Is talent debt depleting your institutional knowledge?

Organisations cutting costs through workforce reduction to weather tough conditions may be trading a visible saving for an invisible liability that will cost them far more later, warns Advaita Naidoo, Africa MD at executive search firm Jack Hammer Global. “Globally,...

In 2027, AI could account for 20% of all business tech spend

In the coming year, CIOs and CISOs will face growing pressure to realise returns on their AI investments in infrastructure, security, digital sovereignty, and emerging technologies, according to Forrester’s 2027 technology and security predictions. Additionally, with...

Banks expect to hand decisions to AI – even if they can’t explain them

Banks are racing toward a future where AI no longer merely informs key credit, treasury, and risk decisions – it makes them autonomously. Yet AI governance is not keeping pace with adoption, according to new AI risk research by FT Longitude, SAS and Microsoft. Even as...

Mankind’s first journey to another star set for 2029 launch

Plans are underway for mankind’s first journey to another star – a trip that is expected to take about 80 000 years. The Fermi Explorer Mission, a nonprofit organisation, hopes to set off for Alpha Centauri by 2029. The more than 40-trillion kilometre journey is...

Uber and Harambee look to address youth unemployment

With one of the highest unemployment rates in the world, South Africa stands at a critical crossroads - because the crisis is most deeply felt by young people. Today, according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey, 58,7% of youth between the ages of 18 to 35 are...

Call for removal of cross-border trade barriers

SMEs and startups are the driving force behind South Africa's economic future, and removing barriers to international trade is crucial for their success. Cross-border payments provider Verto South Africa says local businesses should be able to compete on a level...

Mixed, extended reality to drive AR/VR headset growth

Global shipments of augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) headsets declined 67,4% year over year in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q24), according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual Reality Headset...

HR functions fail to gain business value from tech

Fewer than one-quarter of HR employees (24%) reported that their organisation's HR function is deriving the maximum value from HR technology, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 85 HR leaders in February 2024 found: * Only 35% are confident their current...

Tablets triumph in shopping conversions

Tablet conversion rates have surged to 2,7%, exceeding those of both desktops and smartphones, according to new data from Stocklytics. This unexpected finding suggests that tablets are finding a sweet spot with consumers, potentially becoming a key player in online...

Scammers use Meta infrastructure to hit Facebook business accounts

Kaspersky has discovered a new phishing scheme targeting Facebook business accounts, using legitimate Facebook infrastructure to send deceptive emails with threats of account suspension. Cybercriminals have devised a method to use authentic Facebook functions to send...

Telkom reports stronger performance, better results

Telkom has reported stronger operational performance and improved financial results for the 2024 financial year, with group revenue up 1,6% to R43 230-million. Mobile service revenue is up 6,8% to R19 026-million, with more than 20-million subscribers. Openserve's...

IBM adds GenAI to personalise Wimbledon player stories

IBM and The All England Lawn Tennis Club has a new feature for the Wimbledon digital experience that will leverage match data with generative AI (GenAI) from IBM's AI and data platform, watsonx, to keep fans updated on the world's leading players as they advance...

Acer sets up local monitor production

Acer has started producing monitors in South Africa as part of its localisation strategy. The new monitor production programme aims to significantly contribute to job creation in South Africa's technology sector. Additionally, the company recognises that providing...

Gen Z set to transform the workplace

Gen Z will make up 27% of the workforce by 2025, bringing with them a unique set of talents and insights. They are digital natives who have never known a time without the internet. They are strident regarding ethics (and they want their employer to be, too), and while...

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Logicalis, Qualys join forces on cloud-based security, compliance

International IT solutions and managed services provider Logicalis SA has signed a partnership agreement with Qualys, a provider of cloud-based security and compliance solutions. The Qualys Cloud Platform and its integrated apps help businesses simplify security...

Cybersecurity: there are consequences

There is a misplaced confidence in existing cybersecurity solutions and the beleaguered IT department that is leaving corporate doors wide open for attack. The World Wide Worx State of Enterprise Security in South Africa 2019 report found that 99% of IT departments...

How to develop the best possible CV

It was recently reported that South Africa's National Qualifications Amendment Bill is going to be signed into law imminently, and that this could mean jail time for those fabricating qualifications on their CVs. In light of this, ManpowerGroup South Africa's MD Lyndy...

What to look for in an IaaS provider

Virtualisation and the cloud have already had a major impact on compute and storage strategies, where recently we have seen infrastructure becoming more intelligent in its adaptiveness to technology innovation. Kevin Krige, cloud solutions specialist at BT in Africa...

Introducing a new way of working

The modern office is a fractured, productivity timesink. But a new approach to managing workflow, enabling both employees and technology administrators, can change this. Technology has been fantastic for today's workplace. It contributes to improvements across the...

Durban team reaches Enactus World Cup semi-finals

A team of students from the Durban University of Technology (DUT) held the South African flag high this week having reached the semi-finals and placing in the top 16 at the 2019 Enactus World Cup in California. Enactus is the world's largest experiential learning...

5G Smart Travel System goes live in Beijing

China Eastern Airlines, China Unicom Beijing and Huawei have joined up to launch a 5G smart travel service system at Beijing Daxing International Airport. The 5G smart travel service system enables an improved airport experience for passengers. 5G-enabled services,...

Tarsus, Sophos unlock channel opportunities

Tarsus Distribution has joined forces with Sophos with the aim of growing South African cybersecurity market share. The Sophos product portfolio enables organisations to secure their network as well as every endpoint connecting to their network, from servers and...

Dell Technologies unveils servers, data centre solutions

Dell Technologies is introducing a portfolio of all-new Dell EMC PowerEdge servers, new Ready Solutions for High-Performance Computing (HPC), and simplified management integrations with leading software and public cloud providers, all designed to address the demands...

Opera Mini debuts offline file sharing

The Opera Mini browser is now the first major browser with offline file sharing. Hundreds of millions of Opera Mini users can now transfer images, videos and audio files between nearby devices at super high speeds, without being limited by slow mobile networks or...

Software Test Analyst

Software Test Analyst Contract. - Hybrid Work 5+ of proven experience as a manual tester.Web Testing or API testing with experienceRun various scenario's tests to ensure it meets standards and guidelines before it can be marketed to consumers.Identify issues and run...

IT Operations (Mobile Network) (Advanced) 3185

IT Operations (Mobile Network) ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Self-motivated & proactiveITIL / IT Service Management process knowledgeSolid IT operations experience (Incident-, Change-, Problem-Management), ideally in enterprise environmentsProject management...

Intermediate Full Stack Developer (React, Node.js) (Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:Our partner is a globally acknowledged business consulting firm with expertise in enterprise resource planning, corporate performance management, business intelligence, financial and costing principles, shared services, and employee performance management....

Software Test Analyst – Gauteng Parktown

Software Test Analyst Contract. - Hybrid Work 5+ of proven experience as a manual tester.Web Testing or API testing with experienceRun various scenario's tests to ensure it meets standards and guidelines before it can be marketed to consumers.Identify issues and run...

IT Operations (Mobile Network) (Advanced) 3185 – Gauteng Pretoria

IT Operations (Mobile Network) ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Self-motivated & proactiveITIL / IT Service Management process knowledgeSolid IT operations experience (Incident-, Change-, Problem-Management), ideally in enterprise environmentsProject management...

Business Intelligence Services Lead at Famous Brands

IntroductionThe Business Intelligence (BI) Lead is responsible for the execution and delivery of BI solutions, ensuring the effective collection, transformation, and visualization of data to support business decision-making. This role focuses on the implementation,...

Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager - 8 Month ContractSenior Project Manager - 8 Month ContractSkills:Communication and Influence: Strong ability to engage stakeholders at all levels up to Executives/C-Suite.Technical and Business Acumen: Ability to adapt and learn (prior...

Software Engineer (Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Business Analyst Team Lead at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...

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