Consistent communication helps compliance leaders to manage risks
Third-party risk management (TPRM) is compromised in many organisations because those holding the relationship with the third-party (relationship owners) don’t escalate red flags to compliance teams reliably, according to Gartner. Relationship owners are most often...
Cyber immunity key to foiling cybercrime
Kaspersky has revealed findings from its latest research, stating that 73% of cybersecurity professionals in South Africa regard cyber immunity as an effective strategy for minimising the capabilities of cybercriminals to penetrate networks and compromise systems....
Digital skills thought to be key to better pay
According to a recent Kaspersky survey, over half of employees surveyed in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region feel the lack of digital skills when working on computers and other digital equipment. If they had better digital skills, employees think they...
Large language model market heading for $35bn
The global large language model market size is anticipated to reach $35,43-billion by 2030 and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 35,9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing demand for Natural Language Processing (NLP)...
X shares the most data with third parties
In a revealing study of 100 popular apps, new research from Surfshark highlights that X (Twitter) shares data with third parties the most, while Facebook and Instagram collect significant amounts of user data. Out of the 10 social media and messaging apps analysed,...
Cisco, OECD launch digital wellbeing research initiative
Cisco has signed a research collaboration with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) that aims to help promote a responsible use of technology as well as fairness, inclusion and equitable access in a global digital economy. Cisco and the...
What 2024 has in store for crypto
Bitcoin saw in 2024 on a high note, touching a 21-month peak and the approval of spot exchange traded funds (ETFs) for Bitcoin. "Bitcoin ETFs are significant as they open the way for greater institutional investment and adoption. The first licences for crypto asset...
Africa under the spotlight in Vodafone, Microsoft partnership
Vodafone and Microsoft have announced a new 10-year strategic partnership that leverages their respective strengths in offering scaled digital platforms to more than 300-million businesses, public sector organisations, and consumers across Europe and Africa. The...
Critical infrastructure blackouts top SA business risk for 2024
Cyber incidents such as ransomware attacks, data breaches, and IT disruptions are the biggest worry for companies globally in 2024, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer. The closely interlinked peril of Business interruption ranks second. Natural catastrophes (up...
Shared cloud infrastructure spend drives overall growth
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Enterprise Infrastructure Tracker: Buyer and Cloud Deployment, spending on compute and storage infrastructure products for cloud deployments, including dedicated and shared IT environments,...
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AI-based operations engine simplifies managed services
The Ericsson Operations Engine directly and proactively addresses service providers' managed services complexity challenges as the industry moves to the reality of 5G and IoT. The Ericsson Operations Engine has three building blocks: * Service-centric business model...
Into the cloud in seven steps
The future belongs to the hybrid and multi-cloud. But with the rapid proliferation of cloud instances, services and providers, enterprises are suffering from cloud sprawl. By Peter Wüst, senior director: cloud infrastructure and cloud data services EMEA at NetApp In...
DVT gets new Gauteng home
Software development and testing company DVT, along with the Dynamic Technologies group companies, has relocated to new offices in Rosebank to accommodate the expansion of the organisation. The premises, Dynamic Tech House, comprises a total space of 5 000 m²...
Is your business getting its priorities right?
If 77% of cyberattacks happen through apps, why do companies spend 90% of their security budget securing the perimeter of their systems? F5 Networks revealed this statistic back in 2016, and yet businesses don't seem to have changed their spending priorities. By...
Tech made easy for SMEs
Small business owners have more than enough to worry about than managing their IT systems. However, to be competitive in today's high tech business environment, it is crucial that they choose the right IT solutions. Cloudbox has an 'All-in-One' IT solution for small...
New head for SAP’s Central Africa region
SAP Africa has announced the appointment of the MD for a newly-formed Central African region. SAP veteran and respected business leader Pedro Guerreiro, who was appointed as managing director for Lusophone Africa in 2015 and West Africa in 2017, will lead the...
Reatile buys into Prgama
Investment holding company the Reatile Group, an, has acquired a 37,54% stake in enterprise asset and facilities management company Pragma. "I've been involved with Pragma for a while, and I've known Reatile for much longer. I believe it's a great move forward for...
Live chat not well used by SA’s etailers
ChatMarshal.com, an outsource live chat and chatbot agency has researched 1 000 online shops and e-commerce web sites in South Africa and found that 98% of consumer-facing websites don't use live chat, even when the benefits are obvious. David Marshall, founder and...
Smart Integration is an EcoXpert
Smart Integration, a wholly-owned Ulwembu Business Services organisation, has been named as one of only two local Schneider Electric EcoXpert partners to achieve a hotel automation specialisation. The accreditation allows Smart Integration to provide South African...
Veritas solidifies AWS Partner Network status
Veritas Technologies has announced that its flagship products, Veritas NetBackup and Veritas Backup Exec, have attained Amazon Web Services (AWS) Storage Competency status, reaffirming Veritas as an AWS Partner Network (APN) Advanced Technology Partner offering...
Mainframe IDMS Database Administrator – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Mainframe IDMS Database Administrator (DBA) to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract...
Intermediate -Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking experienced and motivated C# Developers to join their team. You will focus on building microservices that leverage gRPC for efficient communication and deploying them within a Kubernetes (k8s) cluster. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in...
Technical Specialist at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:This award winning global SAAS software company is growing at a rapid rate. This is a new position to facilitate the customer demand. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering...
Senior Back End Developer (LM)
Development and maintenance on platform/application. Review and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System owner. Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements. Preparation of...
PROJECT MANAGER
To be responsible for coordinating people and resources to execute and deliver projects within a specified timeline. Desired Skills: Project Planning Budget Management Quality Assurance Project plan Project resources Risk Management Time Management Desired Work...
Project Manager – Gauteng Braamfontein
Project Manager - Water Infrastructure Projects A leading infrastructure development company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee large-scale water sector projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the installation,...
Customer Support technician – Gauteng Rivonia
To provide exceptional IT support services and guidance , ensuring clients maintain high levels of efficiency and productivity . Act a s a formal representative and brand ambassador for the company.Maintaining excellent relationships and upholding the company's...
Data Scientist (5 Year Contract – Haematology Research) – Gauteng Parktown
Main purpose of the job:To utilise analytical, statistical and programming skills to collate, harmonise, analyse and interpret large data sets and use this information to work with a team to develop data-driven solutions to health challengesLocation:Charlotte Maxeke...
Business Analyst (Expert) 2162 – Gauteng Pretoria
Business Analyst ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Solution design involving all stakeholders (Business/Developers/QA).Participate in stand-up's and meet with end users and other stakeholders and gather requirements.Analyze and implement new system requirements...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Data Engineer (Frontend)Cloud Wizards & Data Gurus - We Need You! Are you ready to rev up your career and drive innovation.We're on the hunt for a Frontend Data Engineer with a cloud-first mindset, a passion for data, and a knack for turning raw data into...
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