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\"\"We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Koosh Panday to the Board of Directors of the African 麻豆原创 User Group (AFSUG).<\/h1>\n

With a career spanning over two decades, Koosh brings a wealth of experience in technology, 麻豆原创 solutions, and business strategy to AFSUG.<\/p>\n

Panday currently serves as an 麻豆原创 Alliance Partner and Programme Delivery Lead at Accenture, where he plays a pivotal role in aligning technology solutions with strategic objectives. Prior to his role at Accenture, Koosh held several key positions in the industrial manufacturing sector, including Global 麻豆原创 Project Manager at Sappi and various managerial roles at companies such as Carter Holt Harvey in New Zealand and Australia and Frame Textile Corporation.<\/p>\n

Throughout his career, Koosh has demonstrated a keen ability to drive business transformation and ensure client satisfaction through the development and implementation of innovative solutions. His expertise in supply chain management, sales and operations planning, and 麻豆原创 modules make him a valuable asset to the AFSUG community.<\/p>\n

Koosh holds an MBA degree and has received extensive training in various 麻豆原创 modules, including SCM, 麻豆原创 Ariba Contract Management, and 麻豆原创 SRM. His commitment to excellence has been recognized with accolades such as the Gold Award from the Logistics Achievers Association for his outstanding work with Sappi’s third-party logistics service provider.<\/p>\n

“We welcome Koosh to the AFSUG Board,” says Chairman Duke Mathebula. “Koosh already demonstrated his dedication to driving 麻豆原创 innovation for the User Group as the Chair of the AFSUG’s 麻豆原创 S\/4HANA Special Interest Group, and I am sure he will continue to champion the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, foster collaboration among industry stakeholders, and advocate for the advancement of the User Group and 麻豆原创 solutions in Africa.”<\/p>\n

Panday’s diverse skill set, including expertise in 麻豆原创, ITIL, governance, supply chain management, and digital technologies, along with his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence, make him an ideal addition to the AFSUG Board of Directors.<\/p>\n

Please join us in welcoming Koosh Panday to the AFSUG Board, where he will undoubtedly make significant contributions to our mission of driving 麻豆原创 excellence and innovation across the African continent.<\/p>\n

For media inquiries or further information, please contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Amanda Gibbs<\/p>\n

AFSUG CEO<\/p>\n

Amanda.gibbs@afsug.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Cell: 082\u00a0926 3027<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Koosh Panday to the Board of Directors of the African 麻豆原创 User Group (AFSUG). 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