IoIT drives need to analyse big data

The Internet of Industrial Things (IoIT), a concept derived from the ability to connect assets, business processes and people across the enterprise, has transformed the plant floor into a state of hyper-connectivity. However, with greater connectivity comes a drastic...

Business leaders urged to harness disruption

It is imperative that companies use software to correctly identify and leverage waves of innovation before they pass by. According to CA Technologies CEO Mike Gregoire, the “application economy” demands that businesses are agile, use application...

SA’s children still beset by challenges

The lives of South Africa’s children has not improved over the years, and they still face many challenges. Today (20 November) is Universal Children’s Day, marked this day every year to commemorate the adoption by the UN of the Convention on the Rights of...

Guidelines released for secure smart cities

Securing Smart Cities the not-for-profit global initiative addressing the cyber security challenges of smart cities, has released guidelines jointly developed by Securing Smart Cities and the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) for the adoption of smart city technology. The...

Telkom calls off Cell C takeover talks

By mutual agreement Telkom and Oger Telecoms have ended all discussions related to the potential purchase of Cell C by Telkom. According to a statement from Telkom: “Through Telkom’s engagement with Oger Telecoms in relation to Cell C, it has become clear...

Interest rate increase will hit consumers, SMEs

The 25 basis point increase in interest rates will come as a blow to consumers who are already under pressure and make it more difficult for them to service their debt. South African Reserve Bank (SARB) governor Lesetja Kganyago yesterday announced that interest rates...