Maximising impact as a CSCO
Many chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) overestimate their effectiveness compared to C-suite perceptions, according to a survey by Gartner. The research group surveyed 201 executives, including CSCOs and C-suite executives, and found that three-quarters of CSCOs gave...
Kaspersky helps Interpol arrest 1 200 African cybercriminals
As part of its partnership with Interpol, Kaspersky recently participated in the law enforcement agency’s operation Serengeti 2.0 to combat cybercrime across the African continent, resulting in 1 209 arrests. Focused on several criminal activities which target both...
Insurers have a critical role in defining ethical AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) promises to revolutionise how property and casualty (P&C) business gets done. As a result, P&C insurers are uniquely positioned to advance the conversation for ethical AI – not just for their own businesses, but for all...
Targeted global spend can save millions of children
In its eighth annual Goalkeepers report, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation urged world leaders to increase global health spending where it is needed most in order to boost children’s health and nutrition, especially in the face of the global climate crisis. The...
Decarbonisation boosts bottom lines, but progress has slowed
Despite the escalating climate crisis and 2023 marking the hottest year on record, corporate progress on decarbonisation has slowed. A new study by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and CO2 AI reveals that companies have made minimal progress on climate issues over the...
Legal reforms needed to unlock wind energy future
As South Africa continues its journey toward a sustainable energy future, wind energy has emerged as a crucial element of the country’s renewable energy mix. With its rich wind resources and increasing demand for clean energy, the sector is well-positioned to...
RAG gains prominence in GenAI discussions
Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) is becoming a critical focus in company discussions about generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), as organisations look to leverage real-time external data to contextualise and refine the accuracy of generated responses....
Temu app racks up 735m downloads
Since its launch in September 2022, the Chinese shopping app Temu has been gaining share in the global ecommerce market, successfully competing with industry giants like Amazon, eBay, and Shein. With its aggressive pricing and discounts, wide product selection, and...
Slump continues – but AR/VR headsets set to soar
The decline in worldwide shipments of augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) headsets continued during the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24) as volumes contracted 28,1% YoY to 1,1-million units, according to IDC’s latest Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual...
Vuma rolls out affordable unlimited fibre to underserved areas
Following a successful pilot in Alexandra in 2023, Vuma has launched Vuma Key, an uncapped fibre service priced at just R99 per month. Vuma Key is a prepaid service with no penalties for missed recharges, designed specifically for low-income households earning less...
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Goodbye lock-in; hello subscription
We have finally come to the crossroads where lock-in has been presented as the evil it is. By Rowen Grierson, regional sales director: sub-Saharan Africa at Nutanix. Over the last 10 months, organisations around the world were faced with an immediate and sudden need...
Future-proof and risk-proof your manufacturing business
A global survey conducted by Syspro to better understand how manufacturers and distributors handled the operational shifts brought on by Covid-19 revealed that 60% of manufacturers and distributors were impacted by supply chain disruptions. By Kevin Dherman, chief...
Dynabook brings 11th Gen Intel Core Processors to key devices
Dynabook Europe has updated three business devices targeted at the business and education market. The Tecra A30-J and Satellite Pro L50-J are updated with the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processors and DDR4 memory, while the Satellite Pro C40-G now features additional...
Channel predictions for 2021
Although 2020 might have been a year that no one could have predicted, shrouded with uncertainty, technology was the one constant. By Doug Woolley, MD of Dell Technologies South Africa Helping businesses become more agile and connected with communities in different...
A new horizon for print and communication service providers
Print and communication service providers specialising in direct mail and transactional applications have come a long way in the last 10 years. By Hennie Kruger, head of commercial print at Canon South Africa To keep pace in our digital world, they have continuously...
Huawei AppGallery broadens market for commercial partners
Through its official app store Huawei AppGallery, Huawei is giving commercial partners the opportunity for exposure to a wider user base when they launch their apps integrated with the various app services Huawei offers. Developing or integrating existing apps with...
Multilateral coalition for African agro-ecology launched
More than 100 European and African actors have signed a charter of commitment to the development of the agro-pastoral sectors in Africa, particularly in the Sahel. The original initiative aims to resize and strengthen agricultural cooperation between Europe and Africa...
How private clubs can join Mind Sports South Africa (MSSA)
Mind Sports South Africa (MSSA) is the national federation for Board games, Card games, Esports, and Wargames. MSSA promotes all the different disciplines equally, although each affiliated club may pick-and-choose which discipline it wishes to promote in its club....
Managing retrenchments in tough economic times
The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) received 28 000 retrenchment cases from May to June 2020 during the lockdown. In August it revealed that it had received 190 large-scale retrenchment referrals and 1 307 small-scale retrenchment...
Online learning shines spotlight on compliance
As the South African economy struggles to get back on its feet, battered by slow growth and high unemployment, and compounded by the fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic, one area in particular remains of concern to potential foreign investors: compliance in the...
Data Scientist (DBN) – KwaZulu-Natal Umhlanga
ENVIRONMENT:FACILITATE data-driven decision-making and improving company operations as the next Data Scientist sought by a Durban-based Financial Services company. You will develop and execute cutting-edge AI and BI solutions while driving Data Science projects, using...
Junior – Intermediate .NET Developer – Cape Town (Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client looking for a Junior to Intermediate .NET Developer to join a growing Cape Town team within a Germany-based tech company. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2–4 years of development experience who is eager to learn, contribute to...
Senior Project Manager (Electrical) at Construct Executive Search – Free State Free State
Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Construction.Must have 8-10 years of experience in the electrical and instrumentation industry.Must have experience as a Site Manager and Contracts...
Senior BI Analyst at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain standardised reporting frameworks to provide a consistent view of key performance indicators (KPIs) across the group with a focus on Merchandise reporting. Create comprehensive...
Systems Administrator – Kempton Park Onsite
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a leading company in the motor vehicle industry, operating across South Africa and neighboring countries, with divisions in retail, rentals, and manufacturing. They are seeking a proactive and skilled mid-to-senior SharePoint, Microsoft 365,...
Software Applications Support Specialist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Exciting Career Opportunity: Software Application Support SpecialistLocation: Gauteng | Type: Permanent | Field: Tech & Business ApplicationsAre you passionate about technology, problem-solving, and making a real impact? Do you thrive in a fast-paced,...
Senior BI Analyst at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain standardised reporting frameworks to provide a consistent view of key performance indicators (KPIs) across the group with a focus on Merchandise reporting. Create comprehensive...
Systems Administrator – Kempton Park Onsite – Gauteng Kempton Park
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a leading company in the motor vehicle industry, operating across South Africa and neighboring countries, with divisions in retail, rentals, and manufacturing. They are seeking a proactive and skilled mid-to-senior SharePoint, Microsoft 365,...
Software Applications Support Specialist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Exciting Career Opportunity: Software Application Support SpecialistLocation: Gauteng | Type: Permanent | Field: Tech & Business ApplicationsAre you passionate about technology, problem-solving, and making a real impact? Do you thrive in a fast-paced,...
Senior Project Manager at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a multi-year, multi-workstream programme focused on expanding TFG's QR and local manufacturing capabilities. Work cross-functionally with key internal and external stakeholders to drive...
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