Despite perceived value, companies lag in digital workplace redesign

Eight in 10 IT decision-makers say the digital workplace is critical to successful AI-led transformation – but only 10% report fundamentally redesigning it for AI. This is among the findings from Lenovo’s sixth Work Reborn report, The AI-ready workplace, which exposes...

In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

Africa braces for tariff shocks

As the US imposes higher tariffs with global ramifications, African Development Bank Group president Dr Akinwumi Adesina has warned that these measures could trigger significant economic disruptions across Africa, affecting numerous nations and accelerating a...

Machine learning is top fraud priority in 2025

Businesses need to adopt Machine Learning (ML)-based, orchestrated fraud decisioning to combat escalating fraud losses and increasingly sophisticated attacks, according to Experian’s latest research report. "Machine Learning (ML) is the top fraud priority for...

Healthy outlook for European enterprise networking market

The European enterprise networking infrastructure market will grow 18,9% YoY in 2023, reaching a total value of $14,3-billion, according to International Data Corporation's (IDC) latest Worldwide Ethernet Switching, WLAN, and Router Trackers. Demand for enterprise...

Innovation without disruption resonates with SA enterprises

Avaya's South African customers face the same challenges in moving to the cloud, and many of them have bought into the company's phased approach. Brett Butler, country manager of Avaya South Africa, points out that many of Avaya's largest customers in the financial...

Biden issues AI Executive Order

US President Biden has issued an Executive Order to help ensure that America leads the way in seizing the promise and managing the risks of artificial intelligence (AI). The Executive Order directs the following actions:   New standards for AI safety and security...

Update on Broadcom, VMware transaction

Broadcom and VMware have announced their expectation that Broadcom's acquisition of VMware will close soon, and it will be prior to the expiration of their merger agreement. The parties have received legal merger clearance in Australia, Brazil, Canada, the European...

Most SA companies concerned about cloud security

In a local survey of 500 CTOs, Directors, C-suite respondents and business owners, Fortinet reveals that 89% of South African business leaders view cloud security as a major concern. The insights also show how businesses are focusing on overcoming significant barriers...

Microsoft partners with YES on AI skills

Microsoft South Africa has set up the YES Microsoft AI Skills Initiative, aiming to skill up 300 000 young South Africans on artificial intelligence (AI). “This partnership is transformative,” says Ravi Naidoo, CEO of Youth Employment Service. “We can use AI to drive...

AI will reshape the IT industry

International Data Corporation (IDC) has published its Top 10 predictions on the future of the IT industry and how "AI Everywhere" will affect technology decisions as organisations seek to extend their digital business efforts. This year's predictions in the IDC...

AI and the opportunity in Africa

Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) will help to level the playing field, across all industries. "We see it impacting all businesses across all solution domains," says Ayanda Ngcebetsha, chief data officer of Microsoft, opening Microsoft's AI A New Era...

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VMware helps CSPs move to 5G

Today at MWC 2018, VMware showcased how the company's portfolio of offerings are helping communications service providers (CSPs) prepare for the imminent 5G world, where the ability to quickly build and launch new services will be critical for success. CSPs are faced...

Steps to managing GDPR compliance

South African businesses should care as much about the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as they do about the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act. By Obed Lesejane, senior solutions manager: data management at SAS South Africa Even...

SA’s SuperTeachers urged to come forward

The Internet Service Providers' Association of South Africa (ISPA) and the Digital Education Institute (DEI) have issued a joint call for the country's teachers to enter the 2018 ISPA SuperTeacher of the Year Competition. Registration opens on 01 March 2018 and will...

Hisense presents latest smartphones

At MEC 2018, HiSense presented its latest smartphones: the H11 PRO, A2 PRO, H11, H11 Lite and Rock Lite models. All of them are defined by their high-quality design and have made great advances in battery life and the quality of both front and rear cameras. The...

SAP debuts Leonardo package for telcos

SAP has introduced a new industry accelerator package designed to deliver faster innovation with less risk for telecommunications companies. SAP Leonardo for Telecommunications helps companies implement next-generation business processes to identify margin risk across...

How to enable consistent service delivery

Imagine you're at a restaurant. When you arrive, there is no menu. You decide to order what you feel like, however, every time you place an order, the response back from the kitchen is that they don't serve what you've asked for. After several attempts, you finally...

Hitachi Vantara drives new channel proposition

Hitachi Vantara, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hitachi, has strengthened its channel proposition in sub-Saharan Africa through two key appointments. Neo Nhantumbo will take on the role of channel manager: South Africa. With more than a decade of experience in IT,...

Fintechs help Africans access services

More than 2,5-billion people around the world - many of them in Africa - lack formal identification that enables them to access to financial and government services, according to the United Nations and the ID2020 project. What's more, less than 10% of adults in low...

SAP simplifies app development

SAP has announced a new consumption-based commercial model for customers to easily acquire and engage SAP Cloud Platform, the company's platform as a service (PaaS). Additional updates include the next-generation SAP Cloud Platform SDK for iOS, which allows customers...

HP extends LaserJet warranty

Official HP distributor, Drive Control Corporation (DCC) is excited to announce that HP has extended its warranty period from one to three years on the LaserJet M300/400/500 and M600 (A4) series of printers purchased from 1 February 2018. This will effectively see an...

IT Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

Hire Resolve's client is looking for an experienced IT Engineer to join their team in Cape Town, WC. Responsibilities: IoT Device Integration and ManagementNetworking and ConnectivitySoftware Development and IntegrationSecurity and ComplianceData Management and...

Project Manager

FTC: 12 months Job Requirements:- Matric- NQF7 Qualification in Project Management or related- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a project manager in the training industry- Proficient in MS Office- Strong written & verbal communication skills- Valid driver's...

Data Engineer

About the role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our dynamic data engineering team. Responsibilities: ? Understand and analyse client requirements and business needs. ? Identify, analyse, visualise, and understand supporting data to propose...

Senior Full-Stack C# (.NET) Developers

Our client is seeking skilled C# Developers to work with them in their Cape Town offices. They are looking for self-motivated, analytical thinkers and problem solvers, who will be involved in the creation of web-based enterprise systems which automate and improve...

Project Manager – Western Cape Bellville

FTC: 12 months Job Requirements:- Matric- NQF7 Qualification in Project Management or related- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a project manager in the training industry- Proficient in MS Office- Strong written & verbal communication skills- Valid driver's...

Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

About the role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our dynamic data engineering team. Responsibilities: ? Understand and analyse client requirements and business needs. ? Identify, analyse, visualise, and understand supporting data to propose...

Project Manager

Hire Resolve's client, an engineering consulting company, is currently seeking a Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Pretoria or Johannesburg. Responsibilities:Oversee the full project lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality...

System Administrator

Our client is seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing their Linux and Microsoft infrastructure technology in the cloud and on-premise. You will work on engineering...

Mobile Developer

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting colleagues as well as fixing and improving existing software. The role also incorporates the learning and progression within your field as you build your way toward seniority. Key Requirements 3-4 years...

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