Interactive video wall market to hit $39,44bn
The global interactive video wall market size is estimated to reach $39,44-billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 14% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research. Increasing adoption of interactive video walls in educational...
Green spaces play a massive role in cooling cities
As any urban dweller who has lived through a heat wave knows, a shady tree can make all the difference. But what happens when there’s no shade available? A recent study in Nature Communications used NASA satellite data to identify a major gap in global resilience to...
Inflation puts the pressure back on salaries
The unexpected headline inflation increase in March, among other factors, led to take-home pay slipping marginally during the month, according to the latest BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BPTI). However, a new trend is emerging in the local job market as more...
Why there is good reason to be positive about SA
South Africa's economy faces an array of structural challenges - and the need for reform is as urgent as ever, write Andrew Rymer, CFA: senior strategist: strategic research unit, and Robert Davy, emerging markets fund manager at investment management firm, Schroders....
SA climbs to fifth place for cybercrime density
South Africa's cybercrime density rose by 7,8% between 2021 and 2022, resulting in the country's rise to fifth place compared to sixth in 2021, according to Surfshark research analysing cybercrime density worldwide. The increase in cybercrime incidents in South Africa...
Cybercriminals adopt unique tools and tactics in their attacks
Cybersecurity specialist Sophos has released its Active Adversary Report for Business Leaders, an in-depth look at the changing behaviours and attack techniques that adversaries used in 2022. The data, analysed from more than 150 Sophos Incident Response (IR) cases,...
CISOs struggle for support in fighting cyberattacks
"The Mind of the CISO", a new research paper from Trellix surveyed global chief information security officers (CISOs) across every major industry to reveal how they work amid a tumultuous threat landscape, which business functions hold them back, and what they need to...
Something to RapperBot about
Cybercriminals continuously develop their skills and tools looking for new ways to compromise individuals and companies, and Kaspersky's Securelist blogpost has explored some of the uncommon infection methods being used by attackers. Alongside other discoveries, it...
Steady growth for IT services in MEA
Spending on IT and business services in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) - including Israel - will reach $30,3-billion in 2023, according to the latest Worldwide Semiannual Services Tracker from International Data Corporation (IDC). In constant currency terms, this...
SA’s potential copyright calamity
South Africa's Copyright Amendment Bill and Performers Protection Amendment Bill could potentially harm rather than help the creative industry and needs serious reconsideration, write Joshua Leroni, candidate attorney, and Carla Collett, partner, at Webber Wentzel....
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Big data, analytics, business intelligence - these terms define a trend that has found its way into almost every business conversation. They also define the era of data and the need to harness the possibilities it presents. Everybody wants to know what the data is...
Top tips for preventing invoice fraud
Invoice fraud is becoming more common in South Africa, perhaps in response to worsening economic conditions. Detecting and successfully prosecuting this type of crime is difficult, but the losses can be very high. This is one case where prevention really is better...
In Africa, fintech waiting game is on
The advent of fintech has blown Africa's unbanked market wide open but no one knows yet who the big winners will be in capturing this massive emerging opportunity. Will it be the banks? The telcos? Fintech companies themselves? Will maverick players like the messenger...
Netshield South Africa helps improve network longevity
Netshield South Africa, a WestconGroup company, is pleased to announce the immediate availability of its new range of 40GB QSFP (Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable) compatible transceiver modules. The devices enable customers to take advantage of a host of...
Westcon-Comstor is Ruckus Wireless’ Africa Distributor of the year
Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa has been awarded as the African Distributor of the Year (FY16) from vendor partner Ruckus Wireless, for the second year running. The team from Westcon-Comstor received the award at the company's annual Ruckus Big Dogs 2016 EMEA event...
Veeam, Nutanix accelerate digital transformation
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Work Area Recovery vital to business continuity
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Great expectations for new era of enterprise firewalls
The recent surge in network security preparedness has been driven by threats related to remote access employees - threats that penetrate and persist unnoticed - as well as rapid updates and integrated threat intelligence. This is according to Frost and Sullivan...
How safe is safe enough?
Senior engineer at F5 Networks, Martin Walshaw, provides tips for end users to avoid falling victim to phishing attacks. Did you know that 56% of all data breaches in 2016 began with a user clicking on a phishing email, giving hackers access to a corporate network?...
IFS to integrate BIM Kemi processes
Manufacturing company BIM Kemi has chosen IFS Applications 9 to integrate its operations and support continued growth in Europe and Africa. The solution will be implemented and supported by IFS partner Novacura, a member of the IFS Partner Network. BIM Kemi is a...
Developer – Java (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Role: Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities: Build and support applications in a technically exciting and challenging industry. Design, develop, test, document and support applications written...
CNC milling machine programmer and operator – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machine Programmer and Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in programming with Mastercam and experience working with Fanuc systems. You will be responsible for creating and optimizing CNC programs,...
Data Analyst – Gauteng Rosebank
Qualification Mathematics/Science/Commerce/IT Degree (NQF Level 7), or equivalent, if substantiated by valid evidence of competency.Experience 1 - 2 years' relevant data analysis experience in a professional working environment.Knowledge of Python and/or R...
Jnr/Mid / Senior Level Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
You will report directly to the CTO, and work with him to understand key commercial problems, and architect and build new solutions for them. You will join existing projects creating smart solutions to quickly onboard key integrations with large telecommunications...
Developer – Java (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Parvana Role: Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities: Build and support applications in a technically exciting and challenging industry. Design, develop, test, document and support applications written...
Senior RPG Developer (insurance)
12 month contract, that will be renewed. Collaborate with other developers in the design and planning of application code to meet the business users' requirementsEnsure adherence to code standards and the development process, providing assistance to fellow...
Senior BI Developer at Resourgenix
Job Title: Senior BI Developer Location: Johannesburg (Hybrid) About Us:Join our innovative team and transform data into impactful insights!Key Responsibilities: Transform Needs: Turn business requirements into technical specs.Build Solutions: Design and deploy...
Fullstack TypeScript/JavaScript Developer (LM)
Development and maintenance of the BEDARFS KOSMOS application (predicts the long-term parts and vehicle volumes for every part used across the GROUP Group). Interaction with GROUP Munich and other external partners through workshops, meetings, calls and emails....
Developer – C# (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Responsibilities: Deliver code that is functional, understandable, maintainable and testable. Work closely with analysts, documenters and testers. Automated testing of features developed. Deliver technical documentation as and when required. Act as a mentor to...
Senior RPG Developer (insurance) – Gauteng Centurion
12 month contract, that will be renewed. Collaborate with other developers in the design and planning of application code to meet the business users' requirementsEnsure adherence to code standards and the development process, providing assistance to fellow...
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