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Opportunity as tech, AI stocks tumble
The market turbulence, which saw major US stock indices experience their worst day in over 18 months last Wednesday (24 July 2024), created a buying opportunity for savvy investors, particularly in the technology and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors. Nigel Green,...
The impact of hybrid working on company culture
Seventy-six percent of HR leaders feel that hybrid work challenges employees' connection to organisational culture, according to a recent survey by Gartner. A February 2022 Gartner poll of more than 200 HR leaders reveals the most challenging aspect of setting their...
MS Sites eats into Google’s search market
Microsoft Sites has increased its market share by 76% with its market share growing from 15,2% in January 2012 to 26,8% in January 2022, according to research by TradingPlatforms.com. The biggest loser from Microsoft Sites' surge is Google Search Engine. Although its...
NASA detects ‘heat islands’ in extreme Indian heat wave
A relentless heat wave has blanketed India and Pakistan since mid-March, causing dozens of deaths, fires, increased air pollution and reduced crop yields, and weather forecasts show no prospect of relief any time soon. NASA's Ecosystem Spaceborne Thermal Radiometer...
Google top tech donor combating Covid
Google has donated $1,4-billion towards combating the Covid-19 pandemic making it the largest donor for that cause, according to StockApps.com. "Google has been putting its words into action in the campaign against Covid-19. They have so far made 31 donations totaling...
IBM looks to address AI adoption challenges
In today's hybrid cloud reality, distributed data holds the key to unlocking value through new business and operational insights. However, according to the "Global AI Adoption Index 2021," conducted by Morning Consult and commissioned by IBM, data complexity and data...
Steady growth for aftermarket car telematics devices
The number of active aftermarket car telematics units will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11,6% from 87,4-million at the end of 2021 to 151,6-million at the end of 2026, according to new research from Berg Insight. Berg Insight's definition of an...
CPI close to 6% for third month
The annual change in the consumer price index (CPI) was 5,9% in April, unchanged from 5,9% in March. The monthly rate decreased to 0,6% from 1,0%. This is the third time in five months that the annual rate was 5,9%, testing the 6% upper limit of the South African...
Financial stress for workers impacts business profitability
Financial stress is a key detractor from employee wellness and research suggests it's an impairment to cognitive functioning, which can lead to a reduction in productivity. A recent study which measured and analysed the experiences of a sample of South Africa's...
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WiFi trends for 2015
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Senior IT Business Analyst – Investment Management – Western Cape Cape Town
Key ResponsibilitiesProduces logical and technical specifications from functional specifications for the application environments. Does component level design utilising mainly Technology and Data Architecture Models.Assists with the designing of new systems and major...
Project Managers (x 3 Wits RHI)
Main purpose of the job:The project manager/study coordinator is responsible for coordinating all clinical trial activities according to good clinical practice, the study protocol, and the site's standard operating proceduresLocation:22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow,...
SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) 2628 TT
Understand the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for Business Blueprint documentABAP debugging beneficial (Workbench related knowledge of new development/enhancements)Setting up the organization structure of...
Space Project Manager
A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint an Space Project ManagerReporting to the Space Programme Manager, the Space Project Managers combine their project management, systems engineering, and contract management skills with their engineering or...
Intermediate /Senior Software Developer/ Team Lead (Office Based)
Our client in the IT industry based in Port Elizabeth is currently looking to employ a Senior Software Developer/ Team Leader. Main purpose of the position:The purpose of this position is to develop solutions by guiding development of program specifications,...
Graduate Software Developer
Graduate Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind insurance tech company! ?? Hybrid working model opportunity where coding meets excellence ?? ?? No working experience required ?? We are looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Software...
IT Service Delivery Manager
Are you ready to take your Technical IT career to the next level?Are you an experienced IT senior analyst, with strong technical background?Are you experienced in deep network cabling?Our client is looking for an experienced IT Lead! WHO YOU ARE: Someone with...
Project Managers (x 3 Wits RHI)
Main purpose of the job:The project manager/study coordinator is responsible for coordinating all clinical trial activities according to good clinical practice, the study protocol, and the site's standard operating proceduresLocation:22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow,...
SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) 2628 TT
Understand the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for Business Blueprint documentABAP debugging beneficial (Workbench related knowledge of new development/enhancements)Setting up the organization structure of...
Space Project Manager
A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint an Space Project ManagerReporting to the Space Programme Manager, the Space Project Managers combine their project management, systems engineering, and contract management skills with their engineering or...
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