SAP embeds AI to help business stay agile
Kathy Gibson reports – Over the last few years, businesses around the world have faced one disruption after the other. “This why we say that businesses unusual is the new business as usual,” says Hans-Peter Fulle, chief business officer: EMEA at SAP. “And that is why...
It’s official: we’re addicted to our smartphones
According to a new Consumer Smartphone Usage survey by Adoozy, we're so attached to our smartphones- and what they give us in our daily lives - that we can't go more than one hour without them. Made up of predominantly young South Africans (ages 18 - 35 years), nearly...
Speed and convenience the main drivers for transit choices
Mobility and transportation consume 20% of the world's energy - most of which is powered by fossil fuels. With the growing trend of mass urbanisation comes increased congestion especially as more cities emerge out of lockdown, which can rapidly accelerate the energy...
Malware exploits streaming platforms
From the beginning of January 2020 through to the end of June 2021, Kaspersky products detected more than 93 000 infection attempts disguised as the top five streaming platforms: Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video and Hulu. When it comes to original shows...
In-school nutrition key to stemming SA’s learner dropout rate
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been particularly severe on South Africa's learners, with research showing that as many as half a million more children than expected have dropped out of school during the pandemic. This is according to the results of a recent...
Global smartphone sales in Q3 decline
Global smartphone sales to end-users declined 6,8% in the third quarter of 2021, compared to the same time period in 2020, according to Gartner. Component shortages disrupted production schedules, leading to lower inventory and delayed product availability, which...
Digitalisation key to improving SMEs chances of success
Approximately 75% of South Africa's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) fail within the first five years. And these companies contribute only 25% to gross domestic product (GDP) when compared to 60% in more developed economies. This is the word from Lunga Siyo, CEO of...
Resilient systems key to infrastructure and operations success
In a world where constant change is becoming routine, Gartner urges infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders to shift their traditional focus from efficiency to one of adaptive resilience. "I&O leaders must re-imagine how they manage their talent, their...
Record quarter for AMD computer and graphics segment
AMD is a household name among gamers. It benefitted from the boost in engagement the gaming industry experienced in 2020, and which has clearly carried over the momentum into 2021. According to data presented by Wette.de, in Q3 2021, AMD recorded its largest ever...
Smart gas meter penetration hits 33% in Europe
According to a new report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the installed base of smart gas meters in Europe amounted to 39-million units in 2020, equal to a penetration rate of 33%. The installed base will continue to grow at a compound annual growth rate of...
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RSA grows managed security services
RSA has announced a new program designed to enable a new generation of managed security services, leveraging intelligence-driven security solutions such as RSA Security Analytics, to help enterprises better detect and mitigate advanced threats. RSA also announced it...
XDSL revamps its Diginet, MPLS VPN products
XDSL has revamped its Diginet and MPLS VPN products and pricing. XDSL’s pricing, still some of the best in the sector, is accompanied by a clear service level agreement (SLA) matrix which customers can select from. It’s a model that will meet the needs of all market...
Be prepared for the Internet of Things
ICT analysts have emphasised how 2014 will see the execution of data management strategies, including analytics, volume control and application, says Bennie Strydom, chief sales officer at Integr8. The prediction is that businesses will aggressively begin to extract...
Hisense releases 4G smartphone at MWC
At the kick-off of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on 24 February, Hisense officially released the long-awaited 6.8-inch 4G smartphone, which received much attention when it was previewed at CES 2014. Named as MAXE X1, this 4G smartphone is the only smartphone to...
Mobility influences BYOD policies
In a recent CIO survey conducted in Middle East, India and Africa, when asked what will be the "next big thing" that will impact the role of the CIO the resounding answer was mobility, says Sanjay Ejantkar, senior manager Product Marketing, Epicor Software...
CCTV can boost restaurant industry
Owners and managers of restaurant chains, especially franchises, face many challenges including monitoring the many branches. This is time consuming and requires much travel. Furthermore, ensuring productivity of staff is in line with the establishment’s standards,...
Fortinet upgrades NGFW with authentication
Fortinet – a world leader in high-performance network security – announced a significant update to the company’s FortiOS network security operating system, along with new releases for integrated reporting, advanced threat protection (APT) and strong authentication....
Itec launches solution suite for SMEs
SMEs make up roughly 91% of the formal business entities in South Africa, contributing between 52 and 57% to the GDP. Yet, many of these organisations are still faced with massive challenges, particularly relating to access to the infrastructure that they need. In...
BlackBerry introduces new products, services
BlackBerry, a world leader in mobile communications, has announced new enterprise solutions, partnerships and smartphone models to enable enterprises and individuals to maximise their productivity, communication and collaboration. The launch of these solutions...
Samsung launches Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo
Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced the launch Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo, at the Mobile World Congress 2014 in Barcelona, Spain. Designed to take the freedom, convenience and style of wearable technology to the next level, the Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2...
Copy of Mid Tier Software Engineer
GoldenRule is in search of a Senior Software Engineer to join a leading Digital Business Giant.Senior Software engineers ensure that all software engineers within the delivery team understand and follow existing IT standards, policies and procedures. They work closely...
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Design and maintain technical system requirements based on business needs.Develop backend applications based on approved specifications and prototypes.Develop, test, debug and maintain application code.Develop, update and maintain technical documentation.Integrate...
Java Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2548 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
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Systems Administrator and Sharepoint Specialist at Food Lovers Holdings (Pty) Ltd – Western Cape Brackenfell
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Copy of Mid Tier Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
GoldenRule is in search of a Senior Software Engineer to join a leading Digital Business Giant.Senior Software engineers ensure that all software engineers within the delivery team understand and follow existing IT standards, policies and procedures. They work closely...
Junior Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Our client is a leading player in the retail industry, dedicated to providing exceptional solutions to their customers. With a commitment to innovation and technological advancements, we are seeking a skilled Junior Manual Tester (Administrator) to join our dynamic...
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Key Purpose In this role, you will oversee a significant transformation project, focusing on software application migration and optimization, vendor management, budgeting, and overall software application management. As the General Manager of Software Applications,...
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