People as the new differentiators

Technology is proving to be a double edged sword. On the one hand it enables businesses to operate more efficiently than ever before. On the other hand it’s helping to erode the traditional sources of business differentiation. “It’s never been easier or faster...

School-leavers do have choices

According to Statistics South Africa the country’s unemployment figure now stands at 25,06% and competition for jobs, particularly in sectors such as ICT, retail and manufacturing, is on the rise. HR and recruitment specialists believe that the more information about...

Cloud computing to change SMME solutions

Local and globally aligned provider of secure online transaction processing services, Sage Pay, says the industry faces an “interesting period” over the next five to 10 years. “A new set of entrepreneurs is emerging in South Africa,” says Sage Pay MD, Charles...

Digital forensics uncovers the truth

What if an employee visits the Human Resources Department with allegations that a colleague sent them offensive e-mails? What if the suspected employee deleted certain files from their computer? What would you do? Digital Forensics can retrieve deleted files and allow...

Brainstorming and the small business

Frequently, business owners find themselves so caught up in the day to day running of their businesses that they forget about the importance of planning – many business owners just want to get out there and get on with it, says Frank Reinelt, senior director for...

Many labour challenges expected in 2014

Employers might have experienced a tough year on the labour front. However in the light of recent changes and additions made to key labour acts, 2014 is going to be even more challenging and complex,” says labour economist Andrew Levy, and presenter of the Sage Annual...