IBM and L’Oréal build AI model for sustainable cosmetics
IBM and L'Oréal are collaborating to leverage IBM's generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology to uncover new insights in cosmetic formulation data, facilitating L'Oréal's use of sustainable raw materials, for energy and material waste reductions. The...
Are AI-powered cars the future?
As automotive technology rapidly advances, consumers are looking for vehicles that deliver AI-enhanced experiences through conversational voice assistants and sophisticated user interfaces. By Sunvir Gujral, director of product management for automotive at Qualcomm...
SAFPS platform aims to combat fraud
Traditionally, South Africa has been a popular country among fraudsters looking for every opportunity to try and find their next victim. Statistics from the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) point out that there was a 600% increase in incidents...
New watsonx platform to power next-generation foundation models
IBM, at its annual Think conference, has announced IBM watsonx, a new AI and data platform to be released that will enable enterprises to scale and accelerate the impact of the most advanced AI with trusted data. Enterprises turning to AI today need access to a full...
Tourism on track for a full recovery
International tourism is well on its way to returning to pre-pandemic levels, with twice as many people travelling during the first quarter of 2023 than in the same period of 2022. The second UNWTO World Tourism Barometer of the year shows that the sector's swift...
Businesses see banking strains, credit crunch as key risks
The latest survey from Oxford Economics on business risk perceptions suggests banking system strains and tightened credit supply now pose the greatest threats to the global economy. Respondents perceive a one-in-three chance of a full-blown financial crisis comparable...
Investors turn to SA amid mineral diversification efforts
As global players make strides towards transitioning to a cleaner energy future, demand for critical minerals - which are essential for the production of lithium-ion batteries and associated technologies behind solar and wind components and renewable power systems -...
Consumers are spending more on groceries and eating out
FNB's card data shows that individual customers are spending more of their income on groceries and entertainment, which includes out-of-home experiences such as eating out. Today, groceries account for 28% of customer spend, compared to 27% last year, and...
SA scientists to jet off to Dallas for Regeneron ISEF
A group of six young scientists from South Africa will travel to Dallas, Texas to showcase their scientific brilliance on the global stage at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). They all won the opportunity to represent the country...
Beware scammers feeding on Africa’s crypto craze
Cryptocurrency has become incredibly popular in Africa and, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), transactions hit $20-billion a month from as early as 2021. But its popularity as an alternative route to financial stability, investments, and payments has...
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Dubai launches government service price portal
Dubai Government's Department of Finance (DOF) has selected the Qlik Analytics Platform to deliver an intuitive visual data analytics experience to its constituents. By officially launching the Government Service Prices Portal, DOF has introduced the public -...
Vox brings fibre connectivity to Safari Investments portfolio
Frogfoot Networks, a wholly owned subsidiary of integrated ICT and connectivity provider, Vox, has been appointed as the exclusive partner for fibre network and connectivity infrastructure for the property portfolio of Safari Investments RSA. The company is listed as...
@home now offers furniture online
@home, the homeware store, now offers its full range of furniture for sale on its online store. The functionality at www.home.co.za also enables shoppers to use drop-down menus to customise their furniture purchases, with 10 different styles and 96 different...
Fujitsu debuts PrimeFlex for Storage Spaces Direct
Fujitsu has extended its growing PRIMEFLEX integrated systems portfolio with the introduction of PRIMEFLEX for Storage Spaces Direct, targeted at helping enterprise reduce complexity and risk in deploying high-performance, Microsoft-based hyper-converged...
PCI DSS accreditation means instant EFT is secure
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Enterprise architecture: a new foundation for a digital era?
Organisations today must compete in an environment where traditional methods of conducting business are being replaced with new, innovative and disruptive models. Cloud, mobility and big data analytics are just some of the technologies that can help them do that. But...
Africa’s transformation will create a third centre of global power
What a difference a century makes. If we stepped back in time to a hundred years ago we'd find a primitive China; a Middle East that had yet to discover the riches of oil and most of Southeast Asia consisted of countries that were barely distinguishable from medieval...
Prevent upheaval from damaging employee engagement
Employee engagement is a buzzword. Everybody knows it. However, few people know that employee engagement means money. Research shows that companies in the US with engaged employees can outperform those without by up to 202% and have 6% higher net profit margins. And,...
IoT: data and devices for a brave new world
Since 2010, predictions for growth in the Internet of Things (IoT) have been staggering, and one thing has become clear: IoT is growing worldwide. However, the true value in IoT is not in the devices, says Sean Laval, technical head of IoT at Comsol Networks. "The...
The impact of technology trends on business
The year 2016 saw some interesting developments in the IT infrastructure space, including the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) and the launch of low range networks that enable more devices to be connected and communicate, writes Peter Stutz, portfolio manager:...
Control System Engineer – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Well established Automation company based in Gqeberha are seeking a qualified and experienced applicant to join their dynamic teamQualifications:National Diploma (Electrical Engineering); National Diploma (Mechatronics); Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) or...
Agile Delivery Lead/ Scrum Master – Remote Remote
Agile Delivery Lead/ Scrum Master:What will you do?Our client is a newly created engineering organization on a mission to empower and accelerate autonomous value creation through insights and ML across the group. Our clients' main users are the data scientists and...
Desktop Engineer I – Western Cape Cape Town
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities.Join our dynamic team as a Desktop Engineer I, where you'll be the go-to expert for resolving technical issues and enhancing user experiences. You'll support end-users, troubleshoot hardware and...
Technical Lead: Group Data & ML Platform
Our client in the Insurance industry is looking for a Technical Lead: Group Data & ML Platform to join their team. This is a Permanent role to be based in Cape Town.Job DetailsWe're on a transformation journey to be an innovative company at the forefront of the...
SAP Authorisation Consultant (contract hybrid) 0951 (TB)
Applications operations support for authorizations. Providing 1st level support to users; adhering to Confluence processes. Providing 2nd level support to processes where documented. Recording, routing, and monitoring all reported incidents using ITSM/JIRA to the...
Data Engineer
Data EngineerWhat will you do?Our client is a newly created engineering organisation on a mission to empower and accelerate autonomous value creation through insights and ML across the group. The company's main users are the data scientists and analysts who sit inside...
Project Manager at MSP
Our fast-growing client in the logistics industry is searching for a Project Manager to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you'll be the maestro behind successful SAP implementation projects, guiding them from conception to triumphant completion. Minimum...
Senior Developer
The Senior Developer will part of an inhouse development team that produce software solutions. The developer work together with a team of business analysts and other developers to develop and provide support on investment administration and Manco systems. The...
Senior Developer – Gauteng Lynnwood
The Senior Developer will part of an inhouse development team that produce software solutions. The developer work together with a team of business analysts and other developers to develop and provide support on investment administration and Manco systems. The...
Project Manager (2-Year Contract) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Explore the role:We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage the Project Function for our client, ensuring alignment with business objectives in the automotive sector. This 2-year contract role will report directly to the Plant Manager. The...
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