Patience and persistence key to job search success

New analysis shows that, on average, it takes around 15 months from the start of an active job search to beginning a new job role. In 2023, the average reached 17 months, while in 2025 it shortened to 14 months, according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for...

AI is changing enterprises, and already driving value

By Kathy Gibson - Artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to pay off for early enterprise adopters. More than half of companies that have implemented AI are now seeing a return on investment, with the most value reported by future-built organisations. This is the...

Tech giants raise the AI safety bar

The risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) are back in the spotlight with the news that rogue agents have been responsible for multiple attacks on government sites in Australia and the US. Even the FBI has not been immune to attacks from autonomous agents....

AI makes critical thinking a workforce priority

A new global study from the IBM for Business Value points to a disconnect between the skills chief human resource officers (CHROs) say AI requires and those employees prioritise. While 71% of CHROs identify the ability to supervise, validate and override AI outputs as...

Eskom Expo science fairs highlight innovation

Eskom Expo for Young Scientists will host a series of regional science fairs from 17 July to 23 August 2024 for successful learners who progressed from the District Expos across South Africa, offering a platform for young scientists to showcase their innovation and...

Supply chain players need to unlearn to fight climate change

Experts stress that to fight climate change, it is critical to transform supply chains as they produce around 60% of all carbon emissions globally. But while greener supply chains are a growing imperative, the supply chain community is "unengaged" on the topic,...

Rotation from growth to value on the cards for SA investors

Market volatility made a dramatic return in the past few weeks, with the S&P 500 index plunging more than -10,81% year to date and its counterpart, the tech-heavy Nasdaq, down nearly -16,72%. But while investors may be tempted to chase the highs and lows of this...

Internet gives side-hustling South Africans the earning edge

South Africans are no strangers to the concept of a side hustle. In fact, according to data from a recent Momentum/Unisa Household Index, an estimated 14% of all households are currently engaged in side hustles. While many people wear multiple work hats out of a...

Altron sells document solutions unit

Altron Document Solutions, which has represented Xerox in the southern Africa region for decades, has been sold by parent company Altron to Xerotech, a subsidiary of Bi-Africa Investment Holdings. "Altron is selling this business so we can focus on the core ICT...

Hardcopy peripherals take a knock

The worldwide hardcopy peripherals (HCP) market saw unit shipments decline 17,6% year on year to 22,3-million units in the fourth quarter of 2021, according to IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker. Shipment value was also down 12,3% for the same...

National Water Week – an opportunity to tap into new standards

South Africa can significantly improve water and energy efficiency by aligning its tap labelling programme with international standards, according to a new study released ahead of next week's National Water Week. The week aims to raise awareness and call to action...

The time is right for businesses to move into the metaverse

Organisations should start thinking about their metaverse strategies now, as the new paradigm advances quickly and inevitably. According to Accenture's Technology Vision 2022, the "Metaverse Continuum" - a spectrum of digitally enhanced worlds, realities and business...

South Africans are most worried about identity theft

As more payments are made online, new research from global analytics software firm FICO suggests that South Africans are concerned about fraudsters using their information to hijack their financial personas. When asked about what fraud practices concern them the most,...

Your data could be more exposed than you think

Check Point Research (CPR) has found sensitive data from mobile applications unprotected and available to anyone with a browser. By searching "VirusTotal", CPR found 2 113 mobile applications whose databases were unprotected in the cloud and exposed, all throughout...

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The challenges of doing business in Africa

“Recently released facts and figures regarding industrial, business and economic growth in Africa paint an optimistic and encouraging outlook. However, to see only a buoyant picture would be exceedingly one-sided. Reality and challenges need to be faced and a balanced...

Android app SandroRAT targets Polish banking

Europe is currently under attack by spammers trying to get control of Android devices. In Germany the distribution method is via SMS (text) messages, as you can read in this recent McAfee Labs post, while in Poland there is an on-going e-mail spam campaign...

Keep personal information private with Adobe

The ratification of sections of the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act last year has strengthened the rights of the consumer while forcing many organisations to rethink their information security strategies. As the expected deadline for compliance...

Inkjets versus lasers: the pros and cons

Printers are common in both the workplace and home. Although many businesses are working towards a paperless environment with the increase in "green" awareness, printers are still an essential office tool, says Heinrich Pretorius, Canon and OKI product specialist at...

Unifying ICT after mergers and acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions are useful when it comes to helping organisations to achieve business objectives. However, this strategy has the potential to create enormous complexity when it comes to consolidating the operations of the two disparate organisations involved...

Acaveo named a ‘cool vendor’

Soarsoft International, a specialist of Information Governance, archive, migration, messaging and collaboration solutions and distributor of Acaveo solutions Africa and the Middle East, has announced the inclusion of Acaveo in Gartner’s Cool Vendors in Information...

Airtel offers cross-network money transfer

Bharti Airtel has announced the introduction of a service that will allow customers send and receive between Airtel’s mobile money service and that of Tigo in Tanzania. The service will be available for Airtel Tanzania and Tigo customers, enabling them to experience a...

Disaster recovery key in the cloud

The advent of cloud services and hybrid cloud infrastructure has fuelled the roll out of enterprise-ready DRaaS (disaster recovery as a service) offerings. The view of technology experts is that these offerings will continue to enter the mainstream and favourably...

Technology to improve service delivery

Gijima has played a significant role in the optimisation of state ICT infrastructure by developing the only certified SAP municipal template that is fully compliant with the requirements of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). The optimisation of state ICT...

PPO overhauls learning approach

Project Portfolio Office is revolutionising the way it educates its users, potential clients and evaluators across the globe, with the introduction of online and on demand learning. The reasons? Greater geographical reach, reduced costs, and user convenience....

IT Risk Manager

The role of IT Risk Manager resides in the Governance, Risk and Business Engagement function of our client that is responsible for Governance and IT Risk Management. The IT Risk Manager will be actively involved in defining, implementing and management of the IT Risk...

IT Auditor (6-month contract)

Job Title: IT Auditor (6-month Contract) Location: Johannesburg Our client is a prominent organization specializing in IT Audit, Internal Audit, Forensic Audit, and Business Advisory. They combine specialized expertise with industry experience to meet business...

Intermediate Data Engineer – Gauteng Pretoria

Our client is leading innovation in the telecommunications sector. They are dedicated to delivering advanced services and solutions that improve connectivity and benefit customers. As they expand, they seek a skilled Intermediate Data Scientist to join their team. As...

Intermediate Software Developer – Gauteng Bryanston

Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind insurance tech company! Hybrid working opportunity where coding meets excellence ?? 1-2 years Software Development Experience required! ?? We are looking for an enthusiastic Intermediate...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

Client Details:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

ICT Web And Mobile Developer

Are you passionate about web and mobile development, with a knack for creating innovative and user-friendly solutions? We're looking for a skilled ICT Web and Mobile Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, testing,...

IT Risk Manager

The role of IT Risk Manager resides in the Governance, Risk and Business Engagement function of our client that is responsible for Governance and IT Risk Management. The IT Risk Manager will be actively involved in defining, implementing and management of the IT Risk...

IT Auditor (6-month contract) – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Job Title: IT Auditor (6-month Contract) Location: Johannesburg Our client is a prominent organization specializing in IT Audit, Internal Audit, Forensic Audit, and Business Advisory. They combine specialized expertise with industry experience to meet business...

Full Stack Java Developer (Salesforce Required) at Sabenza IT

Are you a dynamic Full Stack Java Developer with a passion for creating innovative solutions and a solid background in Salesforce? Join our esteemed international consulting client on a contract basis, where your expertise will drive transformative projects for a...

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...

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