Big power cuts crash growth outlook
Near-term growth prospects have slumped due to intensified power cuts, according to Absa's first quarter perspective report. The bank has cut its GDP forecast for Q4 22 to -0,5% q/q and also projects a Q1 23 contraction. For 2023 as a whole, the impact of power cuts...
IBM acquires GraphQL server developer
IBM has acquired StepZen, which has developed a GraphQL server that helps developers build GraphQL APIs quickly and with less code. Founded in 2020, StepZen provides an easier way for developers to build GraphQL APIs. The technology takes a declarative programming...
Trump backs Oracle’s TikTok bid
US president Donald Trump has given his "blessing" to a proposed deal between Oracle and Walmart for the US operations of TikTok. The Chinese-owned app has been pressured into finding a US partner or owner over national security and data privacy concerns. The deal on...
Converged systems market sees Q2 decline
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Converged Systems Tracker, worldwide converged systems market revenue decreased 4,5% year over year to $3,9-billion during the second quarter of 2020 (2Q20). "The overall converged systems...
Pandemic highlights need for cybersecurity
The Covid-19 pandemic has touched virtually every aspect of human life - from health to housing to economy in general. With uncertainty looming over the future of physical services and remote work on the rise, many businesses and organisations have taken the...
Carbon emissions on track to add 38cm to sea levels
If greenhouse gas emissions continue apace, Greenland and Antarctica’s ice sheets could together contribute more than 38cm of global sea level rise – and that’s beyond the amount that has already been set in motion by Earth’s warming climate. This is among the...
SA’s take-home pay slumps in July
South Africa's take-home pay took a sizable downswing in July 2020. This follows on from June 2020's figures and, to some extent, mirrors the movements in the economy. However, other drivers, which contributed to this month's movements, should be considered as these...
Rectron closes offices as Mustek strike continues
Rectron has closed its Johannesburg offices this afternoon (18 September) as industrial action continues at its sister distributor Mustek. A statement from Rectron cautions resellers that premises are closed from 12pm as a proactive measure to ensure the safety of...
What it will take to bring broadband to everyone
Almost $428-billion will be needed to connect the remaining 3-billion people aged 10 years and above to broadband Internet by 2030. Connecting the unconnected is an ambitious goal and a major infrastructure investment challenge, according to a new study from the...
WHO commends SA for handling of Covid-19
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has commended South Africa's government for its determined efforts that have helped to bend the Covid-19 pandemic curve. WHO has issued a statement saying it is greatly encouraged by the ongoing measures to suppress the spread of...
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Local Android users at risk of cyber-attacks
In light of the rising number of cyber-attacks targeting the Android operating system (OS) in recent months, ESET, the leader in proactive digital protection, has announced the launch of its new ESET Mobile Security app for local Android smartphone and tablet users....
Infor delivers major release of Infor LN
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MediSwitch installs Oracle GoldenGate
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PwC becomes Microsoft Dynamics partner
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SAP offers fraud management solution
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Westcon Comztek offers Cisco solutions
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Telkom earns ITSM certification
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How ESN can benefit marketing departments
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Distributing payslips directly to mobiles
By sending an employee’s payslip directly to their mobile devices, companies can enjoy significant cost-savings while giving their workers more timely and convenient access to their payslips. So says Jacques Swanepoel, MD at Cellfind, a member of the Blue Label...
Smartphones and the emerging market
The world of telecommunications is an ever-growing, ever-developing one. It is because of this that the world of work and business is changing: because of technology that enables us to be always online and always available, we are expected to be always online and...
Senior Microsoft Power BI Developer
Role Purpose:The company is currently seeking anexperienced Power BI Developer Consultant to join the BPM team. The individual selected will be crucial in converting data into valuable insights for our long-standing clients in the banking and financial sectors. We...
Senior Microsoft Power BI Developer
Red Ember is seeking to hire a Senior Microsoft Power BI Developer to join the BPM team.The individual selected will be crucial in converting data into valuable insights for our long-standing clients in the banking and financial sectors.Activities will include:...
Regional Network Manager – Gauteng City Deep
Qualifications MatricTechnical Qualification is a requirement, Degree advantageousKnowledge & Experience Technical mechanical and electrical understandingGood computer literacy skillsExperience in systems aptitudeExperience in financial acumenAdministrative and...
Technical Project manager at renewable energy – solar energy – Gauteng Kyalami
Our client stands at the forefront of the renewable energy sector, championing a greener tomorrow. Experts in coneptualizing, deploying and overseeing solar energy systems tailored for both residential and commercial clientele. 1 - 5 years' experienceElectrical...
Senior Microsoft Power BI Developer – Remote Remote
Role Purpose:The company is currently seeking anexperienced Power BI Developer Consultant to join the BPM team. The individual selected will be crucial in converting data into valuable insights for our long-standing clients in the banking and financial sectors. We...
Senior Microsoft Power BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Red Ember is seeking to hire a Senior Microsoft Power BI Developer to join the BPM team.The individual selected will be crucial in converting data into valuable insights for our long-standing clients in the banking and financial sectors.Activities will include:...
Senior IT Business Analyst Team Lead
Executive Summary Remote/Hybrid This is a senior hire and our client seeks a seasoned BA with demonstrated experience in managing a dynamic team including building BA KPI scorecard for the teamManagement Consulting in addition to private sector experience preferredAn...
Junior IT Administrator (Professional IT Services)
Attending to client service change requests; performing backup maintenance; installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and customization of MS Office applications. **Please note this is an office-based (not hybrid) role reporting directly to the Professional...
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Senior IT Business Analyst Team Lead – Gauteng Johannesburg
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