Impact and implications of video analytics on business security

Video analytics has revolutionised how businesses and organisations approach security, writes Martin Viljoen, IT manager at Canon South Africa. The global market is expected to grow exponentially over the next decade as new technological developments allow for...
The future of work and the skills gap

The future of work and the skills gap

As industries continue to undergo rapid digital transformation, the question on everyone’s mind is, “Will AI take my job?”. The answer isn’t as simple as a yes or no, writes By Doug Woolley, GM and vice-president of Dell Technologies South Africa. AI...

Insurance key to driving innovation and progress 

Insurance touches just about every aspect of our lives. It can give us peace of mind; allow us to push the boundaries and provide security when something goes wrong.  Justin Naylor, CEO at iTOO Special Risks, notes that a glance at the news headlines serves as a very...

Data governance in BPO a path to enhanced security and trust

As the custodians of vast amounts of sensitive customer information, companies globally face increasing scrutiny over their data governance practices and with good reason. “Data is the new oil.” It’s a cliché, but it’s accurate. By Christopher Lawson, managing...

Do we need stronger cyber regulation to fight ID fraud?

In the context of rising cyber threats and the country’s upcoming greylisting review, combatting cybercrime is a critical priority for South Africa. However, does the country have the regulatory and collaborative structures in place to effectively combat the...

How to manage, optimise cloud in mining

African businesses are gaining momentum in the adoption of digital technologies to enhance their operations. Even though challenges such as infrastructure development and regulatory constraints remain, digital transformation is accelerating, writes Duncan van...