Adopting ITSM can deliver customer value

Adopting ITSM can deliver customer value

Virtually every business function inside an organisation requires technology to work effectively, writes Muggie van Staden, MD of Obsidian Systems. The digital ‘glue’ that binds all these once disparate systems is Enterprise Service Management (ESM) which...

Omnichannel could improve debt collection, customer service

South Africa narrowly escaped a technical recession, according to the latest figures released by Stats SA in early March. By Martie De Beer, executive: contact centre at Telviva Recession or no recession, growth is just not high enough to improve economic conditions...

Save more at the pump in 2024

During the 2024 budget speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said the National Treasury will not increase the general fuel levy and Road Accident Fund (RAF) levy for 2024/25. The treasury would however, increase the carbon fuel levy from 10c/l to 11c/l for petrol...

In the AI era, SA must choose a regulatory path

As South Africa steps into the world of artificial intelligence (AI), there’s a concerted effort by our government and several bodies within the ICT sector, to strike a balance between embracing the potential of AI and ensuring responsible practices. By Ayavuya...

Private 5G can unlock the promise of industrial AI

The industrial ecosystem is advancing at an incredible pace – rapid technology development and adoption cycles present massive opportunities for greater operational efficiency and productivity. By Kelly Switt, senior director intelligent edge global business...

SA’s digital revolution can transform manufacturing

South Africa’s manufacturing sector is experiencing turbulence. Statistics show local manufacturing production increased by 0,7% year-on-year in December 2023, with the largest contribution made by petroleum, chemical, rubber and plastic products (5,3%). By...