Services help customers gain AI value
Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila Transcend in Sun City – AI is no longer an option for companies. Those that adopt it faster and better and smarter than others, and do it in the right way, are the companies that will succeed. This is according to Stefan Steinle,...
The future of banking is intelligent – but riskier than ever
As financial institutions worldwide confront intensifying economic volatility, explosive tech acceleration, and the rise of digital rivals they face an existential squeeze - and they must act now or risk irrelevance in an AI-accelerated future, warns new research on...
Mzansi citizens urged to give an hour for Earth
WWF South Africa wants all South Africans to come together for this year's Earth Hour celebration - and, no, it doesn't involve turning off the lights. Over the years, Earth Hour has shone the spotlight on issues of climate change, nature loss and the interrelated...
Innovation and collaboration needed to avert a water crisis
South Africa is facing the prospect of a critical water crisis that threatens the nation's social, economic, and environmental well-being. By Poovandran Pillay, executive at Nedbank CSI The challenges are multifaceted, stemming from a combination of factors such as...
We need to see droughts and floods as two sides of the same coin
Climate change policymakers should be addressing droughts and floods as two sides of the same coin, rather than separate phenomena. By Karen King, climate resilience director, and Pepijn van Ravesteyn, climate resilience specialist at Royal HaskoningDHV As changes to...
WaterWeek highlights urgency for water resiliency interventions
South Africa's National Water Week (20-26 March), and World Water Day (22 March), coincide this year with uproar in Johannesburg as large swathes of the city have been facing recurrent water outages or low supply - not for days, but for months. The challenges that...
SA unveils infrastructure plans
South Africa's latest infrastructure developments and investment opportunities were unpacked by a high-level panel of government stakeholders at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa in Cape Town earlier this week. "Infrastructure...
Retailers embrace GenAI – but lack of data strategy is a problem
Global retailers are quickly adopting generative AI to personalise and improve in-store and online shopping experiences - but nearly half of the 1 300 retailers surveyed by Salesforce and the Retail AI Council are struggling to make their data accessible. And just 42%...
SA leads Africa’s solar boom
Kathy Gibson reports from Huawei SolarFusion Partner Summit - Africa is on the brink of a real solar boom. John van Zuylen, CEO of the Africa Solar Industry Association (AFSIA), explains that solar is growing exponentially. After years of lacklustre solar photovoltaic...
Solar drives up residential fire risk
Kathy Gibson reports from Huawei FusionSolar Partner Summit - The power situation in South Africa is driving people to install solar systems - but they could be putting their homes and families at risk. "Every fourth structural fire in Johannesburg we receive a call...
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Globalstar satellites redefine connectivity boundaries in Industrial IoT
According to IDC's new IoT spending guide, Internet of Things (IoT) solutions will be primarily driven by the manufacturing, process manufacturing and transportation industries, accounting for nearly a third of total worldwide spend by 2023. In industry, IoT has...
Takealot, Superbalist plan annual shopping bonanza
The Takealot Group is planning what it believes to be a first-of-its-kind shopping event in South Africa. The Ultimate Checkout Sale is the Takealot Group's beginnings of creating a South African version of an annual shopping event akin to those already established in...
BT elevates Schindler’s network
BT has signed a contract with Schindler, one of the world's leading providers of elevators, escalators and moving walkways, as well as maintenance and modernisation services. BT will provide Schindler with a reliable and secure network and voice solution connecting...
Simplifying IT with HCI solutions
Hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI), a software-defined IT environment that virtualises all of the elements of the conventional data center, such as storage, networking and compute, is soaring in popularity among organisations and industries around the world. "There...
Clarifying ‘next-generation’ security
In order to combat the rising sophistication of security threats, a holistic approach to the different aspects of next-generation security remains critical for today's business. This is according to Stefan van de Giessen, general manager: cyber security at Networks...
Granadilla’s app-based insurance helps users save
July is savings month and, while tightening the belt on areas where one could spend less will set you in good stead, it is also a good time to reassess your insurance costs. What exactly are you paying and what are you paying for? Insurance is an expense that should...
Benefits of a cashless stadium
Digital payment is undoubtedly the most dynamic sector in financial services today. With an estimated 2,1-billion consumers already familiar with digital wallet transactions; the use of digital payments is rapidly changing how the world does business. And not only...
The evolution of career management: from ‘job for life’ to ‘career for me’
In the past, workers were more than willing to trade autonomy for job stability. Staying with one company for life and building skills while progressing through the ranks was the dream - capped off with the proverbial gold watch after 50 years of loyal service. Then...
The importance of being human in the digital age
Businesses embarking on a digital transformation journey must ensure that they remain cognisant of the human element within this process - how people react to new technologies, for instance, and their fears of being replaced by a machine - or they will will be doomed...
Amazon beats Google in the e-retail search
When thinking 'search', you'd be forgiven for assuming that Google leads the pack. A global study has shown that consumers begin their retail related searches on Amazon first (46%) followed by Google searches (34%). By Michael King: head of Reprise Digital South...
Senior React Native Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
One of our clients who is the leading supplier of intelligent security solutions to security companies across Sub-Saharan Africa is looking for a Senior React Native Developer. Key Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of development.Degree in Computer Science,...
Java Developer (Zimbra) – 6 month contract
Overview:We're seeking an experienced Java Developer to contract for our team for a highly focused 6 month project, in order enhance our product suite by developing custom extensions and Zimlets for Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS). This role requires expertise in...
Mid-Level C#.Net Developer (JHB Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:THE talents of a dedicated and deadline-driven Mid-Level C#.Net Developer is required by a Joburg-based Marketing & Media Solutions Provider to join its team. Your core role will entail developing new products and features while maintaining existing...
Data Analyst
Perform professional duties related to the review and interpretation of business data and guide processes to focus on the effective use of people, data & technology. Translate departments' business requirements into system deployments and identify business process...
Senior C# Developer
Leading employer in the telecommunications industry is looking to appoint a Senior C# Developer to join their awesome team. You will need a completed qualification and proven experience (4years minimum) writing back end software using C, C#, .NET Core, .NEt6/7 and...
Java Developer (Zimbra) – 6 month contract – Gauteng Johannesburg
Overview:We're seeking an experienced Java Developer to contract for our team for a highly focused 6 month project, in order enhance our product suite by developing custom extensions and Zimlets for Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS). This role requires expertise in...
Mid-Level C#.Net Developer (JHB Remote) – Gauteng Randburg
ENVIRONMENT:THE talents of a dedicated and deadline-driven Mid-Level C#.Net Developer is required by a Joburg-based Marketing & Media Solutions Provider to join its team. Your core role will entail developing new products and features while maintaining existing...
Data Analyst – Remote Remote
Perform professional duties related to the review and interpretation of business data and guide processes to focus on the effective use of people, data & technology. Translate departments' business requirements into system deployments and identify business process...
Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Randburg
Leading employer in the telecommunications industry is looking to appoint a Senior C# Developer to join their awesome team. You will need a completed qualification and proven experience (4years minimum) writing back end software using C, C#, .NET Core, .NEt6/7 and...
Project Manager at Red Fox Create
Reports to: Head of operations Position overview The project manager will play a key role in ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with the specific project requirements. This individual will work closely with 3D designers,...
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