Ethernet campus switch revenues set to bounce back
According to a recently published report by Dell’Oro Group, 2024 was a difficult year for Ethernet Campus Switch sales, with a 20% contraction compared to record revenues in 2023. The market is expected to rebound in 2025 and beyond, fueled by refresh cycles and WiFi...
ACSA reports a good festive season
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is proud to report a highly successful performance during the 2024 peak travel period, recording a 91% recovery to pre-pandemic levels and a 5% year on year increase in total passenger traffic. Marking the culmination of a bustling...
CIOs plan to grow their IT teams in 2023
A massive 81% of large enterprise (LE) CIOs plan to increase their IT headcount in 2023, according to a recent survey by Gartner. Only 14% expect their IT staff to decrease, and 5% expect their headcount to remain the same. "Attracting and retaining technology talent...
Generative AI, ESG to reshape big data and analytics
Emerging agendas that revolve around generative AI and environmental social and corporate governance (ESG) is expected to transform data utilisation approaches in the coming years. This is among the findings from the semiannual Big Data and Analytics Software Tracker...
WEF believes AI could revolutionise global healthcare
A new World Economic Forum report highlights the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare and the importance of public-private collaboration in driving its global adoption. Scaling Smart Solutions with AI in Health: Unlocking Impact on...
African skills need to be used more effectively
According to the World Bank, Africa's working age population is expected to grow by 450-million people, or close to 70% by 2035. However, central to this conversation is whether this workforce is ready for business reinvention and the changes accompanying this...
Rise in phishing and smishing attempts
FNB has issued a warning to consumers about an increase in phishing and smishing attempts on unwary customers. Phishing is a type of cybercrime in which people are duped into providing sensitive information such as login credentials, passwords, PINs, card details, or...
ChatGPT could be seen as a reliable financial advisor
There is a move towards AI being seen as a trusted advisor, according to a new study of UK investors. The Investor Index has also identified that the cost of living crisis is having an impact, and has seen a move away from ethical investing. Now in its fourth year,...
Foreign employers in the SARS crosshairs
If National Treasury has its way, foreign companies hiring South Africans as remote workers may soon find themselves in a legislative compliance pickle with SARS, which could see them become bogged down in red tape that negatively impacts their business operations....
No-code AI platform market set to surge
The global no-code AI platform market size is expected to reach $20,42-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 27,3% from 2023 to 2030. No-code AI is an AI landscape category that intends to...
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Smart technology in Africa
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FASYL joins IFS partner network
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Partners, cloud key to SME competitiveness
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Discover Digital debuts billing interface
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Machines shape the ‘golden ratio’ of data-driven business
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Datacentrix helps SNG save R2m on tech
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Large scale work permit changes on the cards
The White Paper for South African Migration was released on 28 July 2017 by the Department of Home Affairs. Whether you have foreign workers in South Africa, South African workers abroad or deal in any capacity with these changes, there is now a unique window to get...
Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
IT Support (Senior Level)
Company: Kapsch SA / Kapsch Global Location: Onsite at 340 Witch-Hazel Street, Eco Park Office ParkPosition: Local IT Support (Senior Level)Contract Period: Permanent Global PositionBudget: NegotiableAbout the Company:Kapsch TrafficCom South Africa (Kapsch SA) is a...
Software Developer at QES
New position -.Net developer Bellville - Contract - Hybrid My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently sourcing for a .Net Developer to join them on an independent contract basis Context: Enhancement of existing .Net web services exposed to both internal systems...
Integration Developer
We are looking for a highly skilled developer to design, build, and implement integration solutions that connect various software applications, systems, and databases within an organisation and ensure seamless data exchange and communication between different IT...
PHP Developer
Looking for candidates with 5 years plus experience, com sci or engineering degrees and PHP and Laravel experience. Key Requirements PHP and Laravel on the backendNewer frameworks like react and vue on the front end.Only candidates with degrees will be consideredFull...
Developer – SQL at Parvana Recruitment
About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...
IT Support (Senior Level) – Gauteng Centurion
Company: Kapsch SA / Kapsch Global Location: Onsite at 340 Witch-Hazel Street, Eco Park Office ParkPosition: Local IT Support (Senior Level)Contract Period: Permanent Global PositionBudget: NegotiableAbout the Company:Kapsch TrafficCom South Africa (Kapsch SA) is a...
Software Developer at QES – Western Cape Bellville
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Integration Developer – Gauteng Centurion
We are looking for a highly skilled developer to design, build, and implement integration solutions that connect various software applications, systems, and databases within an organisation and ensure seamless data exchange and communication between different IT...
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