Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

Deeper divides for vulnerable economies as tariffs bite

A wave of new import tariffs is set to reshape global trade dynamics and significantly raise trade costs for many developing countries, alerts UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in a new data-driven analysis, titled "Sparing the vulnerable: The cost of new tariff...

Creativity is enabled by advanced technology

Kathy Gibson reports from Lenovo Accelerate ’25 - Technology is critical to the creation of animated movies like Shrek and Kung Fu Panda – one of the reasons Lenovo has become a key partner with iconic movie studio Dreamworks. Kate Swanborg, senior vice-president of...

Cisco well-positioned following recent announcements

Cisco is demonstrating great strength in collaboration targeting both hybrid work and call centres following its recent announcements at Cisco Live in Las Vegas, says GlobalData. "Cisco is moving the needle in a meaningful way on both the hybrid work and contact...

Hotels under threat from cybercriminals

Kaspersky has discovered a new fraudulent scheme targeting hotel owners and staff with fraudsters attempting to steal credentials or infect computers with malware. The fraudulent emails, posing as correspondence from former or potential guests, exploit the hospitality...

Apple enters the GenAI fray with Apple Intelligence

Apple has debuted Apple Intelligence, its personal intelligence system for iPhone, iPad and Mac that combines generative models with personal context to deliver useful and relevant intelligence. Apple Intelligence is integrated into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS...

Growth subdued in stagnant PC sector

The worldwide traditional PC market is expected to remain flat in 2024 with shipments reaching 260,2-million units - despite economic improvements and a new category of PCs with onboard neural processing units (NPU), colloquially dubbed AI PCs, according to the IDC...

Strategic supply chain value goes beyond cost savings

To permanently establish supply chain's strategic role within the organisation, chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) must identify new opportunities to deliver value, beyond cost savings, according to Gartner. Gartner has revealed four high impact areas to focus on to...

Technology boosts the education market

The global education technology market is expected to reach $348,41-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 13,4% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The process of learning is evolving gradually in line with advances in technology....

Public cloud market continues to billow

Worldwide revenue for the public cloud services market totaled $669,2-billion in calendar year 2023 - an increase of 19,9% compared to 2022 - according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Public Cloud Services Tracker. The...

AI set to free up healthcare workers

As much as 15% of the current healthcare workforce hours will be subject to automation by 2030. The growing reliance on AI is primarily due to the swelling patient population and a shorter pool of health specialists, according to analysis by Stocklytics.com. The...

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The customer is always fast

The Microsoft Global State of Multichannel Customer Service Report underscored the value of resolving customer issues at speed and the importance of equipping contact centre staff with the right knowledge. This customer demand is dictating the rise in real-time...

How employers can help stressed staff

If your organisation has staff who are financially stressed, you are losing out on productive working time. In fact, as many as half of all financially stressed employees spend three hours or more at work each week thinking about or dealing with personal financial...

Salesforce adds AI to field service

Salesforce has launched the next generation of Salesforce Field Service, equipping teams across industries with AI-powered tools to deliver trusted, mission-critical field service. By Mark Cattini, senior vice-president: field service management at Salesforce...

Data protection compliance portal launched for direct marketers

Members of the Direct Marketing Association of SA (DMASA) now have access to a handy online tool-kit that assesses their compliance with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act in minutes. By clicking on https://dmasacomplianceportal.org/DMASA and answering...

Partnership culminates in RIB CCS rebrand

Construction Computer Software (CCS) is taking on a new identity as RIB CCS. This is after the company's recent partnership and 100% acquisition by building and construction industry software multinational RIB Software. Andrew Skudder, CEO of RIB CCS, says the...

SA firm provides communication platform for UK’s NHS

Following local application in the healthcare sector, for Covid-19 patient care among others, a South African health technology company Healthcent (Signapps) has won a prestigious contract with Britain's National Health Services (NHS). In terms of the contract,...

Blue Label startup offers device rentals

With reduced company revenues on account of South Africa's extended lockdown, businesses are focusing on saving costs and rethinking the relationship with their equipment. Leasing, rather than buying, essential hardware offers a quick solution for cash-strapped...

Giving payroll ‘legs’ with a true SaaS solution

Although most organisations view payroll primarily as a way to remain compliant, calculate accurate net pay and pay employees in time, in reality, it goes way beyond these functions. The pace of change today, particularly when it comes to technology, is enabling...

Online scams capitalise on job losses, pandemic disruption

Scammers worldwide have been exploiting people's fears of lost jobs and income during the Covid-19 lockdown, by using phishing mails, fake websites and social media to extract personal information, spread malicious software or defraud unsuspecting victims. By Anna...

CredoLab raises $7m to expand African reach

CredoLab, a developer of bank-grade digital credit scorecards based on smartphone metadata which launched in South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya last year, has secured $7-million in its Series-A round funding led by GBG. In addition to GBG, the round saw participation...

Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

One of our clients is looking for a Senior Java Developer. Key Requirements: A bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering or other SciencesMinimum 6 years' experience working as a software engineer within an enterprise environmentExperience working in a delivery team...

SOC II Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client is an industry leader in Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) services, with a reputation built on technical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and extensive experience. Their comprehensive managed services offer continuous, robust...

Business Analyst (Payments) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote

Description:The Business Analyst will be responsible for bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. This role involves working closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyse processes, and develop solutions that meet business...

Business Analyst and Quality Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Business Analyst and Quality Analyst - 6 Month Contract Business Analyst and Quality Analyst - 6 Month Contract Skills:Matric / Grade 12National Diploma or Degree, majoring in Information SystemsSoftware Test Analyst: ISTQB Certification (Advanced Level), ITIL...

SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) 2318 TT

Development of new functionalities to distribute, enhance or create Master Data (in S/4 or ECC) – Backend / Frontend.Technical and functional refinement and breakdown of requirements (Epics, User Stories).Enhance and maintain SAP MDG (Master Data Governance)...

SQL Analyst / Implementation Specialist at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...

Senior Application Support Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...

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