Consumer spend slows despite economic recovery
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These are the top industries taking SA talent to the US
The presence of South Africans in the US has increased from over 75 000 to at least 133 359 migrants over the past 10 years, according to the US Census Bureau – with skilled, experienced, and high-qualified professionals in key fields being offered everything from...
AI in manufacturing set for take-off
The global artificial intelligence in manufacturing market is anticipated to reach $47,88-billion by 2030 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 44,2% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The substantial driver propelling...
What’s in store for smart homes in 2024?
South Africans are increasingly adopting smart home solutions that not only improve convenience and security but also decrease energy consumption and contribute to cost savings. This is according to Dr Andrew Dickson, engineering executive at CBI-electric: low...
CFOs under fire as EBITDA margins shrink
By 2027, weak demand and rising costs will shrink earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) margins by more than 30% relative to 2022, according to Gartner. Most corporations will find it tougher to attain growth through 2026 as elevated...
Flexible payments, cloud drive B2B e-commerce growth
The global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce market size is projected to reach $57,57-trillion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 18,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. Businesses are advocating for more efficient purchase processes...
B2C c-commerce market to hit $17,77trn by 2023
The global B2C e-commerce market size is projected to reach $17,77-trillion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 19,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. Within the business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce market landscape, the diversification...
SMEs are under attack
South Africa ranks as the sixth most targeted country for cyberattacks, resulting in an estimated annual cost of R2,2-billion to the economy. And, despite the view held by many of the country's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that their ventures are too...
Learners urged to unleash their creativity
Samsung South Africa is calling all learners in grade 10 and 11 from public schools in underserved communities to unleash the spark of innovation within them. The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition is the perfect platform for learners to display their scientific...
Early detection improves results for childhood cancer
The National Department of Health (NDoH) urges health care workers and communities to be aware of the SILUAN warning signs for childhood cancer. This will allow for early detection and effective management of childhood cancers which will result in better outcomes....
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Vox ramps up Microsoft offerings
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Secure enterprise mobility in the insurance sector
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Fidelity ADT embraces geospatial intelligence
Fidelity ADT has partnered with mapIT (previously TomTom South Africa) for the provision of geospatially enriched on-board devices for its fleet of close to 1 000 reaction service vehicles. The technology will improve customer service and mitigate safety risks to...
Newly-ndependent SUSE positioned to deliver open innovation
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Yodiwo, Cold Tech Marketing in strategic IoT partnership
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Mid-Senior C# Full Stack Developer (Stellenbosch Hybrid)
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Data Scientist – Remote Remote
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Project Manager at Milkor
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Project Manager (Electrical / Construction) – Western Cape Epping Industrial
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