Fragility of international economic system under scrutiny
The US economy is facing a recession - and while the Federal Reserve's missteps with interest rates are under scrutiny - a surprising factor may be driving the downturn, warns the CEO of one of the world's largest independent financial advisory and asset management...
Pace of change drives new tech adoption
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - The pace of business today has accelerated beyond most people's expectations - and the right technology is vital for businesses and individuals to keep up. Claudio Polla, senior country manager: Africa at Nvidia,...
Help NASA scientists find clouds on Mars
NASA scientists hope to solve a fundamental mystery about Mars' atmosphere, and you can help. They've organised a project called Cloudspotting on Mars that invites the public to identify Martian clouds using the citizen science platform Zooniverse. The information may...
Multimillion rand PPE tender declared invalid and unlawful
A R103-million personal protective equipment (PPE) tender awarded by the Gauteng Department of Health to Zakheni Strategic Supplies has been declared unlawful and invalid. On 29 June 2022, the Special Tribunal reviewed and set aside the multimillion tender following...
Is the SA manufacturing sector ready for Industry 4.0?
The manufacturing sector is South Africa's fourth largest sector and a key driver of economic growth. However, industrialisation challenges in recent decades and the relatively slow adoption of new technologies have hampered the true potential of this industry. Smart...
African business leaders expect a start-up boom
African business leaders are predicting a boom in start-up businesses across the continent as the number of working age people launching new firms expands. According to new research for blockchain-based mobile network operator World Mobile, start-ups across the...
Firmware attacks a growing threat as hybrid work takes off
Changing workforce dynamics are creating new challenges for IT teams around firmware security, according to research from HP Wolf Security. As business workforces become increasingly distributed, IT leaders say it's harder than ever to defend against firmware attacks....
Growth in cyber attacks boosts endpoint security demand
The changing landscape and significant surge in cyber threats have contributed to the high demand for endpoint security solutions globally, according to Frost & Sullivan's recent analysis. Endpoint security is the practice of using host-based software products to...
Which are the most dangerous US travel destinations for cybercrime?
Before departing for their holiday travels, tourists frequently assess a variety of health and physical safety precautions. However, only a few consider their online safety. In 2021, around 500 000 Americans were victims of cybercrime and lost an excess of $6-billion....
Make sure Social Media Day is risk free
Thursday 30 June is World Social Media Day, first launched by Mashable in 2010 to celebrate social media's impact on global communication and now marked around the world. Almost 5-billion people use social media worldwide and there are more than 25-million active...
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Fortinet expands ATP framework
Fortinet is protecting customers at every entry point into the network with its expanded advanced threat protection (ATP) framework, which extends from endpoint devices all the way to the data centre. The company has announced enhancements to its FortiClient solution,...
IFC, Mastercard grow partnership
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and MasterCard have signed an agreement to establish a risk-sharing facility, which is expected to provide millions of people in emerging markets access to electronic payments, a crucial next step in their ongoing collaboration...
Iemas rolls out Microsoft Dynamics
Financial services provider Iemas Financial Services (Co-operative) Limited has chosen Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 as the ERP platform as part of its modernisation project. Local Microsoft Gold Certified partner AccTech Systems has been commissioned to deploy the...
10 tips for data saving
With the demand for data at an all-time high, many consumers find themselves struggling to manage their bills, or receiving nasty surprises at the end of the month. Altech Autopage shares some tips on how to take control of your data consumption. Inclusive data Did...
Adam Smith International uses Microsoft PPM
Adam Smith International, an international advisory firm, has partnered with Microsoft Gold Certified partner, AccTech Systems, to deploy Microsoft PPM (Project and Portfolio Management) for the Climate Resilient Infrastructure Development Facility (CRIDF). Helping...
Expertise the key to online security
The days are long gone when you could protect your bank accounts by keeping your PIN number safe, says PayGate IT director David Beukes - these days the business of security is a lot more complex and best left to experts. “We all instinctively believe that if...
Cloud drives operational efficiencies
Cloud computing has the potential to deliver significant business benefit by turning IT into an operational cost rather than a capital expense. In addition, cloud is the foundation of leading-edge technologies such as mobility and collaboration, which are essential...
Data governance should not intimidate
Market forces are driving data awareness as businesses realise that they can derive significant value from effectively analysing data and applying the findings to decisions and actions, and as regulators tighten rules around how data should be managed, says Antionette...
Mobile workspaces the next security frontier
Most of us have become so accustomed to the mobile workspace that we forget that there was a time when connectivity was not a given. When you had to leave the office, everyone had to be informed and all decisions would have to wait until you return to be attended to,...
VMware reports first quarter 2015 results
VMware, the global leader in virtualisation and cloud infrastructure, has announced financial results for the first quarter of 2015: * Total revenues for the first quarter were $1,51-billion, an increase of 11% from the first quarter of 2014, or up 13% year-over-year...
IT Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
A well-established company within the Learning and Development sector is seeking the expertise of a IT Project Manager to join their team to be based in JHB CBD. This will be a permanent requirement. The Key Responsibilities for this Role IncludeDefinite Project...
Fullstack Developer
We are looking for a fullstack developer for our client. Must be full-stack, front and back-end, and able to work independently with limited guidance. Key Requirements Tech stack: C#, Java, JavaScript, Angular, Windows server experience etc.8-10 years+...
Delphi Developer (6-Month Contract)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Retail Group seeks to fill a 6-Month Contract role for a highly skilled Delphi Developer who will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing software applications. You will be expected to proactively identify and provide...
Software Engineer .NET
Full stack .Net developer 4-Day Work Week: We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance for our employees, offering a compressed work week to promote greater productivity and employee satisfaction.Hybrid Work Model | FlexitimeEducation and Experience:...
Fullstack Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
We are looking for a fullstack developer for our client. Must be full-stack, front and back-end, and able to work independently with limited guidance. Key Requirements Tech stack: C#, Java, JavaScript, Angular, Windows server experience etc.8-10 years+...
Delphi Developer (6-Month Contract) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Retail Group seeks to fill a 6-Month Contract role for a highly skilled Delphi Developer who will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing software applications. You will be expected to proactively identify and provide...
Software Engineer .NET – Western Cape Somerset West NU
Full stack .Net developer 4-Day Work Week: We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance for our employees, offering a compressed work week to promote greater productivity and employee satisfaction.Hybrid Work Model | FlexitimeEducation and Experience:...
Senior Project Manager
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Experience 10-15 years' experience working in a project environment of which 5-6 years working with medium to...
Software Developer
Responsibilities: Building specific BizTalk, C# and SQL components in accordance with the design specifications as assigned by the Team Leader.Design and implement BizTalk applications using components created by other team members and themselves.Assist Junior...
IT Support Specialist
Summary Leading financial company seeks an IT Support Specialist for a contract role based in Cape Town. Description Ensure smooth running of production application and infrastructureProvide 24 x 7 first-line standby/support for production environmentsCreate temporary...
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