Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

AI spend soars to unprecedented levels

Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,7-trillion in 2026, a 49,5% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. “Demand for AI infrastructure (including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI network fabric, AI processing semiconductors and devices)...

SAWEA welcomes new Ministry of Electricity and Energy

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) supports the separation of Mineral Resources and Energy into two separate ministries, saying it enables the country to prioritise energy security with a special focus on electricity. Through a concerted effort in...

Malatsi takes on Communications and Digital Technologies portfolio

Mmoba Solomon “Solly” Malatsi has been appointed as Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies. He is one of the new ministers appointed by President Cyril Ramaphosa, who last night announced his new cabinet. His predecessor in the post, Mondli Gungubele,...

Increasing risks for industrial control systems

During the second half of 2021, almost 40% of all industrial control systems' (ICS) computers globally were attacked by malicious software at least once. Even though the overall number of attacks has seen a slight decrease when compared to H1 2021, the ICS threat...

Google.org puts $1m grant funding behind women

Google's philanthropic arm, Google.org, is committing R15,3-million in charitable funding to support programs helping women entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, as part of a series of new initiatives aimed at supporting women-owned businesses. "Research shows that...

Who is buying crypto in SA?

The average South African crypto buyer is most likely to be male, spends about R450 on the first purchase and holds onto it for about eight months, according to data from Luno. Interest in crypto is rising on the African continent, says Richard Ball, lead data...

IT leaders have a mainframe modernisation, hybrid cloud disconnect

As mainframe modernisation and hybrid cloud adoption takes on increasing importance, IT leaders continue to leave mission-critical mainframe data siloed from cloud applications,. According to new data by Model9, IT leaders remain fixated on legacy mainframe...

Cybersecurity leader’s role needs to be reframed

The role of cybersecurity leader needs to evolve, as accountability for cyber risk shifts outside IT and an increasingly distributed ecosystem leads to a loss of direct decision-making control, according to Gartner. Security and risk management (SRM) leaders now...

Technology can transform cancer care and support

Microsoft South Africa and NPO Living with Cancer have partnered to build and strengthen the capabilities of South Africa's first patient-led cancer registry using the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. The registry, which was established in 2017 and includes a...

Frictionless checkout demand drives OEM Pay growth

A new Juniper Research study has found that the volume of global e-commerce transactions made via OEM Pay will exceed 30,7-billion by 2026; rising from 4,7-billion in 2022. This outstanding growth of 550% will be driven by rapidly increasing customer demands of...

Smartphone sales bounce back from Covid-19

Worldwide smartphone sales grew 6% in 2021, says Gartner, rebounding in the first half of 2021, following a 12,5% decline in 2020. The previous year's lower smartphone sales because of Covid-19 and the bounce back to growth in first half of 2021 helped propel the...

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brandhouse rolls out Inoxico solution

Inoxico, local risk solution specialist, has been commissioned by brandhouse, South Africa’s leading total beverage alcohol company, to assist it to enhance transparency within its shared supplier eco-system. This transparency is critical in supporting brandhouse’s...

Software AG release boosts CEM

Software AG has launched the new Customer Experience Management (CEM) Solution Accelerator for Retail. The Solution Accelerator enables retailers to deliver right-time, context-relevant promotions to precisely targeted individuals. The solution provides retailers with...

Security to mitigate social media attacks

Enterprises around the world are rapidly seeing the business benefits of social media. In fact, social media is becoming indispensable for business, says Anton Jacobsz, MD of Fortinet distributor, Networks Unlimited. It allows businesses to reach new and existing...

BYOD may be forced on companies

The bring you own device (BYOD) technology trend is on the increase as more and more users want to be able to work off their chosen devices in the workplace. But many companies are battling to integrate this new technology trend into the enterprise-wide platforms....

Marval wins ISO/IEC 20000 certification

IT service management (ITSM) innovator, Marval, has once again successfully passed its latest ISO/IEC 20000:2011 audit – the international quality standard for ITSM. The company has now held this certification since its introduction in 2005. Attaining and maintaining...

Complex environs need bespoke connectivity

Wireless is the quickest and most cost-effective way to implement a communications network and nowhere is this more evident than in the mining industry, says Gary Woolley, CCO of wireless connectivity specialist Comsol. Comsol has proven the case for wireless in...

Ukuvuma rolls out Cadac solution at KNS

Ukuvuma Solutions has successfully implemented the Cadac Organice Document Management and Control solution at the Koniambo Nickel SAS (KNS) in New Caledonia, located in the South Pacific, east of Australia. KNS is operating a mine, a metallurgical nickel smelter, a...

Immigration laws hinder offshore investment

In order for the South African economy to grow and provide sustainable employment, there has to be an increase in offshore investment into the country. This, however, is dependent on a review of the new immigration laws as they are effectively hindering the process of...

MPS is evolving to unlock business value

Managed print services (MPS) continues to evolve as companies strive to unlock hidden savings in the business. Over time, this has evolved from output consolidation to automated fleet management and on to workflow enhancements. According to Mark Kelly, sales director...

The blueprint for BYOD success

Just like mobile analytics, big data, the Internet and social networks changed the way companies do business, so the adoption of mobile devices has become a catalyst for change in corporations and small- to medium-enterprises (SMEs), says Manoj Bhoola, director:...

Software Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

We are looking for a well-versed Software Developer to join our team. As a Software Development professional you'll be responsible for the verification, testing, and release of software related to the energy management product portfolio. What you'll do:Testing...

Senior React Native Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our clients are seeking a Senior React Native Developer with a passion for innovation and growth to work with their rapidly growing team on exciting projects for a variety of global and local brands. Key Requirements React Native Expo 5+ yearsTypescript JavaScript JSX...

Intermediate-Senior Business Analyst

We're looking for an Intermediate to Senior Business Analyst to join our team! As part of our dynamic and growing organization, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and collaborate within a cross- functional team. Please note, this contract...

Senior Software Developer

Senior Software DeveloperTop visibility with a leading teamR80 000 - R90 000Top Financial organization is looking for a Senior Full Stack C# Developer to join their team. You will be responsible for the complete and effective architecting, designing, building, and...

Intermediate-Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

We're looking for an Intermediate to Senior Business Analyst to join our team! As part of our dynamic and growing organization, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and collaborate within a cross- functional team. Please note, this contract...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Gauteng

Senior Software DeveloperTop visibility with a leading teamR80 000 - R90 000Top Financial organization is looking for a Senior Full Stack C# Developer to join their team. You will be responsible for the complete and effective architecting, designing, building, and...

Integration Architect

Global legal practice is looking to appoint an Integration ArchitectCore Skills and Experience required: A solid background in SAP integrations using SAP PI/PO with at least 3 SAP full implementation experiences to multi-national/regional corporations. Solid SAP PI/PO...

Solutions Architect

SOLUTIONS ARCHITECTA large Banking Institute has a contract vacancy for a Solutions Architect.The main purpose of this position is to architect solutions to support the business goals and objectives; and ensure alignment of business, information, and technology...

Integration Architect – Remote Remote

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SOLUTIONS ARCHITECTA large Banking Institute has a contract vacancy for a Solutions Architect.The main purpose of this position is to architect solutions to support the business goals and objectives; and ensure alignment of business, information, and technology...

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