Cobots ensure Ford Ranger doors are weatherproof
Working shoulder-to-shoulder with workers on the door assembly line at Ford's Silverton Manufacturing Plant are two cobots (collaborative robots) responsible for the installation of weatherproof shields into Ranger doors, a process requiring pin-point accuracy,...
Hloolo aims to close the funding gap for green SMEs
One of the biggest challenges facing green SME businesses is their ability to tap into available pools of sustainable finance. Although South Africa boasts a mature financial sector with a strong institutional construct, it is geared to support developed businesses...
Path to meaningful global connectivity forged
The World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC) concluded with the adoption of a forward-looking agenda to address the global connectivity gap that has kept 2,9-billion people around the world from using the Internet. Organised by the International...
Empathic leadership vital for more effective hybrid work
As organisations embrace hybrid working, leaders are looking to strategically change their businesses. IDC believes that leadership is the backbone of business transformation as organisations are facing unprecedented challenges in managing their workforce and...
Talent, technology underpin project management office success
A new report by Project Management Institute (PMI) places the spotlight on talent and technology as main contributors to the success of the project management office (PMO). A PMO is an organisational business unit assigned responsibilities related to the centralised...
SA cities held back by innovation, transport, environmental issues
A top-ranked global city is an international hub for business and culture. It has a large and diverse economy with a strong cultural scene, education and world-leading infrastructure. It's a city that's difficult to replicate, so it attracts some of the best talent....
Are young people happy at work?
Younger employees are generally happier at work than their older colleagues. This is according to the recent Floatpays State of Employee Wellbeing Barometer which shows that youth (18 to 24) generally rate their work environment better than their older peers. Yet, in...
Smart home devices show strong growth in META
The Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) smart home devices market continues to register significant gains on the back of increasing awareness and improving end-user experiences, according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC). The global...
Miners have opportunity to lead energy transition
Mining companies posted stellar financial results for 2021, with revenues rising by 32% and net profits soaring by 127% on the back of high commodity prices and prudent cost management. But it's unclear how long this record run will continue. According to PwC's 19th...
Innovation competition entries are now open
Entries to the 2022 Gauteng Accelerator Programme (GAP) Innovation Competition have officially opened, with a total of R3-million in seed funding up for grabs for aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs to launch new businesses. As The Innovation Hub's flagship annual...
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Fujitsu offers ruggedised business tablet
At Mobile World Congress, Fujitsu has unveiled a no-nonsense, fully ruggedised industrial business tablet, the Fujitsu Tablet Stylistic V535. Designed to roll with the punches and soak up the knocks and scrapes of use in environments that would normally overcome...
Sony releases Xperia M4 Aqua
Sony Mobile Communications has refocused its mid-range device strategy with the introduction of Xperia M4 Aqua - a smartphone bringing Sony’s leadership in camera, design, battery and performance to an accessible price point. “Xperia M4 Aqua represents our renewed...
BlackBerry releases BES12 Cloud
BlackBerry has announced BES12 Cloud, a cloud-based enterprise mobility management solution that will offer easy management of iOS, Android, Windows Phone, BlackBerry 10 smartphones and tablets, as well as a wide range of Samsung KNOX and Android for Work smartphones...
Huawei unveils MirrorSys at MWC 2015
Huawei is introducing, for the first time, a new concept called "full field communication" at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2015, revealing a prototype called MirrorSys. This system is designed to meet the extreme limits of human visual and auditory perception in a...
Acer, partners showcase BYOC solutions
Acer is showcasing its latest build your own cloud (BYOC) developments at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2015 in Barcelona, which extend beyond applications to connecting the Internet of Things (IoT) devices with cloud computing. Under the theme of Acer BYOC...
Operators endorse Ericsson Radio Dot System
The Ericsson Radio Dot System is being deployed worldwide as leading operators support this innovative indoor small cell solution. Operators deploying the Dot for trials and commercial networks include Claro, MTS, Singtel, Telefónica, Verizon and Vodafone. Arun...
Huawei unveils smartwatch at MWC
Huawei continues to break new ground in the wearables space by unveiling today the Huawei Watch, powered by Android Wear at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2015. The fully circular watch features a 1,4-inch touch-sensitive AMOLED display, scratch-proof sapphire crystal...
Columbus Technologies announces DriveLock
Columbus Technologies has announced the availability of an innovative new solution for endpoint security. Based on DriveLock, which is developed by Center Tools, a German developer, the solution provides an integrated approach to securing corporate applications and...
7Arrows Security rolls out solution from GIT
7Arrows Security provides a full suite of security services and products to residential and commercial clients in the Greater Johannesburg area. The company specialises in guarding, security systems, monitoring, community safety initiatives and more, and uses a...
Curbing alcohol abuse in the workplace
The festive season may be over for another year, but this is no reason for organisations to reduce their efforts to curb alcohol consumption in the workplace, says Rhys Evans, director of ALCO-Safe. The reality is that South Africa has a drinking culture, and alcohol...
Junior software developer – Gauteng Midrand
About Us: We're an innovative and dynamic company in search of a talented Junior Developer. It would be advantageous if you have experience with Smartsheet development. If you're passionate about application development, excel in a team environment, and possess the...
Intermediate Support Engineer
Our client in the Western Cape is seeking an Intermediate Support Engineer (Permanent On Site Position). In this role, you'll provide technical support to their customers. You should have experience with databases, creating Postman collections, and scripting in Bash,...
Application Support Analyst at Accenture
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:To ensure specialist 2nd tier user support on more complex processes and functionality within one of the specialised areas of Asset Management, Inventory Management and System Administration, or Procurement Integration.Main...
Web Developer (Full Stack Python Django Developer)
Web Developer (Full Stack Python Django Developer) - Hybrid position Excellent opportunity with highly reputable financial services firm! About the job:This new vacancy has been created within our client's IT Development team based at their Cape Town office. The role...
IT Technician (DBN)
ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical IT Technician is sought by a Durban-based Financial Services company where you will be responsible for installing and maintaining computer hardware, software, and networks. You will maintain, log, and/or list required repairs and...
Intermediate Support Engineer – Western Cape Somerset West
Our client in the Western Cape is seeking an Intermediate Support Engineer (Permanent On Site Position). In this role, you'll provide technical support to their customers. You should have experience with databases, creating Postman collections, and scripting in Bash,...
Application Support Analyst at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:To ensure specialist 2nd tier user support on more complex processes and functionality within one of the specialised areas of Asset Management, Inventory Management and System Administration, or Procurement Integration.Main...
Web Developer (Full Stack Python Django Developer) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Web Developer (Full Stack Python Django Developer) - Hybrid position Excellent opportunity with highly reputable financial services firm! About the job:This new vacancy has been created within our client's IT Development team based at their Cape Town office. The role...
IT Technician (DBN) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical IT Technician is sought by a Durban-based Financial Services company where you will be responsible for installing and maintaining computer hardware, software, and networks. You will maintain, log, and/or list required repairs and...
Software Quality Engineer II)
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 overall quality of the...
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