VoIP phones take over

It is generally agreed that all voice calls will in time be delivered over Internet protocol-based (IP) networks. Just how far we’ve come on this journey may come as a surprise to some, says Rob Lith, business development director at Connection Telecom. The position...

Data compliance is everyone’s business

Up until a couple of years ago, data compliance was the concern of only a few select industries such as financial services and healthcare. However, with an increase in the volume, and value, of data which both the public and private sectors are dealing with, there has...

Netology uses Marval’s ITSM solution

Effective customer service is critical to Netology, a South African company with a core focus on outsourced network support, specialising in networking and related services. With this in mind, and in order to expand their business, a formalised service management...

Should criminals fear biometric security?

Although many biometric-based security solutions fall short of the mark when it comes to overall protection and serving as a credible source of evidence in law enforcement, there are characteristics that typify comprehensive offerings that should have the would-be...

Mobility enhances the supply chain

In his 1999 book, Business @ the Speed of Thought, Bill Gates wrote “how you gather, manage and use information will determine whether you win or lose’’. The book may be over 10 years old, but this statement has never been more relevant to today’s complex supply chain...

Kaspersky blocks zero-day attacks

Kaspersky Internet Security 2013 for home users delivered a 100% success rate in blocking zero-day threats during a two-month security test. The Kaspersky Lab product took part in AV-Test’s May-June 2013 independent test, and scored 16.5 points out of 18 for its...