Huawei goes green for smart warehouse
Kathy Gibson reports - Huawei has officially opened a green intelligent warehouse in Johannesburg – the first of its kind in Africa. Will Meng, CEO of Huawei South Africa, explains that the smart warehouse, equipped with green power, is the central hub for Huawei in...
US blocks Nvidia AI chip sales in China
The US government has blocked Nvidia from selling some of its artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China – including a chip it engineering specifically to comply with a previous US injunction against providing top-end chips to China. In a new move believing to be...
Tech industry boosts climate commitment
Members of the global tech sector have committed to increase action to help solve the climate crisis through Green Digital Action at COP28 in Dubai. The commitments from tech companies and governments - including mitigation and adaptation efforts - came at the first...
WiFi predictions for 2024
The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) has released its Annual Industry Report 2024, outlining 10 predictions for 2024 and beyond that are expected to change the way wireless technology is used by communities and businesses across the world, including improved...
Security threats consumers should look out for in 2024
Predictions from the Kaspersky Security Bulletin (KSB) point to a diverse array of challenges, where cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging both trending topics and advanced technologies. * Increased charity scams - According to the UN, 2023 experienced the...
Hardcopy peripherals shipments dip in Q3
The global hardcopy peripherals market recorded 19.5 million units shipped in the third quarter of 2023 (3Q23), down 7,9% compared to the third quarter of 2022. The decline was caused by sluggish consumer demand and a pessimistic economic outlook, according to new...
MD cuts tenure at SITA short
Just nine months into his five-year contract as MD of the State IT Agency (SITA), Dr Bongani Mabaso is stepping down. Dr Mabaso joined Sita on 1 April 2023, on a fixed-term contract for five years. In a statement today (8 December), SITA says he has decided to pursue...
Global perma-crisis drastically impacts employee wellbeing
The global perma-crisis is expected to continue taking its toll in 2024, as extreme weather events continue to impact organisations and global instability deepens. The situation is giving rise to concerning levels of employee burnout. According to the latest...
Sustainability culture lacking, say employees
Only 16% of employees say their organisation currently has the knowledge, mindset, and behaviours needed for a strong culture of sustainability, says Gartner, adding that this is despite 67% of employees rating sustainability-related issues as highly important. A June...
Enterprises can’t get enough SASE as spend soars
The overall Q3 2023 SASE market - consisting of SD-WAN and SSE (security service edge) solutions - grew a vigorous 33% revenue to $2,2-billion, which set a new record, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group. The SSE and SD-WAN portions of the SASE market have...
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Develop your career while on vacation
When it comes to vacations, many employees simply aren't taking their fair share. This is a mistake. Vacation doesn't just enrich your personal life, the relaxation effects recharge your batteries when you return. Lyndy van den Barselaar, MD of ManpowerGroup South...
App replaces the traditional home phone
There is a free mobile app that will replace the traditional home phone, it enables customers to manage all their home phone calls seamlessly on their mobile phones. FreshPHONE has no setup costs or monthly line and rental fees and one pays less for calls. There are...
Altron’s Netstar wins at TT100
The Technology Top 100 Business Innovation Awards has announced that Netstar, a subsidiary of JSE-listed Altron, has received the prestigious 2018 Minister of Science and Technology's top award for overall excellence for large enterprises, in addition to three other...
It’s official: Engelbrecht is Kyocera SA’s GM
Werner Engelbrecht is officially Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa's (KDZA's) new GM. Engelbrecht has been interim GM since March 2018, in addition to his role as chief financial officer. He has worked at KDZA since 2006, bringing his background as a chartered...
Beware cyber scammers on Black Friday
With 'Black Friday' just around the corner, this year on 23 November, South Africans are preparing once again to embrace and make this popular American shopping day their own, where retailers offer massive discounts for both online as well as bricks-and-mortar...
Black Friday: don’t be a victim
The Black Friday sale tradition is gaining momentum in South Africa, with leading retailers promising significant discounts. For many consumers, the discounts will prove too tempting for caution as they happily part with their personal information and hand over their...
Black Friday safety advice
If you are getting ready to hunt for online deals this Black Friday, here are a few tips that will help you keep attackers away from your hard-earned money, says Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO at ESET South Africa Use a safe connection Not every internet connection is...
The changing world of data protection
Businesses have never before been so accountable for the use, storing and handling of data. As highlighted by the Cambridge Analytica data misuse scandal, there is in intense focus currently on data privacy, data security and the responsibility of protecting one's...
Black Friday shopping spree to lift local e-commerce
South Africa's e-commerce will once again get a major boost on Black Friday and Cyber Monday as consumers are increasingly becoming aware of the convenience of online shopping to avoid the long queues, says FNB. Last year, FNB processed an average of over 800 000 card...
Star Wars fans battle in one-on-one multi-player mode
Now Star Wars fans can have lightsaber battles against each other in local multiplayer mode, the newest feature expansion for the smartphone-powered augmented reality (AR) experience from Lenovo and Disney. The feature update, titled Lightsaber Versus Mode, is the...
Business Analyst: Commercial (Finance) at RCL – Gauteng Pretoria West
RCL FOODS is one of South Africa's leading food manufacturers, producing a broad basket of branded and private label food products in multiple categories, from household staples to value-added and speciality offerings. We have a powerful Purpose and Vision which act...
Controls Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
PURPOSE: The Controls Software Engineer plans, implements, modifies, administers, and evaluates Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software and systems for the organisation's telescope. While being part of the organisation's Computing and Software team, they work...
Web Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
My client, based in Sandton is seeking a talented and motivated Web Developer to join their well-established, but growing company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for full stack, but focused on front-end development. Reporting to the Web Development Team...
Data Analyst at Carrick – Western Cape Century City
You will play a crucial role in interpreting data to provide actionable insights. Responsible for processing,analysing and collecting data from various sources. You will use statistical tools to identify, analyse and interpret patterns and trends in complex data sets....
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, code, test and implement APIs and applications in multiple frameworks and stacks. Work with architecture and engineering team members to build components and APIs for the enterprise Qualifications...
Senior Project Manager
Urgently looking for a Snr Project Manager with IT Office extensive Relocation ExperienceRate- R400 p/hBryanston and Isando: In OfficeInitial 3 Month Contract with an option to extend PMP / Prince II / PMBok qualification.5 years ICT Infrastructure Transformation...
Data Engineer
Job Title: Data EngineerLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (6-month contract)Hybrid We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Engineer with expertise in Power BI to join our client on a 6-12-month contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, code, test and implement APIs and applications in multiple frameworks and stacks. Work with architecture and engineering team members to build components and APIs for the enterprise Qualifications...
Senior Project Manager – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Urgently looking for a Snr Project Manager with IT Office extensive Relocation ExperienceRate- R400 p/hBryanston and Isando: In OfficeInitial 3 Month Contract with an option to extend PMP / Prince II / PMBok qualification.5 years ICT Infrastructure Transformation...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Randburg
Job Title: Data EngineerLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (6-month contract)Hybrid We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Engineer with expertise in Power BI to join our client on a 6-12-month contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible...
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