Strategic priorities for CEOs amid global, local turbulence
There is an urgent need for adaptive leadership and proactive strategies in response to emerging market trends across talent, technology, and geopolitics. This is according to the latest report from management consultants Oliver Wyman titled “CEO Agenda 2025”, based...
To remain relevant, SA needs to build resilience
Kathy Gibson reports - With the world economy faltering in the face of tariff uncertainty, and global supply chains under intense pressure, it’s important for us to become more resilient as a country. This is the word from BCX CEO Jonas Bogoshi, speaking at last...
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...
Economic impact of the legal profession valued at $1,6trn
According to a report from the International Bar Association (IBA), countries that firmly uphold the rule of law experience greater socio-economic benefits from the everyday contributions of lawyers than governments that impose restrictions on legal rights. In the...
BETI up in May but future still uncertain
The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), which measures the value of all electronic interbank transactions processed by BankservAfrica, recovered further in May 2024, contributing to a positive outlook for the economy in the second quarter. However,...
Load shedding relief raises manufacturing sentiment
Confidence among local manufacturers has reached the best level in two years. This is according to the Q2 Absa Manufacturing Survey, which showed that business confidence rose 7 points to 28 during the quarter. "Over the last few years, manufacturers' confidence...
Boom period ahead for e-commerce
The global e-commerce market will reach $83,26-trillion by 2030 with a CAGR of 18,9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. The market has grown substantially due to the increasing popularity of omnichannel retailing in which companies...
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S/4 HANA migration: why making the right choice early is important
For many chief financial officers (CFOs), deciding when and how to implement SAP S/4 HANA could be the most significant technology investment choice of their career. It's a big deal, writes Kevin Govender, Deloitte Africa ERP director. With the emergence of SAP S/4...
The impact of data deflation on fibre for business
With South Africa joining many other countries around the world shutting down in efforts to combat the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, the focus will turn to digital solutions to help people get on with their daily lives as best as possible. By Jacques du Toit, CEO...
Securing the remote workforce
For many organisations, the need to suddenly enable a remote workforce at scale has overtaken long-term plans they may have had to gradually extend remote work capacity. By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional sales director at Fortinet In a such context, time is of the...
Remote work: keep your assets secure, scam-free and insured
Companies that are allowing staff to work from home during the coming lockdown need to make sure you're prepared for the increased cybersecurity risks associated with the move. This includes taking steps to not only ensure the physical security of company devices that...
Mining’s digital transformation must recognise cyber risks
Against the backdrop of a slowed economy and an increasingly volatile market, digital transformation in mining companies has become a business imperative to drive efficiencies, optimise competitiveness and reduce risks associated with human error. This shift, which...
Telkom pledges R15m in battle against Covid-19
Telkom has pledged R15-million to bolster South Africa's primary healthcare efforts in the battle against Covid-19. Making the announcement, Telkom Group Chief Executive, Sipho Maseko said the funds will be used to support healthcare workers who are at the frontline...
Vuma helps to ease remote working
Vumatel, together with its participating ISP partners, will be upgrading the line speeds of its existing users on the network at no additional cost, with effect 1 April 2020 until the end of May 2020, to help enable remote working, additional streaming and educational...
Fortinet’s adds new partner programme
Fortinet has introduced its new Fortinet Engage partner programme that provides partners with specialisations focused on growing markets, including SD-WAN and cloud, customised support and engagement flexibility to accelerate their business growth and expansion....
MTN SA hopes to ease Covid-19 disruption
MTN has implemented a number of measures to minimise disruptions from Covid-19 for communities, businesses, schoolchildren and families across South Africa. MTN has amplified its monitoring of critical infrastructure to ensure the maximum network availability for all...
ACSA implements travel restrictions
Airports Company South Africa has, together with other relevant aviation authorities, implemented air travel restrictions as detailed by the Minister of Transport in the International Air Services (Covid-19 Restrictions on The Movement Of Air Travel) Regulations,...
Lead Python Backend Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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Intermediate Software Developer (Java) (CH1070)
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Real Time Analyst at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
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We are seeking a highly motivated Lead Python Backend Engineer with a strong understanding of serverless architecture to join our growing team. Reporting to the Product Owner and Chapter Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing scalable...
Intermediate Software Developer (Java) (CH1070) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
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Senior BI Data Analyst at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Collecting and analyzing data from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and correlations that will support business growth Creating and maintaining reports and central dashboards to support...
Senior Python Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Python Backend Engineer with a strong understanding of serverless architecture to join our growing team. Reporting to the Product Owner and Chapter Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing scalable...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1800
Full Stack Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Profound knowledge and expert-level experience in Java and Angular and related technologiesStrong expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+)Experience with RESTful services and APIsProficient understanding...
Senior BI Data Analyst at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
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Senior Python Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Python Backend Engineer with a strong understanding of serverless architecture to join our growing team. Reporting to the Product Owner and Chapter Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing scalable...
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