As hybrid working steps up, CEOs see productivity gains
New research has revealed that nine in 10 CEOs have adopted hybrid working (91%), with three quarters saying this has led to an improvement in productivity (75%) and staff retention (76%). The latest C-suite-focused study, undertaken by International Workplace Group...
Planetary defense will be on hand for 2029 asteroid near-miss
30 years ago, on 16 July 1994, astronomers watched in awe as the first of many pieces of the Shoemaker-Levy 9 comet slammed into Jupiter with incredible force. The event sparked intense interest in the field of planetary defence as people asked: "Could we do anything...
OT breaches drive need for better security
There is a pressing need to improve operational technology (OT) security, with 93% of OT organisations having experienced an intrusion in the past year, and 78% of them experiencing more than three intrusions. This is among the findings from Fortinet's recent 2022...
These are the phishing emails employees find most compelling
Phishing simulator data from Kaspersky Security Awareness Platform shows that workers tend not to notice pitfalls hidden in emails devoted to corporate issues and delivery problem notifications. Almost one in five (16% to 18%) clicked the link in the email templates...
Digital transformation supports carbon emission reduction targets
Going digital isn't just about making our working lives easier and more flexible. Information and communication technology (ICT) solutions have the potential to help lower global CO2 emissions by 20% by 2030. Sarwar Khan, head of global digital sustainability at BT,...
Gauteng iDays helps Internet community reconnect
Places are filling up fast for the final Gauteng instalment of the series of iDays planned for 2022. This is the first year that the Internet Service Providers' Association of South Africa (ISPA) hosts iDays in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape. The latter...
More girls inspired to pursue STEM careers
The Vodacom #CodeLikeAGirl programme is growing by leaps and bounds and inspiring more young girls to enter the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Vodacom plans to train 1 500 young girls in coding in this financial year, bringing the...
Time to reconceive the digital experience
Nearly three out of four B2B buyers (72%) reported completing a recent significant purchase by ordering and paying online, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 725 B2B buyers from November through December 2021 found that buyers use digital commerce to address...
Double crater spotted after mystery rocket crash on the Moon
Astronomers discovered a rocket body heading toward a lunar collision late last year. Impact occurred on 4 March, with NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter later spotting the resulting crater. Surprisingly the crater is actually two craters, an eastern crater (18-meter...
Big changes needed for SA to achieve better maths results
South Africa is still not addressing the root causes behind the decline in the number of learners taking mathematics or the decline in the pass rate of those who do choose the subject. Less than 30% of all matric students take maths and only half of them pass their...
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DCC offers Huawei Talkband B1
For those living an active life, whether on land or in the water, the latest Huawei Talkband B1, wearable technology that tracks health and fitness, from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) is the ideal companion. Featuring activity recordings, sleep tracking,...
WiFi transforms transportation
Faster, more dependable WiFi connectivity that works even in a crowded train or bus station or terminal is critical to meeting passenger and operational needs, and as more and more WiFi is being deployed across transportation and fleet hubs in South Africa, the use of...
More SA businesses willing to use cloud
Although concerns like security, cost and risk have impacted on widespread adoption of the cloud, more South African businesses are beginning to invest in cloud-based services. This is according to Ryan Barlow, CTO at e4. Barlow says there is an increase in adoption...
Alcatel-Lucent reports Q1 2015 results
Alcatel-Lucent’s results for Q1 2015 demonstrate strong growth in next-generation revenues and continued improvements in margins and free cash flow, despite a softer spending environment in North America. Commenting on the results, Michel Combes, CEO of...
IP-PBX saves time, money
The IP-PBX telephony market is taking the business world by storm as companies of all types and sizes are taking advantage of the myriad benefits to be reaped. According to the Dell’Oro group, the IP telephony market is predicted to be worth more than $17-billion by...
Consider brand, price when buying tablets
Mobility and always-on connectivity have become a big part of our everyday lives and as such, tablets are now regarded as essential, not only within the consumer space, but also in the business market. Tablets are small, convenient and connected, and allow users to...
AMD unveils new A-Series processor
AMD has announced its 6th Generation A-Series Processor, the world’s first high-performance Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) in a System-on-Chip (SoC) design. Previously codenamed “Carrizo”, the 6th Generation AMD A-Series Processor takes advantage of extensive AMD...
Konica Minolta recognised for toner
With degree “six” in the Blue Wool Scale, the Fogra Forschungsgesellschaft Druck e.V. has acknowledged the Simitri HD E toner from Konica Minolta has a “very good” light fastness. For testing light fastness, Fogra uses the Blue Wool Standards degrees one to eight....
BT, Check Point announce agreement
BT has announced an agreement with Check Point Software Technologies to embed additional security capabilities into BT’s global network, enabling customers to securely access cloud-based applications wherever they are hosted. The new embedded Cloud Firewall services...
POPI: the race to data safety
The passing of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI) into South African law in 2013 and the imminent appointment of an Information Regulator has forced local businesses to sit up and listen as they are given a deadline of a year to comply, says Gregory...
Software Quality Engineer I – Remote Remote
Software Quality Engineer Job Purpose:Use the automation test kit (frameworks and pre-defined test tools) to inspect, analyse, design, develop, implement, and execute on re-useable automated test assets to quality assure the solution and its architecture to ensure the...
Remedy Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Join our dynamic team as a Remedy Business Analyst, where innovation meets impact! At the forefront of global strategy, our Consulting company in Cape Town invites you to pioneer change and shape industries. Elevate your career with unparalleled opportunities and be...
Automation Tester
Our client is seeking a skilled Intermediate Automation Tester with a strong background in Python to join their QA team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of software testing methodologies and experience in creating and maintaining automated test...
Software Quality Engineer
A leader in the Banking and Financial space is on the lookout for a Software Quality Engineer to join their team.Use the automation test kit (frameworks and pre-defined test tools) to inspect, analyse, design, develop, implement and execute on re-useable automated...
Senior Python Engineer
This role can be fully remote. Our client makes online commerce and digital payment acceptance easier and more accessible across all Africa. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, we work with small and largemerchants to provide a complete toolkit to accept, manage and...
Senior Full Stack Developer at Adapt IT
Introduction The Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) division is a multi-industry division of Adapt IT with a solid foundation providing key products. Our products help make businesses feel more in control of their expenses, and provide a cost assurance to help...
Automation Tester – Gauteng Sandton
Our client is seeking a skilled Intermediate Automation Tester with a strong background in Python to join their QA team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of software testing methodologies and experience in creating and maintaining automated test...
Software Quality Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
A leader in the Banking and Financial space is on the lookout for a Software Quality Engineer to join their team.Use the automation test kit (frameworks and pre-defined test tools) to inspect, analyse, design, develop, implement and execute on re-useable automated...
Senior Python Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
This role can be fully remote. Our client makes online commerce and digital payment acceptance easier and more accessible across all Africa. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, we work with small and largemerchants to provide a complete toolkit to accept, manage and...
Senior Full Stack Developer at Adapt IT – Gauteng Midrand
Introduction The Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) division is a multi-industry division of Adapt IT with a solid foundation providing key products. Our products help make businesses feel more in control of their expenses, and provide a cost assurance to help...
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