July was a better month for salaries
The average nominal take-home pay measured in the BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI) improved significantly in July amid the better business environment and recovering confidence levels. Despite the positive outcome, the persisting unemployment crisis still...
July winners of the JSE Investment Challenge
How do you marry the safeguarding of animal health and welfare with being savvy with investments in Africa's largest stock exchange? For University of Pretoria Veterinary Science students Esti Louw and Nicole Venter, it's a blend of managing emotions and incorporating...
Financial service providers are falling behind on innovation
As consumers have started to enjoy better financial services from accelerated digitisation, business owners are starting to expect the same full-suite of “anytime-anywhere” services from their service providers and financial institutions. However, over half of all...
Musk, cryptocurrency and ethics influence investors
Elon Musk, cryptocurrency and “driving positive social change” are some of the primary factors influencing today’s younger investor. This is according to Investor Index, an annual survey of investor behaviours conducted amongst 1080 UK adults (18+) with £10 000+...
Healthcare in SA reimagined
The coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly placed immense strain on healthcare systems globally. When the pandemic hit our shores in March 2020, healthcare providers embraced virtual technology in unprecedented numbers to ensure they could continue to serve patients...
Hospitality must use technology to redefine the total guest experience
As it finally starts to emerge from crisis mode, businesses in the hospitality sector will proactively leverage technology to deliver enhanced total guest experiences across the next decade. Following a transformative few years, which saw the entire industry adopt...
Blockchain recycling pilot project offers insights into informal sector
An new pilot project is making use of the blockchain to digitise and record transactions between waste pickers and buy-back centres, revolutionising the buying and selling of recyclable materials. Project Up, an initiative of the PET Recycling Company (PETCO), uses...
Telecoms will be fastest growing sector in Africa
The telecoms sector will be the fastest-growing industry in Africa over the next five years as internet connectivity improves, according to new World Mobile research. When asked to pick the three sectors that they believe will see the strongest growth over the next...
The key to resolving excessive executive pay
Stronger remuneration committees are the solution to rampant executive pay. This is according to Laurence Grubb, master reward specialist and executive committee member at the South African Reward Association (SARA). "We're seeing an imbalanced power dynamic between...
Lazarus attacks aerospace and defence contractors
ESET researchers have presented an investigation into the infamous Lazarus APT Group and their attack on defence contractors around the world between late 2021 and March 2022. Lazarus APT is a notorious cybercrime organisation with an unknown number of members. From...
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A focused programme retains skilled staff
Being able to secure a return on investment is a challenge for most businesses when it comes to training and skills development. Human resource and human capital mnanagement experts explain the conundrum that the majority of decision makers have to deal with: whilst...
Integration capabilities key for security
Crime is a reality of doing business in South Africa, and as such, security solutions are essential for any commercial environment, says Mark Chertkow, MD of Graphic Image Technologies. The aim of such solutions is multi-fold – they act as a deterrent to petty...
Software key for building business networks
With hardware taking a back seat in Africa and more operations on the continent looking to leverage private/public cloud to strengthen networks and manage enterprise data centres, the scene has been set for the role of software and virtualisation in scaling today’s...
Analytics can alleviate SA’s power crisis
Now is the ideal time for Eskom to use advanced analytics to improve decision-making and better handle South Africa’s power crisis, says Kroshlen Moodley, GM: Public Sector and Utilities at SAS. Eskom has always used a degree of analytics to manage power supply....
Is multi-banking good or bad for business?
Multi-banking is becoming a common trend in South Africa as various businesses, public sector institutions as well as individuals prefer to bank with more than one banking partner. According to an annual business tracking survey done by TMS, 14% of small businesses do...
ITAMSA, triVector partner
triVector and ITAMSA (Information Technology Asset Management South Africa) are delighted to announce their newly formed partnership, enabling South African companies to manage their Information Technology (IT) assets more efficiently and cost-effectively, maximising...
Role of software-defined data centres, IoT
Sitting at Gartner’s peak of inflated expectation, there can be no denying that the Internet of Things (IoT) has finally become a vibrant part of the business and IT landscape, something that carries huge potential for many, says Mark Reynolds, partner and General...
Sony wins 15 Red Dot Design Awards
Ever since its foundation in 1946, Sony has continued to drive the electronics market through technological development and changed the way we engage with and feel about technology. The basis of such achievement lies in the company’s continuous dedication to stylish...
SanDisk, ESL extend partnership
SanDisk Corporation has announced it will be extending its partnership with ESL, the world's largest e-sports company, in 2015. SanDisk will this year sponsor the ESL National Championship in Germany, France and the UK as the official SSD partner, helping even more...
Biz4Afrika Kenya online hub launched
At the Connected East Africa Summit, Microsoft 4Afrika launched an online hub for Kenyan small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to access locally relevant information and resources to promote SMEs and improve trade. Biz4Afrika is an Africa-wide network of SMEs designed...
Data Engineer
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.What you will be doing /...
SKA Mid – Data Analyst at NRF National Research Foundation
Postion Summary: The data analyst/ telescope operator is part of the science operations team. During construction the team will support the Commissioning team and Assembly, Integration and Verification (AIV) team. The team will also be expected to provide input and...
Senior Power Platform Developer (Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:Our client represents more than just a corporate entity; it serves as a center for transformative concepts and digital innovations. Partnering with governmental bodies and enterprises, they endeavor to catalyze significant societal and economic...
Software Developer – Mobile (Intermediate) – Gauteng Primrose
Software Developer – Mobile (Intermediate)Elevate your career by joining a Software company that creates niche products!If you are looking to grow your career and are in it for the long-run then this is the company for you. My client has been in business for 20 years...
Data Engineer – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.What you will be doing /...
SKA Mid – Data Analyst at NRF National Research Foundation – Western Cape Observatory
Postion Summary: The data analyst/ telescope operator is part of the science operations team. During construction the team will support the Commissioning team and Assembly, Integration and Verification (AIV) team. The team will also be expected to provide input and...
Senior Power Platform Developer (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client represents more than just a corporate entity; it serves as a center for transformative concepts and digital innovations. Partnering with governmental bodies and enterprises, they endeavor to catalyze significant societal and economic...
Senior Project Manager
Title: Senior Project Manager - D365/MS Dynamics Specialist Location: Cape Town, South Africa (Hybrid Working Arrangement) Contract Duration: 12 monthsOverview:We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in managing medium to high...
Agile Project Manager
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Agile Project Manager to join our financial services client based in Sandton.What you will be doing: Ensure successful...
Enterprise Architect
Our client based in Centurion seeks an Enterprise Architect responsible for setting the overall standards and direction of architecture within the IT organization's applications domain, as well as contributing to Enterprise Architecture Development. Permanent on-site...
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