Growth opportunities for African fintech abound
The fintech landscape in Africa is experiencing a surge in growth opportunities - with South Africa emerging as a key player in this dynamic sector. Despite global challenges, venture capital investment in South Africa remained resilient, marking a 6% increase to...
Top four HR investment trends
For the third consecutive year, HR leaders have cited HR technology as their top investment priority, according to a survey by Gartner, with the other top three investments being learning and development (L&D), total rewards, and talent management. "Now more than...
The future of innovation is digital …
Delivering innovative digital products can help businesses satisfy customers and create stronger competitive differentiation. Organisations that can then take the next step and transform their software innovation to into value engines will spawn additional business...
New portal will promote made-in-SA products
A new online platform showcasing South African technology will be launched this week by the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies. The DigiTech portal will list products from South African companies, including SMEs and entrepreneurs, says Mininster of...
Fraud Week targets pandemic-fuelled schemes and scams
How much does fraud cost businesses and individuals each year? A 2019 study by consultancy Crowe put the annual global figure at more than $5-trillion - and that was before Covid-19's upheaval created a perfect climate for fraud. According to the Association of...
Flash calling threatens operators’ revenue
A new study from Juniper Research has revealed a new threat to network operator revenue through flash calling. Flash calling authentication leverages mobile voice networks to authenticate a user or transaction via an originating phone number. The last few digits of...
Laws fail to address online abuse of women and girls
Online sexual exploitation and abuse (OSEA) of women and girls is increasing at an alarming rate across Africa and globally, but national and international laws are failing to effectively address the challenge because they are not keeping pace with advancing...
The importance of ESG to corporate value creation and stakeholders
New research from IDC shows that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues have become a CEO-level topic for organisations worldwide. In a recent global survey, nearly three quarters of respondents considered ESG factors to be very important for the...
Managers fall short on DEI initiatives
Despite managers' unique position on the frontline, managers in most organisations serve as mere supporters of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives rather than owners of DEI outcomes, according to Gartner. Manager decisions - defining hiring requirements,...
This is what trust will look like in the new normal
International Data Corporation's (IDC) top 10 predictions for the Future of Trust point to a new normal as the world continues to navigate the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Organisations - private sector, government, and educational institutions - have reached a...
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Outsourced optimised payroll from CRS
Reliable, focused and organised payroll administration can now be guaranteed thanks to the National Outsourcing Service Centre established by CRS Technologies South Africa. The company is a leading local provider of HR & payroll services and solutions. The centre...
Facilities management trends in 2014
As we move into 2014, the workplace and industry in general is bombarded by new buzzwords and trends that can sometimes be over-used yet not fully understood, says Phil Gregory, senior regional executive: Johnson Controls Global WorkPlace Solutions, Middle East &...
Cloud service just theory without satellite
Without satellite, cloud service is just a theory. That is the view of Dr Dawie de Wet, CEO of Q-KON, who says that cloud services are entirely dependent on reliable networks and none of the current available options - including ADSL, 3G or satellite on its own -...
Making WiFi work for business
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg may have raised some eyebrows when he said that connectivity should be a human right, but many smart device users would agree. Research has shown that as many as 32% globally rely on more than one device during the average working day...
Citrix releases XenApp update
Citrix has announced the next generation of the Citrix XenApp product, the market-leading app virtualisation solution. As the workforce becomes increasingly mobile, businesses are struggling with how to deliver core Windows apps to an ever wider variety of devices....
CA Nimsoft app gets 5 000 downloads
CA Southern Africa has announced CA Technologies free CA Nimsoft Monitor Snap solution - released at the end of last year - has already been downloaded by 5 000 customers – including SMBs, Fortune 1000 companies and IT service providers – in 147 countries. These...
Meganews Magazines wins with Ricoh
Meganews Magazines – the world’s first print on demand news stand and based on Ricoh technology – has been awarded The Swedish Business Model Challenger of the Year by Cordial Business Awards. Cordial Business Awards 2013 is awarded in two categories: Best Business...
The hard drives of the future
There can be no doubt that hard drives are essential in today’s digital world, and demand for even more storage capacity is driving technological innovation that provide more space, more speed and greater efficiency, says Kalvin Subbadu, sales manager – Components, WD...
BDS launches new Xerox digital press
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS) has announced the availability of Xerox’s latest light-production colour printer/copier, the Xerox Color 570. The printer makes it easier to produce a range of applications – from rugged polyester labels and signs, to window clings,...
XON wins Juniper Networks partner award
XON, the pan-African ICT group, has been awarded Partner of the Year by Juniper Networks at its Third Annual Global Partner Conference held in Las Vegas. The award is in the Middle East, Africa (MEA) Regional or Vertical Market segment and XON was one of about 800...
SAP Specialist (CML HANA MIS)
PURPOSEImplement, maintain and enhance the configuration of the SAP CML moduleProvide first- and second-line support to the SAP CML end usersProvide system information in report format of the company's Credit portfolioQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements A Bachelor's...
Business Intelligence Analyst at DAV
The role is responsible for analysing and interpreting data related to the organization's performance in order to inform strategic decision-making. The incumbent will work collaboratively with the Sales Director and other business stakeholders to ensure that there are...
Software Engineer (Snr) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position. About our client: Headquartered in the USA, our client offers a great remote work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at...
Developer – Internship Role (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...
Senior Software Developer (Office Based) – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Our client in the IT industry based in Port Elizabeth is currently looking to employ a Senior Software Developer. Main purpose of the position:The purpose of this position is to develop solutions by guiding development of program specifications, overseeing testing...
SAP Specialist (CML HANA MIS) – Gauteng Midrand
PURPOSEImplement, maintain and enhance the configuration of the SAP CML moduleProvide first- and second-line support to the SAP CML end usersProvide system information in report format of the company's Credit portfolioQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements A Bachelor's...
Business Intelligence Analyst at DAV – Gauteng Midrand
The role is responsible for analysing and interpreting data related to the organization's performance in order to inform strategic decision-making. The incumbent will work collaboratively with the Sales Director and other business stakeholders to ensure that there are...
Software Engineer (Snr) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This is a remote position. About our client: Headquartered in the USA, our client offers a great remote work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at...
Developer – Internship Role (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...
Cloud Solution Architect
Join Africa's leading banking institution at the forefront of digital transformation as a Cloud Solution Architect. Based in the vibrant business district of Sandton, this role offers the perfect blend of innovation and tradition, with a hybrid working model that...
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