AI makes critical thinking a workforce priority

A new global study from the IBM for Business Value points to a disconnect between the skills chief human resource officers (CHROs) say AI requires and those employees prioritise. While 71% of CHROs identify the ability to supervise, validate and override AI outputs as...

Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

Professional development more vital than ever in age of AI

This year’s International Day of Education (Friday 24 January) spotlights the theme “AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation”. The day emphasises the transformative power of education in fostering social impact through personalised digital...

SARS embraces AI to boost efficiency

Kathy Gibson reports from the Microsoft AI Tour – Paying tax and submitting returns has become a relatively easy process for most South Africans. This is due largely to the fact that the South African Revenue Services (SARS) is embracing artificial intelligence (AI)...

Huawei pledges to work with partners in the renewable energy era

Huawei Digital Power has held its FusionSolar 2023 Channel Partner Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, during which the tech giant released its latest sustainable energy solutions for residential and industrial applications. Xia Hesheng, President of Huawei Digital...

Renewable energy top of mind in Africa

Kathy Gibson reports - 2022 was another record year for solar around the world, with Africa holding its own in terms of renewable deployments. "And most probably we will be progressing faster across the continent than other regions in years to come," says John van...

Renewables to the rescue amid energy crisis

Kathy Gibson reports - To achieve energy security, South Africa needs to find both short- and long-term measures to counter the current power outages. Dr Rethabile Melamu, CEO of the South African Photo Voltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA), points out that Africa is...

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,...

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Fujitsu extends PRIMEFLEX for OpenStack with SUSE OpenStack Cloud

A new addition to the Fujitsu PRIMEFLEX line-up of Integrated Systems announced today is designed to provide enterprises with a foundation for their future investments in open source-based cloud computing. Offering robust enterprise-class performance combined with the...

Gain actionable insights from your insurance data

Companies need to leverage business intelligence (BI) more effectively to get the best value out of the data being generated. In the information-rich insurance industry, says Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge, this should be a strategic...

Strong data governance strategy isn’t easy, but it’s essential

The lifeblood of any enterprise is data. Along with knowledge, data is the business' most important, irreplaceable aset and data governance is necessary to protect such assets, writes Mike Rees, territory account manager for South Africa at Commvault. This is the...

The African capital market landscape

2016 marked a challenging year for African equity markets in the wake of lower economic growth and political upheaval around the globe, largely as a result of the US elections cycle and the Brexit vote. African equity capital markets (ECM) broke a streak of three...

Income tax increase likely for 2017

Cathie Webb, director of the South African Payroll Association, encourages all employers, employees and payroll departments to prepare themselves for an income tax increase that will likely be announced during Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan's upcoming National Budget...

Cloud brokerages an invaluable business tool

All businesses that are embarking on a cloud journey are realising that it's not as straightforward as it may seem. Multiple cloud service providers means managing many relationships, which can be complex as well as inefficient. Businesses need help to manage this...

DVT spotlights Agility in software development

Software and solutions company DVT, a Platinum Sponsor of DevConf 2017, will be highlighting the motivational role of Agility in software development and Google's new Android Things platform at next month's event in Johannesburg. DVT CEO Jaco van der Merwe believes...

10 ways to effectively manage workplace conflict

Conflict is inevitable - and is especially prevalent in workplace environments where employees operate under high-pressured environments, aiming to achieve important objectives. Global workplace solutions provider, Manpower South Africa states that workplace conflict...

Riverbed launches SD-WAN updates

Riverbed Technology, the application performance company, today announced major updates to its SD-WAN offering Riverbed SteelConnect, an app-defined, cloud networking solution that provides an intelligent and simplified approach to designing, deploying and managing...

BT, Symantec enhance network protection, management

BT and Symantec has announced the integration of Symantec's latest technology into BT's portfolio of managed security services. With this new agreement, BT customers will benefit from enhanced visibility of incoming internet traffic and from simplified administration...

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Our Client is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence (BI) Developer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining BI solutions that help organizations make informed decisions. You will work on data warehousing, data modeling, and data...

Senior Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Maintain existing systems according to change requests Produce appropriate software programs Debugging of Programs Provide test information to Testers Reporting on progress to the Project Manager or Team Lead Assist with the implementation of changes into the...

Java Developer (Remote) (CH1057) – Western Cape Lemoenkloof

We are seeking an Intermediate Java Developer for our innovative Fintech client in the Western Cape. The company crafts user-friendly online solutions to address real-world challenges, with its flagship product being a revenue management system for financial...

Python Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Are you a Python wizard? Join our team of automotive innovators!???? We're seeking a Senior Python Software Engineer to shape the future of driving.Build cutting-edge solutions that power our next-gen vehicles.Experience the thrill of driving innovation. Minimum...

BI Developer – Gauteng Sandton

Our Client is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence (BI) Developer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining BI solutions that help organizations make informed decisions. You will work on data warehousing, data modeling, and data...

Senior Microsoft Engineer (M365 & Azure)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Microsoft Engineer (M365 Azure) professional that has a deep understanding of Azure architecture, M365 products such as Intune, SCCM, MIM (preference), PowerShell, and the SharePoint suite. You'll be responsible for designing,...

Senior Project Manager (Mobile App Projects)

Key PurposeTake accountability to lead, organise, plan and control multiple complex IS projects, in a manner that will ensure the successful completion of specific, large and high-risk projects. Has the accountability to ensure that project goals and objectives are...

Senior React Developer (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A passionate Senior React Developer with at least 5 years Frontend experience is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications. You will design, build & maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using React and modern Frontend...

Jnr JavaScript/TypeScript Developer (Stellenbosch Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious Jnr JavaScript/TypeScript Developer is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Custom Workflow Apps to join its team working on a variety of projects and solving complex challenges. Your role will entail designing,...

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Microsoft Engineer (M365 Azure) professional that has a deep understanding of Azure architecture, M365 products such as Intune, SCCM, MIM (preference), PowerShell, and the SharePoint suite. You'll be responsible for designing,...

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