Absa PMI inches up as challenges linger
The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) increased by 1.9 points to reach 45.7 points in June 2024, compared to 43.8 in May 2024. While there is some improvement, it was the second consecutive month that the PMI remained below the 50-point mark....
Governance key to health sector success
The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) has released a consensus study report titled "Achieving Good Governance and Management in the South African Health System”. Conducted by a seven-member expert panel, explores the critical governance issues impacting the...
Newer treatment options offer hope in tackling obesity
Minimally invasive and scarless endoscopic procedures are expanding the range of treatment options available for patients with the complex, chronic disease of obesity, offering hope where other weight loss methods have failed or where surgery is not an option for...
Microsoft launches new initiatives in support of African startups
Under the remit of its recently established Africa Transformation Office (ATO), Microsoft has announced new initiatives to accelerate the growth of 10 000 African startups and fast-track investment in Africa's startup ecosystem over the next five years. Microsoft's...
Tax reporting a key component in addressing ESG matters
Since 2014, when PwC began its annual assessment of tax transparency provided by the top 100 companies on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), transparency in tax reporting has moved from being a conversation around tax evasion to a critical topic that sits at the...
DDoS attacks hit record high in Q4 2021
Compared to Q3 2021, the total number of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks in Q4 shows an increase of 52% - 4,5 times more than the same time the previous year, according to Kaspersky. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks pose a huge threat to...
WASPA partners with Evina to make DCB more secure
With a surge in cybercrime throughout the world, and looking to bolster the security and efficiency needs of SA consumers, the Wireless Application Service Providers Association (WASPA) has partnered with international cybersecurity company, Evina. David Lotfi, CEO of...
Drone boom driving operational efficiency, safety and cost savings
As the commercial use of drones continues to accelerate making them increasingly integral to the effective and efficient functioning of certain sectors, the global drone industry is predicted to be worth about $43-billion by 2024, with some 2,7-million drones already...
R1m up for grabs in SA’s biggest pitching competition
The 2022 edition of the Engen Pitch & Polish will again see 16 hungry entrepreneurs competing for a first prize worth R1-million - including R650 000 in cash and a R350 000 Raizcorp incubation bursary. The second prize is R100 000 in cash and the third prize R50...
Another ‘scramble for Africa’
There is another scramble for Africa according to international media, but this time it is about who can best profit from the continent's business opportunities. And the charge is being led by foreign powers, with 70% of coverage about business in Africa referencing...
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WASPA names first operations manager
The Wireless Application Service Providers’ Association (WASPA) has created a new role to strengthen its positioning as a credible and effective self-regulating body. By taking direction from the association's management committee, operations manager Ilonka Badenhorst...
Acer chairman leads Global Strategy Office
Acer’s board of directors has approved George Huang, Acer chairman, to concurrently lead the newly established Global Strategy Office. Assuming the role of corporate chief strategy officer, Huang will focus on seeking new business investment opportunities for the...
Samsung offers printing solutions for SMBs
Samsung Electronics South Africa announces the availability of its Core Printing Solutions (BCPS) for small and medium sized businesses (SMBs). This server-less solution assists customers in saving IT costs, increase productivity, boosts security and support document...
Mitel named as leader in UC by Gartner
Mitel has announced it has been positioned by Gartner in the Leaders Quadrant of the latest Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications (UC). "Mitel has made bold moves this past year with a series of in-house innovations and acquisitions that have deepened our...
Fortinet delivers 1Tbps firewall throughput
Fortinet has redefined the standard for firewall performance by being the first network security vendor to deliver a firewall that exceeds 1Tbps throughput. The new FortiGate 5144C performance and offers 10GbE, 40GbE and 100GbE connectivity options. This firmly...
Availability gap threatens business
Most existing backup solutions are failing to give businesses the data protection they need, says Warren Olivier of Veeam, creating an “availability gap” between business requirements and IT performance. “It’s no longer unusual for customers or employees to need...
Reduce IT risks with Exergy KnowledgeBase
SilverBridge, a provider of software solutions to the financial services industry, has introduced Exergy KnowledgeBase, a tool that will help organisations reduce risk during IT projects. King III requires company executives to run their IT projects properly and to...
KFC menu boards go digital
KFC has installed over 5 000 digital menu boards in 608 of their stores across South Africa – meaning that menus can be changed and updated instantly and content can be laid out and managed effectively from a central point.
User experience key for tech adoption
Did you notice that your eagerly awaited new smartphone didn't come with a manual? You simply picked it up and immediately began using its features with delight, making it one of the most important work tools at your disposal and something you simply can't survive...
Avoiding the high cost of human error
Companies, small and large, are potentially losing millions of rands to human error, or employee misunderstanding, by its more diplomatic name, says Mark Robson, executive director and co-founder of PRP Solutions. This is defined as actions by employees who have...
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Our client a leading provider of software solutions to the retail and hospitality sectors is seeking to add an Installation and Support Technician to their PE based team. An exciting career opportunity awaits you!Only Candidates based in PE, Uitenhage and Despatch...
VDI – Virtual Device Software Developer (Senior) 2719 / 2720 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
Be part of a global team responsible for the development and operation of the client's Digital Workspace that includes the product Virtual Device (VDI). Our Product vision: We provide virtual desktops and apps within 10 minutes to our customers worldwide. The focus...
Senior Applications Business Analyst – LW – Gauteng Johannesburg
Requirements EngineeringLead and facilitate requirements elicitation efforts with client stakeholders through workshops, discussions, and other methods to ensure comprehensive engagement and accurately capture essential functional requirements. Model business...
Field Support Engineer x2 – Gauteng Sandton
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Senior Business Analyst (HYBRID) at Construct Executive Search – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems.Must have 8 - 10 years of experience in the functional analysis, design, and qualification of large-scale business solutions.Must have knowledge of SDLC and the role...
AWS Data Engineer (Senior) 2517
AWS Data Engineer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: Exceptional experience/understanding (in order of importance):TerraformPython 3xSQL - Oracle/PostgreSQLPy SparkBoto3ETLDockerLinux / UnixBig DataPowershell / BashExperience in working with Enterprise Collaboration tools...
BI Developer
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