Right-to-repair law could cut e-waste
It's a frustrating scenario most South African consumers are all too familiar with: You purchase an expensive new electrical item or electronic device, and shortly after the warranty expires, a small part breaks. But when you take it into the manufacturer, they simply...
Startup innovation shapes tech landscape
In the ever-evolving landscape of tech innovation, practical and customer-centric solutions take centre stage - from AI-driven medical diagnostics to streamlined IT management platforms enhancing operational efficiency, the focus is on solutions that directly impact...
IT industry expects return to acceleration, innovation and strategy
Companies in the business of technology and information technology (IT) professionals are optimistic that the new year will bring a return to growth and new strategic innovations. This is according to CompTIA's "IT Industry Outlook 2022", which finds an industry and...
Regional PC demand the highest in five years
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) personal computing devices (PCD) market, which is made up of desktops, notebooks, workstations, and tablets, experienced year-on-year growth of 7,3% in the third quarter of 2021 (Q3 2021), according to the latest industry analysis...
Solar PV set for 20% growth despite supply chain constraints
Global solar PV installations will see over 20% growth in 2022 and surpass the 200 GWdc barrier for the first time, at a total investment of at least $170-billion, despite continuing rising costs of production, according to a new report by the Clean Energy Technology...
IBM unveils 127-qubit quantum processor
IBM has announced its new 127-quantum bit (qubit) 'Eagle' processor, a breakthrough in tapping into the massive computing potential of devices based on quantum physics. The new processor heralds the point in hardware development where quantum circuits cannot be...
Streaming TV now most popular way to view
US viewers age 18-43 spend an average of 63% of their overall TV viewing time watching on streaming versus cable, broadcast or satellite, according to Gartner. In April of 2021, Gartner surveyed 2 006 US consumers to understand their viewing habits across more than 20...
Keeping customers safe key to building trust
New research has revealed that three-quarters of South African shoppers will stop buying from a brand if they fall victim to cybercrime while interacting with that brand online. According to Mimecast's Brand Trust survey, 83% of South Africans would lose trust in...
ISPA membership at record high
Membership of South Africa's Internet Service Providers' Association (ISPA) is at a record high of 206 Internet Service Providers (ISPs), compared to 184 members five years ago. ISPA members commit themselves to upholding the ISPA Code of Conduct and this ensures...
MTN Group exits Yemen
In August 2020, MTN Group announced its intention to exit the Middle East in the medium-term in order to focus on its pan-African strategy, simplify its portfolio and reduce risk. Aligned with this objective, effective 17 November 2021, MTN has agreed to exit its...
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Service providers become security providers
Mobile security has been under intense scrutiny in recent weeks following revelations that the National Security Agency (NSA) mined smartphone data from apps, including Angry Birds. Is this a concern among users of smart devices, or just the industry? Certainly, the...
Integr8 invests in SA tech skills
In keeping with its commitment to skills development and reinforcing its view that skills is a prerequisite for any credible business wanting to compete, Integr8 has invested in the future of South Africa’s ICT sector by making available its internship programme to 15...
Managing risk under IP licences
A lot is written about structuring robust intellectual property licensing programmes, whether from the perspective of licensors or licensees of intellectual property rights. This requires a careful consideration of legal, tax and regulatory issues that impact on the...
Communication key to achieving goals
Effective communication that reaches all employees across the business is the best way to help position a company to meet its goals. The days of ivory tower-like managerial approaches where all information is provided on a need-to-know basis and goals are...
SA telco space impedes solution delivery
In the past, companies may only have had to ensure the intranet, Internet and e-mail were operational, but now they also have to cater for technologies such as virtual private networks (VPNs), cloud computing, the running of comprehensive business systems, desktop...
Infor CloudSuite for aerospace, defence
Infor has announced Infor CloudSuite Aerospace & Defence (A&D) to offer industry customers access to applications within the cloud environment. Infor CloudSuite A&D builds upon Infor’s offerings available on Amazon Web Services (AWS), combining software...
Unearthing the value of the WiFi landscape
In the online-driven society of today, receiving something for free is generally understood to be part and parcel of the environment, says Dr Dawie de Wet, CEO of Q-KON Africa. Why then the debate over the sustainability and feasibility of providing free WiFi...
Accsys helps users avoid payroll errors
Human error in payroll is a significant challenge and can cost companies millions. Fortunately, in addition to systems that help administrators and managers to prevent errors, there are processes that can be put in place to reduce the risk, say payroll experts at...
The battle for broadband
The fast-paced telecoms sector is one of the fastest growing industries in South Africa. Even so, we still lag behind the rest of the world in terms of Internet penetration, speed and cost. In recent years, with the arrival of new undersea fibre optic cables piping...
Data centre containment solutions
Containment solutions can eliminate hot spots and provide energy savings over traditional uncontained data centre designs. However, the best containment solution for an existing facility will depend on its constraints. While ducted hot aisle containment is preferred...
Senior IT Service Delivery Manager at Rand Mutual Assurance
THE JOB AT A GLANCE:Senior IT Service Delivery Manager will be responsible for managing overall delivery of IT services to business with a focus on maintaining service level agreements, ensuring quality service, and managing stakeholder relationships. WHAT WILL YOU...
Cobol Programmer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Contract: 6-12 monthsLocation: Only Cape Town-based applicants will be consideredFinancial ServicesHybrid (2-3 days on site)We are seeking a highly skilled COBOL Programmer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing,...
2nd line Support Engineer German – Gauteng
Join the iOCO Infrastructure Services Community: Where Work is an Adventure, Not Just a Job.We're looking for a German speaking 2nd line IT Support Engineer to join our team of problem-solvers and help us keep our software running smoothly.What you'll do:Assisting in...
Data Systems Engineer (12 Months Fixed Term Contract) Wits NCDRD – Gauteng Moletsane
Main purpose of the job:Core responsibilities of the role will include database management, Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) operations, system design using tools like Power Automate and robotic process automation (RPA), supporting the senior management team, and...
Software Developer/Project Co-Ordinator – Remote Remote
Software Developer/Project Co-ordinatorThe companyis a market leader in the Currency Management Industry in Southern Africa, one of our core strengths is our ability to provide bespoke end-to-end solutions with best-of-breed products and to back this up with...
DevOps Engineer
ENVIRONMENT:ENABLE and add value to the business by recommending appropriate technical solutions to business problems as your expertise is sought to fill the role of an DevOps Engineer to join the team of a dynamic Financial Services Group. This will be achieved...
Automation Tester
Are you passionate about software testing and automation? We're looking for a skilled Automation Tester to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and contribute to the...
Senior IT Technician
Our client, a prestigious and well established manufacturing/engineering company, seeks to employ a qualified and experienced Senior IT Technician to join their fast paced operation in Cape Town, to service the main plant, as well as remote plants when required....
DevOps Engineer – Western Cape Mowbray
ENVIRONMENT:ENABLE and add value to the business by recommending appropriate technical solutions to business problems as your expertise is sought to fill the role of an DevOps Engineer to join the team of a dynamic Financial Services Group. This will be achieved...
Automation Tester – Western Cape Cape Town
Are you passionate about software testing and automation? We're looking for a skilled Automation Tester to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and contribute to the...
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