UNDP and IBM launch energy analysis tools
IBM and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched new interactive models on energy within UNDP’s global GeoHub platform. The new solutions use technologies such as the IBM watsonx AI and data platform to enable users - from policymakers at the...
Gen Z set to shake up the workplace
Kathy Gibson reports – As more Gen Z employees join the workforce, they are set to make waves in the world of work. Gen Z are the people born between 1997 and 2012. Today, they make up just 9% of the global workforce, but this will increase to 27% by next year. The...
Digital infrastructure must scale up to cope with complexity
Enterprise agility and operational effectiveness are largely dependent on the responsiveness, scalability, and resiliency of the digital infrastructure used to enable mission-critical applications, data operations, and connectivity demanded by customers, partners, and...
These are the first victims of budget cuts
A June 2022 survey of 128 CFOs and CEOs showed that investments in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and sustainability will be the first areas to face cuts in organisations feeling their margins triple squeezed by rising inflation, talent shortages and supply...
New interventions aim to stabilise, improve power supply
Last night (25 July), President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a number of interventions to overcome the immediate power crisis being experienced in South Africa. In collaboration with Eskom, labour federations and energy sector experts, the interventions are aimed at...
Paratus opens carrier neutral data centre in Namibia
The new Paratus Namibia data centre (DC) will open in Windhoek in August 2022, giving colocation clients will have the freedom of choice as well as access to world class infrastructure hosting services. Any client hosting within the facility will be able to choose...
Vantage opens Johannesburg data centre campus
Vantage Data Centers, a global provider of hyperscale data centre campuses, has announced the delivery of the first facility on its Johannesburg campus. Positioned within the continent’s largest data centre market, Vantage has opened its first data centre (JNB11) in...
General dealer retail sales soar as SA consumers scale down
General dealers have emerged as the most resilient sector in South African retail, growing sales 14,6% in real terms from January to May 2022 and winning a greater share of the cash-strapped consumer’s wallet. Their strong performance in a struggling retail sector can...
Cybercriminals target Stranger Things fans
In early July, season four of one of the most long-awaited series, Stranger Things, was released. Despite a three-year break due to pandemic-related delays, the series was hotly anticipated and, once again, topped streaming charts. Unfortunately, the desire of ardent...
Aspiring entrepreneurs urged to enter business plan competition
South Africa has been established as one of the continent’s “big four” startup ecosystems, alongside Egypt, Kenya and Nigeria, according to the 2022 South African Startup Ecosystem Report. However, as the most recent Global Entrepreneurship Monitor revealed, education...
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Gartner recognises Riverbed as a leader
Riverbed Technology, the leader in application performance infrastructure, today announced that Gartner has positioned Riverbed SteelHead as a leader in its 2015 Magic Quadrant for WAN Optimisation marking Riverbed’s eighth consecutive year in the “Leader” position....
AIS, Ovations enter into agreement
Assimilated Information Systems (AIS) has partnered with Ovations Group, a niche business transformation solutions provider, to offer its customers additional products and services to meet a variety of their ICT and business needs. "This announcement is further...
Cameras ensure 45% accident reduction
According to a survey by Intelligent Telematics, a global integrated camera tracking solution provider, vehicle cameras have shown a reduction in accident frequency of 45%. These findings were taken from the analysis of 2 000 commercial vehicles using the company’s...
Cisco introduces Mobility IQ
Cisco has introduced Mobility IQ, a breakthrough mobility software as a service (SaaS) analytics solution that unlocks the power of visual network knowledge and drives unparalleled business outcomes for service providers. Hosted on Cisco Cloud Services, Mobility IQ...
Adobe introduces Document Cloud
Adobe has announced Adobe Document Cloud, a modern way to manage critical documents at home, in the office and across devices. Adobe Document Cloud will address the waste and inefficiency associated with document processes. Whether it’s school permission slips, health...
Databases key to sales and marketing
Having valid, actionable databases of customers, be they current or potential, is a highly valuable marketing and sales tool which can not only drive new business, but can boost profits and improve CRM. Louise Robinson, sales director of CG Consulting says databases...
Sales selling strategies need to evolve
Complex disruptive technologies have drastically changed the IT needs of customers. Aptronics’ sales director Richard Blewitt takes a look at how technology companies can change their sales selling approaches to adapt. Traditionally, IT was a cost centre in a...
Office tech affects your work-life balance
There is a school of thought that says the best leaders hire great people, but this is easier said than done. Bringing the best people on board and getting them to do their best means that companies need to allow employees to be flexible, to innovate and create a...
New programmes from Digital Skills Academy
Digital Skills Academy, a leading international organisation delivering high-level cloud-based ICT Degrees and courses for students, post-graduate students, ICT professionals, marketeers and business, has opened in Africa. The Academy, headquartered in Dublin's...
Fortinet revamps its FortiPartner programme
Fortinet has announced it has enhanced its FortiPartner Programme for the EMEA and APAC regions. The new programme, including new certification and re-aligned partner levels, is designed to help partners build expertise on the full range of Fortinet’s network security...
Network Administrator (CCNA)
Our client is looking for a Network administrator to secure and maintain the organisation's computer systems' network. Maintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network.Position: Network Administrator Type: PermanentLocation: Benoni Job...
.NET Tech Lead – Gauteng Gauteng
Are you a seasoned developer with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're seeking a talented and motivated .NET Tech Lead to join our team. In this role, you'll play a critical role in leading a team of developers and delivering high-quality software solutions...
business Analyst – SQL at Financial technology sector – Gauteng Sandown
A well established on growing company in the Financial technology sector is looking for your experience as a business Analyst - with at least 2 - 3 years solid SQL expertise Very URGENT to join the team The Business Analyst will fill the role of being a vital link...
Head of SALT Software Engineering at South African Astronomical Observatory – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
The SAAO seeks to appoint a Head of the SALT Software Engineering division who will be responsible for managing and leading a team of software engineers. The team is responsible for developing and maintaining software for a broad base of telescope sub-systems, and...
Network Administrator (CCNA) – Gauteng Primrose
Our client is looking for a Network administrator to secure and maintain the organisation's computer systems' network. Maintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network.Position: Network Administrator Type: PermanentLocation: Benoni Job...
Java Developer (Full Stack)
Full Stack Java Developer with minimum 10 years' Java development experience required to join this small but highly skilled software development team for a fast growing finance and technology company operating in South Africa, Zambia, Uganda and Kenya. You will be...
Solutions Architect at Axiz(Pty)Ltd
Responsible for delivery of high quality, accurate design and implementation services of the company product portfolio across technologies to resellers and customers located within all areas in which we take solutions to market. Prospects and develops business with...
Solution Architect
Solution Architect - Retail Join our dynamic retail organization as a Solution Architect and play a pivotal role in defining and optimizing our architectural framework. We are committed to innovation and excellence in delivering retail solutions that enhance customer...
Network Administrator
Job SummarySecure and maintain the organisation's computer systems' networkMaintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network Key Performance Areas Plan and Set Up Network InfrastructureMaintain High Availability Network InfrastructureConduct...
Java Developer (Full Stack) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Full Stack Java Developer with minimum 10 years' Java development experience required to join this small but highly skilled software development team for a fast growing finance and technology company operating in South Africa, Zambia, Uganda and Kenya. You will be...
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