The high price of flawed hiring practices
Poor candidate experiences in corporate hiring don’t only drive away top talent, they also inflict lasting damage on company reputations, and organisations would do well to consider the unintended impact of flawed hiring practices, a leadership expert says. “South...
Covid survivors show high rates of neuropsychiatric symptoms
New research led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) found a high burden of persistent neuropsychiatric symptoms in South African Covid-19 survivors, even up to two years after infection. Despite extensive testing, the researchers found no reliable early blood...
Tips for mitigating long-term supply chain resource constraints
Supply chain and procurement leaders can better address long-term resource constraints by focusing on the immediate risks that threaten business viability, according to new research from Gartner. The research findings showed that leading supply chains motivate action...
Space robotics poised for explosive growth
Five years ago, NASA launched a mission straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster by deploying its robotic system, Astrobees, on the International Space Station (ISS) to assist astronauts with repair and maintenance. Fast forward to today, and space robotics has taken a...
The top four HR investment trends for 2024
For the third consecutive year, HR leaders cited HR technology as their top investment priority, according to a survey by Gartner. The survey reveals that the other top three investment areas in 2024 are: learning and development (L&D); total rewards; and talent...
Digital Parks Africa ups data centre capacity
To meet the growing demand in the South African data centre market, Digital Parks Africa (DPA) has started expanding its Samrand data centre campus with the build of an additional brick-and-mortar extension to its custom, modular facility which will see an increase in...
Serious flaws in ZKTeco biometric systems
Kaspersky has identified numerous flaws in the hybrid biometric terminal produced by international manufacturer ZKTeco. By adding random user data to the database or using a fake QR code, cybercriminals can easily bypass the verification process and gain unauthorised...
Hardcopy peripherals take a big hit
Worldwide shipments of hardcopy peripherals declined 17,6% YoY to 18,8-million units in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q24). Shipment value also contracted 15,6% YoY during the quarter to $9,3-billion, according to International Data Corporation's latest Worldwide...
Zoom reaches for new heights
At its recent Zoom Perspectives 2024 conference, the company detailed its future vision, strategy, and flagship offerings which is looking to keep it relevant in a post-pandemic - lockdowned - world. "Zoom has been working to grow its number of customers and increase...
MultiChoice Group has demonstrated resilient operational March 2024
MultiChoice Group has demonstrated resilient operational performance for the year ended March 2024 (FY24), delivering a 26% trading profit margin in South Africa, while increasing trading profit in the Rest of Africa by 48%. Strategic milestones were reached, with the...
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Overcoming the educational digital divide
South African schools and tertiary institutions, like in many countries around the world, will remain closed for a lockdown period that is aimed at curbing the spread of the Covid-19 virus. But schools have asked parents and children to ensure that learning continues...
Lockdown underscores the importance of face-to-face learning
All over South Africa right now, children in middle-class and wealthy homes, whose families have access to technology including WiFi and mobile data, have begun a phase of their education that nobody foresaw when they were first enrolled at their current schools -...
Start training the skills of the future, now
The world is in the throes of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), with drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing, robotics and blockchain being used in various ways by numerous industries. Much has been written and said about the impact of...
Testing, testing, Africa two three
It's telling that the 2019-2020 World Quality Report doesn't include any analysis of the EMEA region. Africa doesn't even feature in the 11th edition of software quality assurance and testing assessment that does span Europe, Australia, New Zealand, UK, and America....
Fibre drives SA economy during lockdown
If the lockdown South Africa is currently experiencing is highlighting anything then it is to show that access to fibre has become as much a human right as electricity and running water. With many employees now having to work from home and others placed on enforced...
AI powered security surveillance helps reduce crime
Commercial property developers as well as business park landlords and property managers have a specific set of security challenges. At stake is the security of millions of rands' worth of equipment and stock, tenants and the safety of large crowds in shopping malls....
On-demand digital insurance as SA businesses reboot
The Covid-19 lockdown has placed digital transformation front and centre for most businesses. Many large retailers and other enterprise companies are turning to insurtech to help kickstart their revenues in a post-lockdown new normal. "We have been inundated with...
Telkom downgrade follows Moody’s sovereign rating
Moody's Investors Service has downgraded Telkom's rating to Ba1 from Baa3 with a negative outlook. The rating action follows Moody's recent decision to downgrade the South African sovereign rating. Telkom's rating is linked to sovereign rating due to government's...
Citrix names Datacentrix as SD-WAN partner of the Year
Datacentrix has secured the title of 'SD-WAN Partner of the Year' from Citrix, receiving the award at the organisation's recent partner event. "The past two years in particular have been pivotal in Datacentrix' partnership with Citrix," explains Tony de Sousa,...
Mustek expands product portfolio with Molex
Mustek has expanded its existing product portfolio with the introduction of the Molex brand. Molex manufactures a portfolio of copper and fibre structured cabling solutions. The Molex Structured Cabling is designed to enable networking infrastructure, delivering...
Business Analyst (Senior) (Maternity Cover) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a highly successful NPO. The work you will be involved with is highly impactful and am sure will bring joy as well as provide a highly stimulating and fabulous work experience. What you will be doing:Collaborate with stakeholders to...
Project Manager (ERP Implementation)
Join a team of happy, talented specialists as a Project Manager where your planning, leadership, and communication skills will help drive exciting ERP implementation projects to success. If you're organised, thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from...
Data Analyst (Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP)
Job Title: Data Analyst (Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP) Location: Remote Contract: 6-Month Rolling Contract Salary: R67,620 per month (£130 -£140 per day) Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Start Date: Immediate Job Overview We are looking for an experienced and...
Data Analyst (Finance)
This role will work directly with the CFO and the CTO to produce assurance on these financial integrations, and spec and manage the development of further integrations or migrations. You will have unique exposure to all the commercial projects, operations and system...
Project Manager (ERP Implementation) – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Join a team of happy, talented specialists as a Project Manager where your planning, leadership, and communication skills will help drive exciting ERP implementation projects to success. If you're organised, thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from...
Data Analyst (Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Job Title: Data Analyst (Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP) Location: Remote Contract: 6-Month Rolling Contract Salary: R67,620 per month (£130 -£140 per day) Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Start Date: Immediate Job Overview We are looking for an experienced and...
Data Analyst (Finance) – Western Cape Cape Town
This role will work directly with the CFO and the CTO to produce assurance on these financial integrations, and spec and manage the development of further integrations or migrations. You will have unique exposure to all the commercial projects, operations and system...
Full Stack Java Developer (Expert) 3153, 3154
Full Stack Java Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Proficient in core Java concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), multithreading, and exception handling.Strong understanding of Java fundamentals, such as collections, generics, and IO.Expertise in...
Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
In the ever-evolving landscape of IT and business integration, a global leader is seeking an experienced IT Business Partner with Solution Architect expertise for a strategic contract role. This senior-level position is pivotal in bridging the gap between IT and...
Full Stack Java Developer (Expert) 3153, 3154 – Gauteng Pretoria
Full Stack Java Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Proficient in core Java concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), multithreading, and exception handling.Strong understanding of Java fundamentals, such as collections, generics, and IO.Expertise in...
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