SAPICS finds perceptions exacerbate gender gaps
Women and men in supply chain management leadership have quite different realities when it comes to workplace fairness - 89% of men asserting that career advancement opportunities are equal for both genders and only 57% of women surveyed feeling the same way. More...
Prepare now for 2026’s cybersecurity threats
As we approach 2026, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve rapidly, presenting both new challenges and opportunities for organisations worldwide. By Greg Strydom, MD of Think Tank Software Solutions Recent data highlights the urgency: 78% of South African...
Zebra Technologies launches AI Developer Challenge
Zebra Technologies has announced its inaugural AI Developer Challenge to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) innovation to help solve new and complex business issues for Zebra's customers. The challenge is open to new and existing independent software vendor (ISV)...
Cost of living weighs on SA retail spending
South African consumers spent R303-billion on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) through traditional and modern trade channels during the first half of the year. This is according to NIQ South Africa's State of the Retail Nation analysis for the first six months of...
Mainstream adoption of everyday AI, digital employee experience in sight
Everyday AI and digital employee experience (DEX) are projected to reach mainstream adoption in less than two years according to the Gartner Hype Cycle for Digital Workplace Applications, 2024. “Everyday AI promises to remove digital friction, by helping employees...
‘Costly confidence’ costing consumers
Over-confidence is leaving consumers in Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) at risk of becoming victims of fraud, according to Visa's latest Stay Secure study. Research across 17 countries reveals a disconnect between consumers' confidence...
IBM algorithms are first post-quantum cryptography standards
Two IBM-developed algorithms have been officially formalised within the world's first three post-quantum cryptography standards, which were published yesterday by the US Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The standards...
How neural networks are being manipulated
A new study by Kaspersky reveals a growing trend toward "indirect prompt injection" - a technique used to manipulate the outputs of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and search chatbots powered by AI. While no instances of serious destructive actions by...
Africa under pressure as cyberattacks escalate
Check Point Software Technologies' Global Threat Index for July 2024 reveals a concerning rise in cyber threats across the African continent, with several countries now among the most attacked globally. The recent exploitation of a security flaw in the CrowdStrike...
Google challenges Apple and OpenAI with Gemini Live for Pixel 9 devices
Google has introduced the Pixel 9 series of phones, the Pixel Buds Pro 2, and the 45mm Pixel Watch 3. Anisha Bhatia, senior technology analyst at GlobalData, unpacks the news: "In a move aimed directly at Apple's gradual integration of AI into the Apple ecosystem,...
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Yoyo, wiGroup join forces
UK-based marketing, payments and loyalty company Yoyo and South African-based mobile rewards software company wiGroup are joining forces to create a global loyalty company under the Yoyo brand. The new Yoyo will service existing and new clients through its combined...
Rent-to-own solar solutions on offer
Ellies Electronics has partnered with asset finance services business the Rental Company to provide businesses with rent-to-own solar solutions. "An increasing number of businesses are looking for alternative energy solutions in the midst of increasing electricity...
Infinidat expands global channel partner ecosystem
Infinidat has announced an increase year-on-year in the number of strategic global channel partners to nearly 400, in 2020. It has resulted in delivering innovative and apt data storage solutions required by businesses worldwide, during challenging times as well as...
New appointments at MTN
Ferdi Moolman has been appointed as the new Group Chief Risk Officer at MTN. Moolman will step down from his role as MTN Nigeria CEO with effect from 1 March 2021 and will return to the head office in South Africa to assume the GCRO role on the same date. The role...
AdaptIT reports increased revenue
Adapt IT has announced results for the financial year ended 30 June 2020.10.26 "I am pleased to report that in a year dominated by global macroeconomic challenges and the Covid-19 pandemic, Adapt IT proved to be highly resilient, through its sound underlying business...
Cybersecurity needs to become a habit, like washing our hands
With cloud storage readily available nowadays, the question is whether it has solved the problem of data loss. Unfortunately cloud storage has not, as there are still challenges presented by some cloud solutions available. By Candid Wuerst, vice-president: cyber...
Smart e-commerce opportunities for Black Friday and beyond
Arguably the world's biggest sales day of the year, Black Friday presents a prime opportunity to attract existing and new customers to your physical or digital store. By James Bayhack, sub-Saharan Africa director at CM.com It's also a fantastic time to capture...
Aruba helps to enable data-driven government
Across the globe, governments are exploring ways to use data to improve the life of citizens, increase efficiency of operations, and create more innovative business models. Gathering, accessing and analysing data can assist governments with insight to implement...
Vox offers UC with Far South and 3CX
Vox is introducing a cost-effective, feature-rich unified communications solution, based on Far South 3CX PBX appliances, that helps businesses cut costs, improve customer experience and scale to match their needs. "Vox and Far South Networks have a 10 year-long...
Four ways banks can win the customer affinity battle
The confluence of economic pressures, the impact of the pandemic and the changing consumer habits brought by the Experience Economy trend is forcing banks to reimagine how they deliver products and services to customers. By Darrel Orsmond, financial services industry...
BPM Developer (Software Developer) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AgilePoint Business Process Specialist to lead the design, development, and optimization of workflow and process automation solutions. This role requires deep expertise in AgilePoint and BPM platforms, strong collaboration...
PBI Developer & Automation specialist, EM – Western Cape Cape Town
Client based in Cape Town seeks the services of PBI Developer & Automation Specialist, EM. This role supports the Manager Data & Analytics in implementing specific reporting and automation solutions specifically for the adidas South Africa business. This is...
SQL Developer – Western Cape Somerset West
ENVIRONMENT:Our client operates within the fresh produce industry, offering IT, analytic, and software support services. They have a current requirement for an Intermediate SQL Developer to join their innovative team and contribute significantly to the company's...
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER – PYTHON-DJANGO NOT NEGOTIABLE
THE POSITION IS OPEN TO THE JOHANNESBURG REGION A cutting-edge web-based application that gives companies all the tools to manage their share incentive plans. Our client has an exciting position for a go-getter and highly-motivated individual who is a self-starter and...
Senior Developer (Front Arena Principal Engineer)
A leading force in the Financial and Banking sector is offering a permanent opportunity for a Front Arena Principal Engineer to join their growing team.This role presents a fantastic pathway toward a Head of Development position.The ideal candidate will provide...
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER – PYTHON-DJANGO NOT NEGOTIABLE – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
THE POSITION IS OPEN TO THE JOHANNESBURG REGION A cutting-edge web-based application that gives companies all the tools to manage their share incentive plans. Our client has an exciting position for a go-getter and highly-motivated individual who is a self-starter and...
Senior Developer (Front Arena Principal Engineer) – Gauteng Johannesburg
A leading force in the Financial and Banking sector is offering a permanent opportunity for a Front Arena Principal Engineer to join their growing team.This role presents a fantastic pathway toward a Head of Development position.The ideal candidate will provide...
IT Support Administrator (Procurement)
We are seeking a IT Support Administrator (Procurement) to provide administrative support to the Technical Team, from initial enquiry, through the processing of quotations and sales documentation, to order, procurement and completion. Liaising with other departments...
IT Business Analyst
IT Business AnalystUnlock your potential in a tech-savvy team- Fully remote!R 760,000 - R 1,020,000 CTCJoin a leading company that offers a wide range of products focusing on customer service and expertise. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your IT skills in a...
IT Support Administrator (Procurement) – Eastern Cape East London
We are seeking a IT Support Administrator (Procurement) to provide administrative support to the Technical Team, from initial enquiry, through the processing of quotations and sales documentation, to order, procurement and completion. Liaising with other departments...
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