AI promises smart, predictive, and efficient utilities

The global artificial intelligence (AI) in energy and utilities market was valued at $10,56-billion in 2023 and is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22,9%, reaching $45,78-billion by 2030. By Satyajit Dwivedi, regional director: EMEAP,...
Payroll and HR trends for 2025 and beyond

Payroll and HR trends for 2025 and beyond

The payroll and HR landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and shifting employee expectations. As artificial intelligence (AI) redefines how companies manage payroll and HR, these processes are becoming smoother, more accurate and...

Ceres reaps the fruits of smart energy innovation

Ceres Fruit Processors, established in 1976, is a leading producer of fruit juice concentrates and purées. In response to energy supply challenges in a vulnerable and intermittent supply landscape, NEC XON was tasked with providing a fully integrated solution using...

Demand for high-voltage power backup surges

Businesses across sectors are facing increasing pressure to rethink their approach to power, either by facing disruptive power cuts caused by crumbling infrastructure or by the need to save on costs, particularly in high electricity usage industries. As a result,...
Westcon-Comstor shifts to renewables

Westcon-Comstor shifts to renewables

Westcon-Comstor has announced significant progress towards its goal of powering all global operations purely by renewable electricity by 2030, as it published its latest annual Responsible Business report. The report reveals that the group derived 42% of its...
Sustainability and AI pave a new energy pathway for SA

Sustainability and AI pave a new energy pathway for SA

As the global conversation around climate change intensifies, South Africa is confronted with a dual challenge: how to meet its growing energy demands while reducing its heavy reliance on fossil fuels, particularly coal. By Louise Taute, MD of  Westcon-Comstor...