Agile retailers the winners as Easter sales growth slows
South African retailers are forecast to ring up additional retail sales value of R908-million for the 2023 Easter season - down from the R923-million in extra sales they generated over the same period in 2022. However, forecasts also reveal strong revenue generation...
C-suite execs unfamiliar with basic cybersecurity terms
Many business executives prefer not to admit a lack of understanding when discussing cybersecurity issues, according to a recent Kaspersky study, which also revealed that up to a third of top managers in South Africa are unfamiliar with such terms as DDoS, botnets, or...
World leaders urge mindset change
The first virtual Davos Agenda closed with calls from more than 24 heads of state and government and over 1 700 participants from business and civil society to address the crucial challenges facing us all. Setting the tone for the meeting were discussions about...
How CSPs can scale beyond connectivity
IDC's recent report, "Scaling Beyond Connectivity Essential for the Communications Service Provider Role in Internet of Things Value Delivery", explains the importance of scaling IoT projects for communication service providers (CSPs) to move up the value chain. This...
Cybersecurity takes centre stage among directors
By 2025, 40% of boards of directors will have a dedicated cybersecurity committee overseen by a qualified board member - up from less than 10% today, according to Gartner. This is one of several organisational changes Gartner expects to see at the board, management...
2020 was worst year in tourism history
Global tourism suffered its worst year on record in 2020 with international arrivals dropping by 74%, according to the latest data from the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). Destinations worldwide welcomed 1-billion fewer international arrivals in 2020 than in the...
AI ethics come under the spotlight
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a useful tool when employed ethically, but in the hands of careless or unscrupulous operators it could cause a tremendous amount of harm. The Global AI Action Alliance (GAIA), a new flagship initiative to accelerate the adoption of...
New initiative plans to make cities more nature-positive
Cities are engines of growth, contributing about 80% to global GDP, but they also account for 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions. And, even in a post-Covid-19 future, urbanisation is expected to grow. Cities, suburbs and the global infrastructure system have a...
Alliance aims to bridge the digital divide
Access to digital technologies has enabled many to work, learn and live during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, the pandemic has exposed and exacerbated existing gaps and inequalities: almost half of the global population, some 3,6-billion people, remain offline and...
All change for top smartphone vendors
The worldwide smartphone market continued to improve in the holiday quarter of 2020 (4Q20) returning to familiar ground with 4,3% year-over-year growth. According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone...
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Stratus adds to everRun Enterprise
Stratus Technologies has announced the general availability of two anticipated additions to everRun Enterprise, its next-generation software-based availability solution – selectable availability and Split-site Cross Campus downtime prevention. Enterprises now have the...
ttrumpet OTT service launches in SA
Mobile of today just got cheaper and easier, as the world’s most advanced OTT (over-the-top) service officially launched into the South African market – ttrumpet. ttrumpet is an app designed to let customers make free calls and messaging worldwide. It also provides a...
Technology changes buying patterns
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High performance driven by learning culture
“A learning culture is what enables Cisco and Apple to out-innovate their competitors … it is what enables ING Direct, Zappos and Starbucks to grow at rates 10 to 100 times their competitors. "And it is what prevented Digital Equipment Company, Tandem, Apollo...
Lithium batteries a risk on aircraft
Uniross, the manufacturer of rechargeable batteries, says that when purchasing a battery it is important to understand the risks of using inferior lithium batteries. “Lithium batteries, used in most of today’s smart phones, are dangerous and can be highly flammable....
A short guide to cloud terminology
Many people who are considering taking their IT operations into the cloud find themselves overwhelmed by the new technology that they’re supposed to understand. Cloud providers rattle off terms like SaaS or PaaS like you should know what they mean, when really, it all...
SARS reconciliation deadline looms
South African companies have only a few days left to submit their annual SARS reconciliations if they are to meet the 30 May deadline. If you miss the deadline or submit incomplete or inaccurate data, your business will be subject to stiff financial penalties for each...
Choose the right ITSM model for a business
IT service management (ITSM) enables organisations to improve service delivery and increase customer satisfaction, says Edward Carbutt, executive director at Marval South Africa. In a world where the customer has become more demanding and discriminating than ever...
Gilat Satcom grows fibre network in Tanzania
Gilat Satcom, a leading provider of satellite and fibre-based connectivity services in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, has announced additional investment in its broadband network in East Africa with the establishment of a new point of presence (PoP) in Dar es...
The business case for Agile
Since the Agile Manifesto was written in the US in 2001, Agile software development methodology has become a mainstay of innovative, high-energy developers the world over. Agile methodology refers to a development process focused on iterative changes and updates, and...
.NET Developer – Western Cape Rondebosch
What are we looking for? Matric, Relevant Tertiary Qualification preferred5 years experience in Microsoft C# .NETSolid experience in writing unit/integration tests using NUnit/xUnitSolid experience in mutli-tenant environments and large scale dataGood skills in...
Data Scientists at Council for Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
12 months fixed-term contract Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, mathematics, information systems or related fields with at least three years experience as a Data Scientist. Knowledge of and experience in the following...
Software Developer (PHP/Laravel) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client situated in Stellenbosch is a successful fintech company and has grown by implementing new ideas and equipment in the payment processing industry to enrich payment solutions with automation and tech.The client is seeking an experienced Software Developer...
Software Testers at Council for Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Fixed-term contract for 12 months Minimum Requirements: A Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering, information technology, data science or related fields with at least three years' experience in a professional software QA particularly on large complex...
Senior SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client in the Logistics industry based in Johannesburg (East Rand) is currently looking to employ a Senior SQL Developer.OVERVIEW OF ROLE: Responsible for writing and coding individual programmes from business and technical requirements, including new projects and...
Analyst Developer (Node.js) – Gauteng
Company description: Capitec Bank is a leading South African retail bank that focuses on essential banking services and provides innovative transacting, savings, insurance and unsecured lending products to individuals. Capitec's mission is to make banking simple and...
Project Manager at Air Traffic and Navigation Services
Introduction Applications are invited for the position of Project Manager x2 (Grade 7) [Email Address Removed] successful applicants will be reporting to the Chief Business Services Officer. Description Project Planning - Define the project scope/brief and work...
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...
Senor UI/UX Designer at Council for Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
12 months fixed-term contract MINIMUM RequirementsBachelor's degree in design or related fields with at least five years' experience working as a UX/UI designer, particularly on large complex projects. Additional requirements Knowledge of and experience in the...
Back-end Java at Council for Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
12 MONTHS CONTRACT MINIMUM RequirementsBachelor's degree in computer science, electronic/computer engineering, information technology or related fields with at least two years experience in professional software development/engineering, particularly on large, complex...
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