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...

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...

Cost-effective sustainable IT initiatives are underutilised

Some of the most cost-effective sustainable IT initiatives currently have a lower than 30% adoption rate by organisations, according to a new survey by Gartner. “Sustainable IT progress is underway at a solid pace,” says Kristin Moyer, distinguished vice-president...

Double-digit revenue growth forecast for security products

Worldwide revenue for security products totaled $106,8-billion in 2023, an increase of 15,6% compared to 2022. And revenue growth was strong across the board with all six product categories registering double-digit year-over-year growth, according to new data from the...

FPAA comes into force

The primary amendments introduced by the the Films and Publications Amendment Act 11 of 2019 (FPAA), which came into effect 1March, are the regulation of the online distribution of films, games and publications, and the extension of the operations of the Film and...

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...

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Datacentrix enhances recruitment offering

Datacentrix, a provider of high performing and secure ICT solutions, has revamped its specialist recruitment function, not only renaming the business unit Managed Talent Solutions to better describe its offerings, but also extending the services offered within this...

Schneider sponsors Nike Soweto Marathon

The already heavy winning purse of prise money for this year’s Nike Soweto Marathon has been further amplified by Schneider Electric, one of the key sponsors of the race, with an all-expenses paid trip to an international race. In addition to the R100 000 cash prise...

DCC offers Overland Storage solution

Overland Storage has announced a collaboration with BitTorrent to embed BitTorrent Sync within Overland's award-winning SnapServer DX network attached storage (NAS) product line. Available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC), the SnapServer DX with...

Big data, BI can improve manufacturing

In a new CIO survey conducted by Epicor in the Middle East, India and Africa, an overwhelming 90% of respondents agreed that speed, reinvention, agility and innovation are critical to the success of any organization serious about optimizing performance and gaining...

Software AG named leader by Gartner

Software AG announced that Gartner a leading industry analyst firm, has named Software AG a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for On-Premises Application Suites for its webMethods Integration Platform.  The webMethods Integration suite enables firms to connect all...

HDS fills EMEA sales role

Hitachi Data Systems Corporation (HDS) South Africa has promoted Shaun Barendsen to the role of Solution and Product Group Director, Emerging Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA). Barendsen will be responsible for driving the HDS Solution Strategy and the alignment...

CloudGate bridges tablet and desktop

CloudGate, the new computer from Cloudware Technologies (a MICROmega company), combines the simplicity of the Android operating system with the creative tools of the traditional desktop to create what Cloudware’s MD Brian Timperley calls “a powerful new hybrid device...

DCC offers HP LaserJet Pro M476 series

The HP Colour LaserJet Pro MFP M476 series, available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC), is the ultimate productivity-enhancing four-in-one business printer. Printing to this MFP is simple and direct - even without a network - using Ethernet, wireless...

Tech4Africa comes to Cape Town

Now in fifth year, the annual Tech4Africa conference will be running its inaugural Cape Town event on 28 August. Tech4Africa focuses on deep technical workshops and sessions for practitioners, and then engaging talks which impart knowledge, perspective, African...

Thunderhead.com opens headquarters in SA

Thunderhead.com, a global leader in enterprise solutions for customer engagement, has announced that it has established a presence in Johannesburg and Cape Town as the organisation unveils its award-winning ONE Engagement Hub to the South African market. The...

Installation and Support Technician (POS) – Eastern Cape Gqebera

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...

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

Yearning for More in Your Career? iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities.We are seeking x2 Field Support Engineers to join our team and provide on-site technical support and assistance to clients or customers. As a Field Support Engineer,...

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

Our clients are seeking a skilled Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to create and manage BI and analytics solutions, transforming data into valuable insights.The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in data and business analysis, along with analytical...

Software Engineer

SOFTWARE ENGINEER (FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)ICT DATA AND ANALYTICS SERVICES DEPARTMENTPurpose of the Job:To design, develop, test, and deploy software application that meet the needs of the business.To proactively and holistically work with other developers and business...

Data Analyst

We are currently seeking a skilled Data Analyst to join our team. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in analyzing data to provide valuable insights that drive business decisions and improve operational efficiency. As a member of our team, you'll have the...

Senior C# Developer (Contract – Remote)

Join a Microsoft Certified Company that provides top-notch solutions to customers including website development, hosting, reverse engineering, cloud architecture design, mobile app development, and game development. They strive for technical excellence whilst having...

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