Backup of SaaS applications becoming a ‘critical requirement’
By 2028, 75% of enterprises will prioritise backup of software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications as a critical requirement - compared to 15% in 2024 - according to Gartner. SaaS-based applications have become a preferred choice for new and modernised deployments, with...
ACSA terminates biometric ID contract with French firm
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has terminated the contract for an Automated Border Control (ABC), e-Gates and single token project awarded to French technology company, IDEMIA. In a statement, ACSA says the contract termination is in line with the conditions of...
Gartner predicts most relevant finance tech for the next decade
The finance function is changing quickly – with the support of new technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) – into an environment where people and machines collaborate to transform finance and business capabilities, drive...
Despite macroeconomic challenges, 5G enjoys global growth
Global 5G subscriptions remain on track to top 1-billion by the end of this year, and 5-billion by the end of 2028, despite current and developing economic challenges in many parts of the world. The November 2022 edition of the Ericsson Mobility Report also forecasts...
Top fraud trends to watch in 2023
Even though financial concerns remain a significant obstacle for companies in implementing new anti-fraud technologies, 60% of businesses expect an increase in their anti-fraud technology budgets in the next two years. This is according to the latest anti-fraud...
The world is split on trust in AI
More than a quarter (28%) of the world's population feel artificial intelligence (AI) will mostly harm people in their country over the next 20 years. Despite the transformative potential of AI, only 39% of the world's population (fewer than two in five) believe it...
Cloud a growing target for cyberattacks
Among infrastructure as a service (IaaS) users, 56% experienced an increase in the volume of attacks on their organisation when compared to the previous year, and 67% were hit by ransomware. In addition, 59% experienced an increase in complexity of attacks. These are...
Kaspersky supports Interpol’s African operation
Kaspersky has contributed to Interpol's Africa Cyber Surge Operation (ACSO) by sharing data, comprising of indicators of compromise (IoCs) on various cyberthreats and types of cybercriminal activity targeting African countries. This evidence provided the grounds for a...
What will cybersecurity look like next year?
In 2022, governments fought wars online, businesses were affected by multiple ransomware gangs, and regular users' data was constantly on hackers' radar. Marijus Briedis, chief technical officer of NordVPN, comments: "Next year will not be any easier when it comes to...
Digital shopping a clear trend this Black Friday
Even the challenges of increasing inflation and the prospects of continuing interest rate hikes could not dampen the enthusiasm of South African consumers for the extensive deals laid on by stores across the country over Black Friday weekend. That's according to...
More News Today
Private, public sectors must work together for African telecoms
New and innovative partnerships between governments, the private sector and multilateral financing institutions are vital to improving broadband penetration and boosting investment in telecoms infrastructure in African countries that have fallen behind their peers....
Five factors behind digital transformation success
Digital transformation is having a huge impact on every aspect of the way we work, live and learn. Big data, social, cloud computing and developments in mobile technology have already drastically altered the landscape of business, education, entertainment and...
Cash, PoS, digital collections should be complementary
Norway, Sweden and Denmark are examples of countries moving towards becoming true cashless societies, in which retailers or petrol stations won't be obliged to accept cash payments. Yet cash still accounts for about 85% of global consumer transactions and in Africa,...
APR Energy wins 50MW Benin power project
APR Energy, a global leader in fast-track power solutions, announces today that it has signed a contract for a 12-month project by the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines in Benin to provide 50MW of power generation using its fuel-flexible aeroderivative turbines. The...
Ucloud and Avaya debut contact centre-as-a-service
Avaya and Ucloud, China's largest independent public cloud provider, today announced the launch of A Cloud, a contact centre-as-a-service (CCaaS) solution. A Cloud allows customers to deploy contact centre operations in the cloud rapidly and cost-effectively, helping...
Protect against the financial impact of violent protests
As South Africa reels from the financial costs of destruction of property and assets in the wake of #Feesmustfall protests, estimated to be in the region of R1-billion to date, Aon South Africa is advising business owners and individuals to review their assets...
DCC launches Samsung Xpress colour laser
Official South African distributor, Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has announced the immediate availability of the Samsung Xpress C480W Colour Laser Printer which has been designed to support multiple mobile devices and wireless printing. The C480W printer's...
Dell EMC simplifies app development
Dell EMC Enterprise Content Division (ECD) has introduced the Dell EMC LEAP Platform, a next-generation content management platform featuring a deep set of enterprise-grade content services that allow customers and partners to create their own apps, extend...
Keeping up with compliance changes
The level of demand on today's compliance officer is higher and more pressurised than ever before. With new laws and frequent changes to existing legislation and regulations, it can be extremely overwhelming for companies to ensure compliance in South Africa's highly...
Intelligence essential to defeating global cyber scourge
The world is engaged in an invisible war, with honest businesses at one end and fiercely determined cybercriminals at the other, writes Nithen Naidoo, CIO of Snode. Cybersecurity is no longer just a pressing concern for the IT industry, it is a very real issue that...
Intermediate .Net Developer
Are you passionate about coding and ready to take your career to the next level? We are looking for a talented and driven C#. Net developer to join our dynamic team! Your technical abilities should include: Must-Have Skills: Mastery of C# .Net framework Expertise in...
Manual Test Analyst (Advanced) – LM
Understanding of systems engineering concepts. The ability to analyse a process from start to finish. Modelling techniques and method. Communication. Reporting. Defining and implementing test plan on projects. Preparation and communication of Test reports during test...
IT Administrator
Responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the organisation's IT infrastructure. Responsible for end user/server support: Install, configure, and maintain personal computers, file servers, internet and intranet networks, network cabling, and other...
Software Developer Internship – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Web development:Code in asp.net or MVCBasic understanding of Java ScriptUnderstand and work with SQL queriesUnderstand and work with GitStimulsoft reports is advantageous IT Support:Software installations such as Office, Windows, etc.Replace and upgrade hardware in...
Intermediate .Net Developer – Gauteng Sandown
Are you passionate about coding and ready to take your career to the next level? We are looking for a talented and driven C#. Net developer to join our dynamic team! Your technical abilities should include: Must-Have Skills: Mastery of C# .Net framework Expertise in...
Manual Test Analyst (Advanced) – LM – Gauteng Johannesburg
Understanding of systems engineering concepts. The ability to analyse a process from start to finish. Modelling techniques and method. Communication. Reporting. Defining and implementing test plan on projects. Preparation and communication of Test reports during test...
IT Administrator – Gauteng Bapsfontein
Responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the organisation's IT infrastructure. Responsible for end user/server support: Install, configure, and maintain personal computers, file servers, internet and intranet networks, network cabling, and other...
Business Analyst
Eliciting & Analysing requirements & Documenting them through user stories and customer journeys as part of the BSS programDocumenting non-functional requirementsRequirements management and communication, including arranging sessions, workshops, ideation...
BI Developer (Hybrid) at EnableSA (Pty) Ltd
As an integral member of our delivery team, the BI Developer will:Build and maintain Power BI dashboards/reports.Build and maintain Share Point sites and lists for data capturing.Monitor Power BI Online workspace to maintain scheduled refreshes and user access.Convert...
Business Analyst
Calling all problem-solving superheroes! We're seeking a Business Analyst to join our team! If you're a mastermind at analysis, identifying trends, and creating solutions, then we need you! Apply now and let's fight the forces of business chaos together!What you'll...
View more career listings on our Careers Section