Case Studies

At RK Corporate Consulting, we understand the everyday challenges startups and small businesses face when it comes to compliance, governance, labour law, and transformation. These case studies are inspired by real-world scenarios and demonstrate how our practical, affordable solutions have helped clients stay compliant, resolve risk, and grow with confidence.

Case Study: Bringing a Business Back to Life
Client: A small private company with overdue compliance
Challenge: The company had not filed its annual returns for two years and was marked for deregistration by the CIPC. The owners were unaware of the risk this posed.
RKCC Solution:

• Filed outstanding annual returns
• Submitted beneficial ownership information
• Drafted resolutions to regularise director records

Outcome:
The company was restored to full compliance and avoided deregistration. The owners can now continue trading confidently and access business opportunities that require proof of good standing.

Case Study: Aligning Directors Through Governance Support
Client: A private company with multiple directors
Challenge: The directors were making decisions informally with no resolutions in place, creating confusion about roles and authority.
RKCC Solution:

• Developed a simple Board Charter
• Drafted template director resolutions
• Provided guidance on director duties and meeting procedures

Outcome:
The directors now follow clear governance practices, document key decisions, and understand their legal responsibilities. Internal communication has improved significantly.

Case Study: Helping a Growing Business Stay Compliant
Client: A small, fast-growing business hiring its first employees
Challenge: The company had no employment contracts, leave policies, or disciplinary procedures. A dispute with an employee created potential legal risk.
RKCC Solution:

• Drafted compliant employment contracts
• Created a basic disciplinary and grievance policy
• Provided onboarding documentation for new staff

Outcome:
The business is now compliant with labour laws and better protected against legal disputes. New hires receive consistent onboarding and clarity about their roles.

Case Study: Enabling a Business to Compete for Opportunities
Client: A small, majority black-owned company
Challenge: The business needed a valid BEE affidavit to submit with a supply application but didn’t know how to go about it.
RKCC Solution:

• Assisted in drafting and issuing a Level 1 BEE affidavit
• Registered the company’s beneficial ownership on CIPC
• Advised on long-term BEE planning for sustainability

Outcome:
The business submitted a complete application package and was able to compete for new opportunities. The owners now understand how to maintain their BEE status annually.