Vision and Core Values
Vhubvo’s vision is to preserve and conserve both natural and cultural heritage resources for future human generations. Heritage is one of the irreplaceable resources on earth, of paramount importance to humanity and its identity. Heritage resources, which include paleontological, archaeological, cultural, historical landscapes, historic built environment and Indigenous Knowledge Systems, are important in providing an insight into past human interaction with the environment, social activities and human development. They must be protected and preserved for humankind. Our approach is to maintain the highest ethical standards that reflect the sensitivity of heritage.
The core values of Vhubvo are to:
- Comply with relevant legislation
- Respect the privacy of a client
- Strive for innovation, integrity and quality
- Promote transparency and reject corruption
- Empower underprivileged people
- Educate South Africans about the significance of conserving natural and cultural heritage
Benefits to client
- Over 20 years’ combined experience within the heritage industry
- A highly experienced, dynamic and multidisciplinary team of scientists
- Comprehensive knowledge of heritage legislation, local by-laws and other related regulations
- Professionalism, and an independent and a fair-minded approach
Management System
Vhubvo has a quality policy plan. This provides a clear framework to support day-to-day project work, and forms an integral plan of the project execution. In addition, Health and Safety guidelines are used to ensure that our employees are continuously aware of the need to strive for safety. The plan is used by the project team, and is reviewed throughout the lifecycle of the project to define changes in scope, risk and resources. Our internal audit systems ensure that we closely manage all aspects of our work and improve our techniques. Our project management model strives to meet our clients’ expectations and timeframes without compromising quality and integrity.
