Apple trails in AI patents; Google leads with 870
Big tech firms are scooping up most of the AI patent rights - but Apple is falling behind its counterparts with a notable gap. According to Stocklytics.com, Apple pegged 142 patents to its name in 2023, less than a quarter of Google's total patents. The site's...
From ballot to boardroom: The impact of your vote
As President Cyril Ramaphosa, in accordance with constitutional provisions, declared 29 May 2024 as the date for the 2024 General National and Provincial elections, it becomes imperative to recognise the profound significance of every South African's vote. By...
Kyndryl and VMware expand partnership
Kyndryl and VMware have announced an extension of the companies' strategic partnership focused on app modernisation and multi-cloud services. The expanded collaboration can enable customers to enhance their digital innovation and business transformation with...
Vaccine mandates versus human rights
Even though the concept of compulsory vaccinations is not new, the debate has been given a new focus following many local companies considering implementing vaccine mandates for employees from the new year. Ian McAlister, GM of CRS Technologies, examines the human...
Improving budgeting, forecasting flexibility a top focus in 2022
A massive 72% of chief financial officers (CFOs) will focus on improving the flexibility of budgeting and forecasting in 2022, according to a survey by Gartner. The next most common focus areas for CFOs in 2022 will be initiatives to reallocate capital based on...
Snoopy to fly on NASA’s Artemis I moon mission
For more than 50 years, Snoopy has contributed to the excitement for NASA human spaceflight missions, helping inspire generations to dream big. NASA has shared an association with Charles Schulz and Snoopy since Apollo missions and continues under Artemis with new...
Fleet management systems set to consolidate
The number of active fleet management systems deployed in commercial vehicle fleets in Europe was 11,5-million at the end of 2020, according to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14,4%, this...
Predictions for the future of connectedness
International Data Corporation (IDC) has announced its Future of Connectedness predictions for 2022 and beyond. Over the past 18 months, organisations have had to adapt to a new normal, where employees require anywhere-anytime access to mission critical systems and...
Reducing emissions will mitigate climate change and improve health
New research shows that improved air quality caused by reducing emissions from burning fossil fuels and other sources could improve human health and prevent economic losses. That's according to projections by scientists at NASA, Duke University and Columbia...
Black Friday to provide R11,3bn retail boost
South African retailers are expected to ring up around R11,3-billion rand in additional sales over the period of November as consumers splash out on Black Friday deals, with general dealers expected to capture a 55% (R6,2-billion) share of the value. That's according...
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EMS for the Pick n Pay Cycle Tour 2014
The logistics behind adequate emergency medical services (EMS) for a race that involves in excess of 35 000 people needs to be highly effective. For the third consecutive year, Tracker Business, leading tracking and monitoring solutions company, will be supporting the...
Intervate apps improve service delivery
Intervate, a T-Systems business unit in South Africa and the country’s foremost provider of enterprise information management (EIM) solutions, has reinforced its position in the market as a mobile app developer by obtaining Gold Microsoft Applications Development...
Exploring the power of data
The annual Teradata User Group conference hosted by Bytes Universal Systems (BUS) took place in Johannesburg last week. BUS is the sole local distributor of Teradata's products in sub-Saharan Africa. The fifth of its kind, this year’s conference brought a number of...
Lorge wins Sage awards for 19th time
Sage 300 ERP (formerly Accpac), Sage CRM and Sage ERP X3 technology and solutions provider Lorge, has celebrated its 28th year in business by once again being awarded Sage Premier Partner status, winning the Peresoft award for product sales in South Africa and the...
MACmobile solution controls van sales
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When should users buy into the cloud?
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Attix5 rolls out backup services for SkyNet
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DCC offers WD Green 4Tb hard drive
Take advantage of low operating temperatures, low noise and a host of eco-friendly features, along with massive storage capacity, with the new 4Tb WD Green hard drives from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). These cool, quiet drives use WD GreenPower...
SA accountants must be compliant
The South African Institute of Business Accountants (SAIBA) has urged accountants to market themselves in accordance with legislation that requires their services more than ever before. Accountants must familiarise themselves with Section 90(2)(b) of the Companies Act...
Ukuvuma eyes Central African expansion
South African based ICT consulting and service development specialist, Ukuvuma Solutions, plans to piggy-back off months of market analysis and review to set up presence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The company believes there is a clear demand for...
Systems Administrator – KwaZulu-Natal Kloof
An exciting opportunity for a Senior System Administrator to join a fleet management solutions company. The ideal candidate will need to be comfortable with traveling to the office daily.Responsibilities:Monitor and manage the company's corporate and commercial...
Database Administrator at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you ready to take your database skills to the next level? We're on the lookout for a passionate and dynamic Database Administrator!Job Description: To manage, monitor and support mainframe IDMS and DB2 database objects and ensure their availability, performance,...
Business Analyst (SNR) at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Johannesburg North
This position requires an experienced person who has a solid understanding of Business Analysis and Enterprise Business Processes.Responsibilities include:Assessing, analysing, optimising, documenting, implementing, and testing end-to-end enterprise business processes...
Systems Analyst
Contract: 6-12 monthsIndustry: RetailHybrid: 2-3 days a week on site in Cape TownPosition Overview:As a Systems Analyst, you will play a key role in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our IT systems, with a focus on cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS...
CT Supervisor – Mozambique
Our client is currently looking for CT Supervisor - Position is based in Mozambique.CT Supervisor:Coordinate activities to ensure that the work is carried out efficiently and safely to both the Client and Companies satisfaction.Follow and record internal HSE policies...
Business Analyst IT
Industry Information Technology / E-commerce Location Hybrid (while we encourage our team members to work at the office as we believe communication is a key to collaboration; we are also open to a hybrid model: can be mostly remote). The RoleWe are seeking for an...
SQL Data Engineer – Contract
Develop, maintain, and support a portfolio of data products and services to ensure improved business efficiencies and that are aligned to the enterprise architecture and business strategy.This is a a hybrid 12-month contract.Requirements:Must be fluent and advanced in...
Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Contract: 6-12 monthsIndustry: RetailHybrid: 2-3 days a week on site in Cape TownPosition Overview:As a Systems Analyst, you will play a key role in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our IT systems, with a focus on cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS...
CT Supervisor – Mozambique – Remote Remote
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Business Analyst IT – Gauteng Rosebank
Industry Information Technology / E-commerce Location Hybrid (while we encourage our team members to work at the office as we believe communication is a key to collaboration; we are also open to a hybrid model: can be mostly remote). The RoleWe are seeking for an...
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