January brings PMI decline
The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) started the year on the back foot, declining by 0.9 points to 45.3 points in January 2025. This is the third consecutive contraction and the lowest level since August 2024. This suggests that the loss of...
Platformisation key to reducing security complexity
New global research from the IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) and Palo Alto Networks has found that surveyed organisations are facing security complexity challenges as they juggle an average of 83 different security solutions from 29 vendors. It also shows that...
Borderless work model challenges employers
National lockdowns forced employers to invest in technologies that would allow their house-bound staff to continue working during the pandemic. "Post Covid, these advances have seen the emergence of new concepts in workforce management, from work-from-home to hybrid...
Western Europe hardcopy shipments decrease
Western European shipments of hardcopy peripherals declined 4,3% year over year to 4,1-million units in 1Q23, according to research by International Data corporation (IDC). There was improvement in product availability, enabling back-order fulfilment, but in some...
False declines carry big risks
Friction at checkout remains a major challenge for businesses, many of which are doing everything they can to reduce cart abandonment and ensure a great customer experience. At the same time, banks face their own challenges as they are the last defence for both...
AI and the promise of accessible, affordable healthcare
Over the past year, artificial intelligence (AI) has dominated the global news cycle as experts across the world engaged in a spirited debate about its positive implications and potential drawbacks for our future. While uncertainties remain about how AI will impact...
A kilowatt saved is worth more than a kilowatt produced
This year's Enlit 2023 Africa event in Cape Town had a pertinent and recurring theme: how can the continent ramp up energy efficiency to mitigate the unstable energy provision faced by many countries including South Africa? Speaking on the panel Utilising advanced...
SAS seeks crowd-driven AI to protect sea turtles
SAS has joined forces with the UNC Centre for Galapagos Studies (CGS) to apply crowd-driven artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to help protect endangered sea turtles - similar to a recent project it was involved in to help track deforestation in the...
Tips on how to survive during economic uncertainty
Kathy Gibson reports - We are living in tough times, and it's harder than ever for organisations to thrive today - putting digital transformation squarely in focus. IDC research shows that operational transformation is far away the top priority for South African CIOs,...
CEOs cite AI as top disruptive technology
A recent survey of CEOs and senior executives by Gartner has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) was the top technology that CEOs believe will significantly impact their industry over the next three years, cited by 21% of survey respondents. "Generative AI will...
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African growth slow but steady
East Africa's economy has continued to grow despite the adverse effects of drought being felt across the region. The latest report from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), Economic Insight: Africa Q1 2017, points out that authorities...
FNB offers life cover on digital platforms
FNB Life has taken the next step in its digital evolution by giving customers the option to take up and manage life insurance through the FNB banking app and online banking. By logging into their profiles, choosing the insurance option, answering medical questions and...
Experience management from Ruckus Wireless
Ruckus Wireless, a part of Brocade, have has the availability of version 3.5 of its SmartZone operating system (OS). The new release powers the company's controller portfolio, including the SmartZone 300 (SZ300) high-scale control and management appliance, which was...
Network, smartphone sales dive ZTE revenue
ZTE has posted a 27,8% rise in first-quarter profit as the company increased sales of carrier network solutions and smartphones. Net profit attributable to holders of ordinary shares of the listed company jumped to RMB 1,21-billion in the first three months, according...
Enterprise, cloud drive Veeam growth
Veeam Software has announced another record quarter, fueled by gains in enterprise and cloud revenues. During the first quarter of 2017, Veeam recorded a 33% year on year increase in total bookings revenue while enterprise new license bookings grew 17% annually. Cloud...
Understanding data science for business value
Wikus Combrinck, GM: business intelligence competency centre at Tracker SA examines ow data science can benefit business. What is data science? Is the field new? Does it only involve big data? How does it differ from statistics and analytics? These are frequent...
Small business backup made easy with cloud
Data has become a crucial asset for all types of businesses, ranging from home offices to large enterprises that have multiple locations. Losing this data can be catastrophic to any business, writes Iniel Dreyer, MD of Gabsten. The good news is that effective data...
Loyalty programmes can aid customer centricity
Loyalty programmes have become a commodity to the extent that some form of a rewards programme has almost become a business-as-usual engagement between customers and their brands. Philip Stander, MD of Globetom examines how they can be used to improve a business's...
An intelligent solution for security skills
It's no secret that we're currently faced with a global information security skills crisis, writes Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA of Galix Networking. Given that the predicted increase in demand for information security professionals is exceeding the current rate of supply...
SMEs key to supercharge Kenya’s growth
The party that emerges as the winner of Kenya's general election, to be held on 8 August, has an opportunity to supercharge job creation and economic growth by adopting policies that help SMEs to thrive. That's according to Nikki Summers, regional director for Sage in...
Java Developer – Gauteng Menlyn
The fastest Growing IT Company in SA with the most advanced Core Stack available to people in SA is looking for Expert Level Java Developers to join their dynamic team Below Essential and advantage skills ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: Proficient in core Java...
Scrum Master
Enhance team effectiveness Facilitate, teach and coach team practices Implement Agile values and principles Coordinate with other teams in the programme Ensure team engagement for efficiency Remove impediments Facilitate daily meetings, backlog refinement, sprint...
Senior Android Developer
We are looking for a Senior Android Developer to join our mobile development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Android application development and a strong understanding of mobile architecture and design. You will be responsible for the...
Azure/Cloud Systems Engineer (hybrid contract) TB
The Systems Engineer: Microsoft Cloud Services is responsible for ensuring the stable operation of the IT server infrastructure across the entire organisation in order to maintain high levels of availability and security. The role is responsible for the...
Scrum Master – Western Cape Cape Town
Enhance team effectiveness Facilitate, teach and coach team practices Implement Agile values and principles Coordinate with other teams in the programme Ensure team engagement for efficiency Remove impediments Facilitate daily meetings, backlog refinement, sprint...
Senior Android Developer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
We are looking for a Senior Android Developer to join our mobile development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Android application development and a strong understanding of mobile architecture and design. You will be responsible for the...
Azure/Cloud Systems Engineer (hybrid contract) TB – Gauteng Gauteng
The Systems Engineer: Microsoft Cloud Services is responsible for ensuring the stable operation of the IT server infrastructure across the entire organisation in order to maintain high levels of availability and security. The role is responsible for the...
PHP Developer
Senior PHP Developer with AWS and jQuery Expertise Our client is a dynamic and innovative tech company dedicated to revolutionizingeducation through cutting-edge solutions. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a talented Senior PHP Developer with strong expertise...
SAP Systems Analyst (Materials Management MM) (CH1060)
Our client in the banking industry is looking for a SAP Systems Analyst with Materials Management (MM Module) experience to join their team. The purpose of the role is to deliver functional expertise in SAP MM processes, including configuration, customization, and...
Junior Project Manager
Are you ready to be part of a global energy leader driving renewable energy solutions in South Africa? My client is seeking a talented Junior Project Manager to join their team in Cape Town/JHB. As a key player, you'll contribute to the successful implementation and...
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