanced construction technologies from overseas and introduce them in the South African market.
Forward integration
promotion of the Agency as a brand.
awareness and visibility campaigns within the country.
promotion of innovative construction as an improved method of construction.

45. Friday, 07 December 2018
Vision 2015
Innovative, modern and better construction technologies will be widely used in South Africa
Agrément will be highly visible and relevant to the construction industry in South Africa
Substandard innovative construction products will be prevented from getting to the market
The risk involved in the use of untested innovative products will be ameliorated
The agency will be highly transformed and will represent the demographic profile of the country
The housing provision challenge will be mostly addressed using innovative construction systems

46. Friday, 07 December 2018
Thank you…