Africa to benefit from Smart LEO networks
Q-KON is extending its collaboration with Eutelsat OneWeb to develop end-user portfolio service sets engineered to meet the needs of niche market sectors in sub-Saharan Africa. Recognising the challenges inherent in the African connectivity landscape, Q-KON is working...
Siemens Healthineers adopts medical imaging AI
About 3,6-billion medical imaging tests are performed annually worldwide to diagnose, monitor and treat various conditions. Speeding up the processing and evaluation of all these X-rays, CT scans, MRIs and ultrasounds is essential to helping doctors manage their...
Disclosure inconsistencies linger in corporate ESG reporting, assurance
The largest global companies continue to show momentum on corporate reporting and related assurance involving environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues, according to a new report from the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and AICPA & CIMA,...
Aligning commercial functions top priority for sales leaders
Sales leaders say that aligning commercial functions such as sales and marketing strategies is their top priority for 2023, according to a new survey from Gartner. The research group surveyed more than 200 sales leaders last November and December to understand how...
Shipments of AR/VR headsets decline sharply
The pendulum for AR/VR headsets swung the other way through the course of 2022 as global shipments declined 20,9% YoY to 8,8-million units, according to new data from the IDCWorldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual Reality Headset Tracker. The decline was not...
Ignoring generative AI will be a costly mistake
A new report from Forrester - Generative AI prompts productivity, imagination, and innovation in the enterprise - finds that generative AI can augment and enhance existing business processes in ways that were previously impossible. Forrester defines "generative AI"...
AI set to enter boom period
A new forecast from IDC's Worldwide Artificial Intelligence Spending Guide shows that global spending on artificial intelligence (AI) - including software, hardware, and services for AI-centric systems - will reach $154-billion in 2023, an increase of 26,9% over the...
ChatGPT debuts in Azure OpenAI Service
Microsoft has announved that ChatGPT is available in preview in Azure OpenAI Service. Eric Boyd, corporate vice-president: AI platform at Microsoft, explains that more than 1 000 customers are now applying the most advanced AI models - including Dall-E 2, GPT-3.5,...
More African languages added to MS Translator
Microsoft has added 13 new African languages to its Microsoft Azure Cognitive Services Translator enabling text and documents to be translated to and from these languages across the entire Microsoft ecosystem of products and services. Sesotho (Southern Sotho), Sesotho...
Telcos to drive development of commercial metaverse
As the metaverse come closer to reality, telecommunication companies are in a unique position to capitalise on the trend by offering consumers a range of services in areas such as content aggregation, digital security, and device lifecycle management. With their vast...
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Mobile apps to help keep kids safe
Over the December school holidays, your kids will be on-the-go all the time, making it difficult to keep up with their movements. But mobile apps and wearable devices can give you peace of mind while allowing the young ones to enjoy a bit of independence as they make...
Metacom router puts the hotspot where the business is
Industrial communications provider, Metacom, has revealed its MC614M Intelligent Router, which ensures robust and reliable WiFi connectivity anywhere in Africa. "The MC614M Intelligent Router was created to solve a very specific problem experienced by South African...
Why Africa needs to rethink workplace training
Effective managers and entrepreneurs hold the key to Africa's prosperity; and the demand for training is greatest for new employees, managers and business owners on the continent. These are some of the findings of a new report recently released by the African...
Legwear Safari reduces abandoned online shopping carts
Legwear Safari - an online retailer that specialises in women's legwear - has noted an immediate decrease in abandoned shopping carts on its site following its decision to use Sage Pay as its payment solution. The solution has benefitted the company by making it...
Lessons for talent experts to take into the new year
As most professionals gear up to conclude the year with hopes of returning back to the office refuelled, now is also the time to prepare for inevitable change and challenges that come with entering a new year. This is according to Kay Vittee, CEO of Quest Staffing...
AMD takes computing to a new level with Ryzen
AMD has unveiled new information and gave enthusiasts hands-on time with its upcoming high-performance desktop processors based on the innovative "Zen" core architecture (codenamed "Summit Ridge") in advance of the official launch in Q1 2017. Drawing inspiration from...
Innovation to address SA’s healthcare accessibility issues
We so often hear stories of the hardships associated with accessibility to high quality healthcare, but for many the nearest doctor, let alone specialist, can be many hours away, writes Cathy Smith, MD of Cisco. South Africa's Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi recently...
Checklist for protecting data
Although not every company is required to protect each speck of data stored on their IT assets, most businesses find it is in their best interest to do so anyway. However, without proper guidelines to cover the vast range of devices storing data such on servers, hard...
For SMBs, [Internet] service is what counts, not pricing
A key pain point for small and medium businesses (SMBs) in 2016 continued to be an influx of cheap and ill-supported fibre and internet solutions, which fall far short of the SMB's needs. SMB decision-makers have been overwhelmed by cheap consumer connectivity and...
Holistic approach to social media management
There are many ways that consumers can engage digitally with organisations when they need help. In fact, a recent study of more than 24 000 consumers across South Africa and 11 other countries, sponsored by Verint in collaboration with Opinium Research, shows that...
Full stack developer Dot Net – Gauteng Bedford
Junior Full stack Developers ( Automotive) and Intermediate developers Role Overview: Develop and deliver feature-rich SaaS solutions tailored to the automotive industry, driving innovation and enhancing user experiencesRequired: Proficiency in Angular 2+ for dynamic...
Intermediate Cross Platform Mobile Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Join a company that will offer significant advantages in terms of experience gained, particularly in the field of cybersecurity and secure communications. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, which is deployed across 15 countries. This...
Junior Software Engineer (C#, C++, Java, Python) (CPT based Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop & implement cutting-edge software solutions as your coding talents as a Junior Software Engineer is sought by a fast-growing FinTech company in Joburg to join its team. Your duties will range from the development of entirely new...
Embedded Support Engineer
About the jobEmbedded Support Engineers (Product Support Engineer's) are a critical interface to customers of the Digital Mine business - they are essential to customers achieving the safety and productivity outcomes needed.You will work closely with the Product...
Mid-Level Front End Developer (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A highly driven & passionate Mid-Level Front End Developer is sought by a rapidly growing Digital Marketing Powerhouse where you will play an integral part contributing to the development of new features, fixing bugs and issues, reviewing code from...
Business Analyst at QES
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a Technical Business Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis Cape Town Nort / Hybrid / 12 month Contract A Senior Technical Business Analyst is responsible for bridging the gap between...
Junior Software Engineer (C#, C++, Java, Python) (CPT based Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop & implement cutting-edge software solutions as your coding talents as a Junior Software Engineer is sought by a fast-growing FinTech company in Joburg to join its team. Your duties will range from the development of entirely new...
Embedded Support Engineer – Gauteng Waterfall
About the jobEmbedded Support Engineers (Product Support Engineer's) are a critical interface to customers of the Digital Mine business - they are essential to customers achieving the safety and productivity outcomes needed.You will work closely with the Product...
Mid-Level Front End Developer (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A highly driven & passionate Mid-Level Front End Developer is sought by a rapidly growing Digital Marketing Powerhouse where you will play an integral part contributing to the development of new features, fixing bugs and issues, reviewing code from...
Business Analyst at QES – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a Technical Business Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis Cape Town Nort / Hybrid / 12 month Contract A Senior Technical Business Analyst is responsible for bridging the gap between...
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