Digitalisation, automation key to boosting air cargo efficiency
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is driving forward the agenda of digitalisation and automation in air cargo, calling for streamlined trade processes and smarter infrastructure to enhance global efficiency and competitiveness. This is the word from ACSA CEO Mpumi...
Data centre construction market to hit $456,5bn by 2030
The global data centre construction market size is anticipated to reach $456,5-billion in 2030 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 11,8% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market growth is fueled by the increasing demand for...
Intel Granulate in Databricks partnership
Intel Granulate, Intel's flagship software performance offering, has announced a new collaboration with Databricks to merge Intel Granulate's autonomous, continuous optimisation solutions with Databricks' robust Data Intelligence Platform under the Databricks Partner...
Smart streetlights market beaming
The installed base of smart streetlights amounted to 23-million globally at the end of 2022, according to a new research report from IoT analysts, Berg Insight. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22,7%, the installed base will reach 63,8-million by the...
Manufacturing sentiment improved in a tough Q4
Confidence in the manufacturing sector has improved slightly to 26 points – the highest level seen in 2023, as shown by the Q4 Absa Manufacturing Survey. Although trading conditions remained tough, manufacturers noted an overall improvement in business conditions (up...
All the IITPSA President’s Awards winners …
Mamela Luthuli, founder and CEO of Take Note IT, has been named South Africa’s IT Personality of the year at the Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) President’s Awards 2023. AI expert Professor Mark Nasila, chief data and analytics...
Global connectivity improves, but Africa still fares poorly
Steady but uneven progress in global Internet connectivity highlights the disparities of the digital divide and is leaving people in low-income countries behind, according to the International Telecommunication Union's (ITU) Facts and Figures 2023. Analysis on...
Wits researchers pioneer a new way of searching for Dark Matter
The existence of Dark Matter is a long-standing puzzle in our universe. Dark Matter makes up about a quarter of our universe, yet it does not interact significantly with ordinary matter. The existence of Dark Matter has been confirmed by a series of astrophysical and...
Investing in, integrating GenAI can advance applications, products
The rise of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has spurred a debate on its risks and benefits among companies. Simultaneously, a wave of adoption is observed, with companies delving into advanced language models like ChatGPT. As discussions around...
$13,5trn needed to fast-track decarbonisation in key industries
Transitioning to a more sustainable and carbon-neutral future, $13,5-trillion in investments will be needed by 2050, particularly in the production, energy and transport sectors, according to a new World Economic Forum report. The Net-Zero Industry Tracker 2023,...
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Oracle, LinkedIn improve candidate and employee experience
Oracle and LinkedIn are working together to help HR professionals meet the shifting demands of the talent economy. A series of new integrations between Oracle's Human Capital Management Cloud (Oracle HCM Cloud) and Taleo Enterprise Edition, and LinkedIn, will help HR...
Spotify celebrates a decade of discovery
October 2018 marks 10 years since Spotify officially launched its music streaming platform to fans. To celebrate this milestone, Spotify is taking a decade-long look at some of the biggest discoveries in music, as told through the lens of Spotify, via artists and fan...
Paratus rolls out new TD-LTE network
Paratus has started rolling out its TD-LTE network in parallel to its current WiMAX network. TD-LTE technology provides better spectral efficiency, higher speed throughput as well as better radio coverage than that of WiMAX. Paratus rolled out WiMAX technology in 2007...
E4 signs up Khutsoane
Digitalisation expert e4 has appointed Masego Khutsoane, as its new divisional head of financial services. Khutsoane joins e4 with a wealth of experience having held senior positions within the JSE, Absa, Woolworths Financial Services and Nedbank. Khutsoane holds a...
In gig economy, workforce performance visibility is key
A global study conducted by Oxford Economics found that 44% of total workforce spend is allocated to organisations' external workforce, with 65% saying it's important or very important to operating at full capacity and meeting market demands. By Akhona Bam, senior...
Nokia debuts fixed access network solution
Nokia today launched its fully open and programmable fixed access network slicing solution. Delivering more than service level slicing, the solution enables operators to scale to a virtually unlimited number of discrete network slices that can be independently...
Networking practices to avoid
While there is no denying the importance of networking in the modern business environment, it is important to note that not all networking is the same. ManpowerGroup South Africa's MD Lyndy van den Barselaar recommends five networking practices you should leave at the...
The growth of cloud-based ERP
Worldwide revenue in cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is expected to top $28-billion in 2022 (up from an estimated $17,6-billion in 2016). By Chris Willemse, CEO of DAC Systems This reflects the declining of initial concerns around the merits of...
Altron Bytes Managed Solutions adds digital security access
Altron Bytes Managed Solutions (Altron BMS) has partnered with Nasdaq listed MicroStrategy, to provide a digital security access solution that addresses enterprise security threats. MicroStrategy is a worldwide leader in enterprise analytics and mobile software. "With...
The game has changed
Tens of thousands of gaming, comic and geek culture fans converged on the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg this weekend for Rage 2018. South Africa's biggest annual video gaming, computer, technology and geek culture exhibition, it was also the place to meet Bravado...
IT Desktop Support Technician – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Role: IT Desktop Support Technician – Remote with occasional travel to clientsLocation: Remote - DurbanJoin a well-established IT Managed Services company with a stellar 30-year track record of success, now on an exciting growth trajectory! Seeking an energetic Desk...
Junior IT Support (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:An AgriTech company is seeking an IT Technician to provide internal technical support and handle hardware assembly, packaging, and preparation. The role involves tasks like basic networking configuration, diagnostics, and maintenance. Candidates should...
Software Engineer (Card Payments and EMV)
Permanent. Hybrid (One day per week in office). To monitor, maintain and enhance the company's EMV Capabilities within the Card & Payments Technology & Operations Ecosystem as governed and regulated by EMVCO (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, JCB and...
Senior React Developer (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:A passionate Senior React Developer with at least 5 years Frontend experience is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications. You will design, build & maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using React and modern Frontend...
Senior Software Developer Node.js
Our client has an opportunity for an innovative and skilled Senior Software Developer-Node.js. The person will work with our high performing teams of technology experts to develop software in an agile environment. As a Senior Software Developer-Node.js specializing in...
IT Architect
The role of IT Architect – Applications, Technology and Security is responsible for the strategic applications, technology and security transformation within the organization and overseeing critical deliverables; such as application catalogue, rationalization, robust...
IT DevOps Engineer
Fully remote position or in office. The position reports to the DevOps Engineering Manager Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Terraform to manage Cloud Infrastructure, Chef to manage virtual serversBuilding and deploying systems for metrics, monitoring, and...
Database Administrator at C-Pact Enterprise
Responsibilities: Manage database tasks such as design, troubleshooting, and replication.Ensure smooth operation and performance of databases.Maintain accuracy and consistency across all databases.Create product codes, descriptions, and allocate barcodes.Compile...
Junior IT Support (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:An AgriTech company is seeking an IT Technician to provide internal technical support and handle hardware assembly, packaging, and preparation. The role involves tasks like basic networking configuration, diagnostics, and maintenance. Candidates should...
Software Engineer (Card Payments and EMV) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Permanent. Hybrid (One day per week in office). To monitor, maintain and enhance the company's EMV Capabilities within the Card & Payments Technology & Operations Ecosystem as governed and regulated by EMVCO (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, JCB and...
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