Why e-visas are emerging as a smarter choice

More and more countries are adding the e-visa route to the common visa channels. VFS Global’s regional group COO Jiten Vyas discusses how smart, quicker and hassle-free solutions in this space is making it a preferred choice for the global traveller. As overseas...

Smart cities embrace 4IR

Smart cities rely on smart grid technology that includes traditional and renewable energy sources in its mix of power supply. Driven by the advanced technology of the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), the smart grid technology is able to include coal-based energy...

Protecting citizen data requires a cyber-aware public service

As South Africa’s government prepares for the Fourth Industrial Revolution by digitising government services, and key economic centres continue to adopt smart city technologies, the risk – and potential consequences – of cyberattack is growing by the...

Great CX in government could boost faith in the country

Government departments are not generally known for their sterling service and good communication. Most struggle with substandard experiences, where their poor customer experience (CX) hampers mission success. A Forrester report discusses why the need to improve...

True digital identity takes long-term collaboration, integration

The future of identity lies far beyond mere digitizing the physical identity – true digital identity encompasses a vast and interoperable ecosystem in which identity is owned by the individual and managed within a secure and trusted environment. Achieving...

Dubai’s journey to blockchain-powered government

In 2016, the desert metropolis of Dubai set its sights on claiming the moniker of ‘world’s first blockchain-powered city’ for itself. A burgeoning hub of economic development, the city needed more agile government processes – particularly for...