BYOD pervasive across the globe

Most companies in the world support a BYOD (bring your own device) strategy, with many believing that not doing so would compromise competitiveness. This is one of the findings of a study commissioned by Samsung Telecommunications America to identify behaviours and...

New country manager for EMC

Servaas Venter has been appointed as country manager at EMC Southern Africa, with effect from 1 December 2012. Venter has fulfilled the role in an acting capacity since August 2012. Venter joined EMC as a senior account manager in 2000, when he took on responsibility...

Low-cost iPhone on the cards?

Reports have surfaced today that Apple Computer may soon launch a low-cost version of its iPhone, taking on competitors in the Android market. Analysts have warned that Apple needs to compete in the low-cost market in order to address the vast population that simply...

sustainableIT does SA proud

Local company sustainableIT has been named the runner-up in the International Tech Trailblazers awards. These awards were designed specifically for tech start-ups and not only recognise innovation but also proactively help companies to grow their businesses with...

Mobile business apps more relevant

This year will see a dramatic transformation as businesses change the way they deal with mobile devices and the approach taken to developing apps, moving from traditional coding to mobile enterprise application platform (MEAP) tools. To date, mobile devices and...

CES: Early learning goes mobile

Qualcomm and Sesame Workshop are collaborating on mobile learning applications for early childhood education. As part of the agreement, Qualcomm will perform research and development activities with Sesame Workshop to create and deliver new innovations in mobile...