AI-led businesses ignore humans at their peril
No-one would argue that artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm, but there is some irony in the fact that as more business functions - from data collection and analysis, to everyday operations - are performed digitally the more customers seek to...
CFOs going all-in on AI
Chief financial officers (CFOs) have fundamentally shifted their approach to artificial intelligence (AI), according to new research from Salesforce, moving from cautious spenders to strategic investors who are betting on AI not just for cost-cutting, but as a crucial...
Virtualisation is back in the spotlight
Kathy Gibson reports from Red Hat Summit in Johannesburg – Just a couple of years ago, few would have believed that virtualisation would be a pressing topic in 2024. “But virtualisation is back on the agenda - and it’s bigger than ever,” says Bruce Busansky,...
AI, adaptability top priorities for SMEs
The ability to adapt to rapidly changing external circumstances and leverage powerful new technologies are key to the growth and success of African small and medium enterprises (SMEs), according to a new report by SAP. Cameron Beveridge, head of mid-market at SAP MEA...
Marketplaces set to shake up omnichannel retail
South African manufacturers and retailers are starting to look more carefully at how digital platforms such as e-commerce marketplaces, super apps and social commerce can form part of an omnichannel strategy to reach consumers wherever they are. Those that can...
Young scientists compete for top honours at Eskom Expo International Science Fair
Hundreds of bright young minds from 35 regions across South Africa and various other countries are set to participate in this year's Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) for an opportunity to achieve top recognition and win life-changing...
Obituary: Pravin Gordhan
Pravin Gordhan, former Minister of Public Enterprise and SARS commissioner, has died. Known for his activism credentials and opposition to corruption, Gordhan succumbed to cancer at the age of 75. Gordhan was appointed as Commissioner of the South African Revenue...
South African healthcare leads in the adoption of AI and Virtual Care
South Africa’s healthcare sector has seen rapid transformation, according to the South African findings of Royal Philips’ Future Health Index (FHI) 2024 report: Better care for more people. In 2021, just 15% of healthcare leaders cited AI as an area of investment,...
Africa faces urgent cybersecurity challenges
Check Point’s Global Threat Index for August 2024 reveals that ransomware remains a dominant force, with RansomHub sustaining its position as the top ransomware group. This Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) operation has rapidly expanded since its rebranding from Knight...
Backdoor targets WeChat, DingTalk on macOS
Kaspersky researchers have identified a macOS variant of the HZ Rat backdoor targeting users of WeChat and DingTalk, two popular Chinese messaging platforms. The malware, first detected on Windows systems, now threatens macOS, potentially enabling lateral network...
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Annual eLearning Indaba kicks off in February
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Top cybersecurity challenges for 2021
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Wall Street Journal recognises Kyocera as sustainably managed
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The changing face of customer service in a post-pandemic economy
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The difference between data governance and data stewardship
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Argility Technology Group becomes Google Cloud Build Partner
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Acronis announces new reseller and service provider cloud-focused #CyberFit Partner Programme
Global cyber protection Acronis has expanded its Acronis #CyberFit Partner Programme, placing increased emphasis on supporting partner development, particularly for cloud-based services. The programme will reward service providers and resellers for their expertise,...
Assessing the director: a CV is only tip of the iceberg
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Trends shaping the cybersecurity outlook for 2021
Everything is different, and yet the same. As we look ahead to the cybersecurity landscape in the next 12 months, it is from a position no one predicted this time last year. By Tom Kellerman, head of cybersecurity strategy at VMware Carbon Black Business operations...
Software Tester (CH1132) – FULLY REMOTE – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client is an innovative cloud-based company that leverages its software to address the legal contracting, compliance, and legal practice challenges faced by listed companies and multinationals.They are looking for a results-driven Software Tester to assist...
Java Developer
Effectively working and collaborating in an international team. Self-motivated to learn and stay up to date with changing technology. Working in an integrated Agile Environment (Jira, Confluence). Meet with end users to understand Business requirements. Participate in...
Senior / Intermediate Full Stack Developer
As a Senior / Intermediate Full Stack Developer you will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing our client's next-generation Community Management System (CMS). Your responsibilities will span across frontend and backend development, contributing significantly...
Java Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
Effectively working and collaborating in an international team. Self-motivated to learn and stay up to date with changing technology. Working in an integrated Agile Environment (Jira, Confluence). Meet with end users to understand Business requirements. Participate in...
Senior / Intermediate Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
As a Senior / Intermediate Full Stack Developer you will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing our client's next-generation Community Management System (CMS). Your responsibilities will span across frontend and backend development, contributing significantly...
Front End Developer (Angular)
Lead Front End developer. Pro-active knowledge sharing, mentoring, and coaching of members from the same or other teams. Development of frontend user stories. Actively take part in all regular Scrum ceremonies. Contribute to refinement of user stories (user stories at...
Senior Java Developer
Our client is looking for a senior developer who is passionate about Cloud development to join their interdisciplinary and international team. Besides participation in exciting projects, you will have the opportunity to work with a state-of-the-art cloud tech stack....
Front End Developer (Angular) – Gauteng Pretoria
Lead Front End developer. Pro-active knowledge sharing, mentoring, and coaching of members from the same or other teams. Development of frontend user stories. Actively take part in all regular Scrum ceremonies. Contribute to refinement of user stories (user stories at...
Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a senior developer who is passionate about Cloud development to join their interdisciplinary and international team. Besides participation in exciting projects, you will have the opportunity to work with a state-of-the-art cloud tech stack....
Data Engineer Analyst (FinSurv) – EvdB
Define business processes and value chains relevant to FinSurv Identify, optimise, and integrate business processes, value streams and operating model Interpret and implement industry process standards and frameworks (e.g., APQC, Togaf) Analysis, design, development...
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