Quantum developments raise privacy, security concerns
Microsoft's recent announcement of the Majorana 1 quantum chip marks a significant milestone in the evolution of quantum computing, bringing us closer to realising quantum computers capable of performing complex computations at unprecedented speeds. While this...
Jury is out on how banks benefit from GenAI
Despite the growing adoption of GenAI technology in the banking industry, banks and financial institutions are split when it comes to outcome-based strategies. According to NTT Data’s “Intelligent banking in the Age of AI” research report, only half of banks (50%) see...
Isaac Mophatlane joins Mustek board
Isaac Mophatlane has been appointed as an independent non-executive director of Mustek, effective 1 September 2023. Mophatlane started his career at Software Connexion and became the youngest director on the board of a listed company. Together with his late brother,...
India pioneers south pole Moon landing
India’s Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft has successfully landed at the south pole of the moon. Following the soft landing, it will release a rover to explore the Moon’s surface, and conduct various experiments. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) explains that...
Relief for households as July brings salaries uptick
The average salary performed better in the latest BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI) for July 2023, providing welcomed relief for South African income earners. "The average nominal take-home pay in July was R15 503, notably higher than the R14 169 in June and...
Unmanaged consumer debt affects us all
As inflation and the cost of living continue to rise, a growing number of households in South Africa are struggling to meet their financial obligations. In many instances, despite various avenues available to the consumer to seek assistance, households avoid it,...
SA at serious risk of catastrophic Internet disruption
In an era driven by digital connectivity, the recent events involving the unprecedented damage to three of South Africa's major west coast undersea Internet cables have thrust the country into a precarious position. By Paul Colmer, exco member at Wireless Access...
People key to digital transformation success
The business landscape across South Africa, the wider African continent, and globally, is experiencing a seismic shift where technology continues to permeate every aspect of our lives. Our world is becoming increasingly fast-paced and interconnected - a trend that is...
Job-seekers want flexibility, balance and money
At least half (50%) of job-seekers accepted a job offer over a 12-month period but backed out prior to starting. According to a Gartner survey of nearly 3 500 candidates in May 2023, more than one-third (35%) of candidates reported they received four or more offers...
Consumers reveal varied reading preferences
In the blended world of paper and digital media, consumers have varied preferences for what they receive electronically or in "hard copy". This was brought to light in the Two Sides Trend Tracker survey, a biennial survey into consumer preferences and perceptions of...
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According to Big Data Quarterly, cloud computing is fast becoming the solution of choice for data environments. South Africa is no different, and the increasing adoption of cloud technology is rapidly changing the way we manage data environments and the skills...
Geolocation marketing for symbiotic relationships
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Digital disruption and the healthcare challenge
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Digital solutions debut at SA schools
Nedbank has launched a range of innovative digital offerings aimed specifically at easing the administrative burden at South African schools, helping schools become more efficient and enhancing the education outcomes of learners. According to Mark Rose, head of new...
New tool puts customers in the centre
Standard Bank has rolled out a new online tool to assist merchants countrywide to change the paradigm of customer interaction. The bank completed a highly successful pilot phase of its new online dashboard tool CustomerView across 12 clients in October and November...
Paid internships key to job creation
South Africa's youth have a lot to celebrate following the recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) and Budget Speech. In his maiden SONA, President Cyril Ramaphosa repeatedly emphasised that job creation would be at the centre of the 2018 national agenda. Minister...
5G, the Winter Olympics and your venue
The use of the world's first 5G network at the 2018 Winter Olympics generated excitement amongst those in the industry - and it's easy to see why, writes Pieter Engelbrecht, business unit manager for HPE Aruba. As a user, our expectations for instant, seamless...
Acting group CFO for Altron
Allied Electronics Corporation Limited (Altron) today announced that it has appointed Tim Jacobs as its acting group CFO with effect from 1 March 2018. Altron Group Chief Executive Mteto Nyati says: "Our search for a permanent Group CFO is underway and I wish to...
Fujitsu offers SAP/HANA conversions
Fujitsu has launched of the SAP S/4HANA Conversion Service, which offers support for migration from existing SAP ERP systems to SAP S/4HANA, SAP's next-generation ERP system. Targeting customers migrating from an existing SAP ERP system to SAP S/4HANA, this service...
Volvo Cars launches start-up investment fund
Volvo Cars has launched a new investment fund aimed at investing in high potential technology start-ups around the globe. The aim of the Volvo Cars Tech Fund is to invest in strategic technology trends that are transforming the industry, such as artificial...
Junior Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
This global manufacturing company is a market leader in its industry, providing solutions to the mining industry.The client is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong sales acumen in the mining industry. The primary responsibility is managing the...
IT Developer: Applications
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a IT Developer: Applications. The role of IT Developer - Applications is responsible for the development and coding of business applications.Minimum Education and Experience:National Diploma in IT or equivalent3 - 5...
Systems Engineer IT
Systems EngineerClaremont, Cape TownPermanent - salary negotiable Elevate your career in systems engineering - be the backbone of robust IT infrastructure! Is this you?You're a proactive and detail-oriented Systems Engineer with a knack for designing and maintaining...
IT Developer: Applications – Gauteng Pretoria
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a IT Developer: Applications. The role of IT Developer - Applications is responsible for the development and coding of business applications.Minimum Education and Experience:National Diploma in IT or equivalent3 - 5...
Systems Engineer IT – Western Cape Claremont
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Business Analyst
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Business Analyst. To identify, document and interpret high level business requirements as well as understand and interpret business impact to determine how requirements can be translated into useable solutions and...
SQL Report Writer at Dananda Talent
JOB PURPOSE We are looking for an experienced MS SQL Report Writer to work within the BPO Support team. The successful candidate will responsible for provide solutions to business challenges and support current business processes and systems within the SOX Group....
Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Business Analyst. To identify, document and interpret high level business requirements as well as understand and interpret business impact to determine how requirements can be translated into useable solutions and...
SQL Report Writer at Dananda Talent – Gauteng Johannesburg
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