Patience and persistence key to job search success

New analysis shows that, on average, it takes around 15 months from the start of an active job search to beginning a new job role. In 2023, the average reached 17 months, while in 2025 it shortened to 14 months, according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for...

AI is changing enterprises, and already driving value

By Kathy Gibson - Artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to pay off for early enterprise adopters. More than half of companies that have implemented AI are now seeing a return on investment, with the most value reported by future-built organisations. This is the...

Tech giants raise the AI safety bar

The risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) are back in the spotlight with the news that rogue agents have been responsible for multiple attacks on government sites in Australia and the US. Even the FBI has not been immune to attacks from autonomous agents....

AI makes critical thinking a workforce priority

A new global study from the IBM for Business Value points to a disconnect between the skills chief human resource officers (CHROs) say AI requires and those employees prioritise. While 71% of CHROs identify the ability to supervise, validate and override AI outputs as...

Top trends in software engineering

Gartner has revealed the top five strategic technology trends in software engineering for 2024 and beyond. Meeting business objectives is one of their top three performance objectives for 65% of software engineering leaders, according to the research group's survey of...

ERA Bill a step towards achieving energy objectives

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) is encouraged by the recent approval of the Electricity Regulation Amendment (ERA) Bill by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP). "Key provisions of the ERA Bill, such as establishing an open market platform for...

BT looks to Covid research to combat cyber-attacks

BT has developed an epidemiology-based cybersecurity prototype, "Inflame", which uses deep reinforcement learning to enable enterprises to automatically detect and respond to cyber-attacks before they compromise a network. Using the spread of viruses in human...

Vodacom adds customers, reports higher revenue

Vodacom Group has reported revenue of R49,9-billion for the six months ended 30 September 2021, up 4,2%, as strong normalised growth of 7,9% was partially offset by rand appreciation. The group added 6,2-million customers to bring its total to 129,9-million across the...

Strategic priorities drive digital transformation

Global spending on the digital transformation (DX) of business practices, products, and organizations is forecast to reach $2,8-trillion in 2025, more than double the amount allocated in 2020. According to a new update to the International Data Corporation (IDC)...

Supply chain issues stymie printer growth

After a strong start to the hardcopy market in the first half of 2021 the initial signs of supply chain issues finally came to light in 3Q21 as the market contracted by 21,5% compared with a year ago as most brands simply didn't have enough inventory to fulfill...

New findings change conceptions about pterosaurs

A University of Cape Town palaeobiologist is part of a new study that changes the way we think about the Late Cretaceous period, around 100-million years ago. Professor Anusuya Chinsamy-Turan, of the Department of Biological Sciences, is among the scientists who...

In-vehicle payment transaction volumes to exceed 4,7bn by 2026

A new study from Juniper Research has found the global transaction volume of in-vehicle payments will exceed 4,7-billion by 2026, up from just 87-million in 2021. In-vehicle payments are those where payments are made via vehicle systems, without requiring use of a...

With technology core to the business, CIO influence grows

CIOs' influence on business strategy and operations is growing as technology pervades enterprises, according to a new IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) study. When asked which other C-Suite members will be most critical over the next few years, CEOs surveyed...

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Country Meat rolls out labelling solution

Country Meat, a leading wholesale family butcher and delicatessen in South Africa, has implemented an in-store product labelling solution from global information technology services company Episys, to improve the customer experience and ensure shoppers have the...

Stratasys launches new 3D printer

Stratasys, a manufacturer of 3D printers and materials for personal use, prototyping, and production, today announced the launch of the ground-breaking Objet500 Connex3 Colour Multi-material 3D Printer, the first and only 3D printer to combine colours with...

Services key to leveraging value from ICT

Information and communication technology (ICT) has become a critical business enabler in today’s enterprises. It enables greater efficiency, a more agile workforce and the ability to do business regardless of geographic boundaries. The term ICT refers to a multitude...

OneLaw offers e-learning with iLearn

For a rapidly expanding national company, the opportunity for growth is always in sight but dependent on the ability to apply resources strategically and consistently. OneLaw, a progressive private enterprise, whom is highly focused on training and skills development,...

Software testing trends to watch in 2014

While trend-spotting is an inexact science, a bit of analysis does help determine what’s likely to be coming in the year ahead, and which trends from 2013 will become more mainstream, be forgotten or remain fringe, says Aldo Rall, principal consultant at IndigoCube....

Xerox builds on 2013 patent tally

Xerox received 1 168 US patents in 2013, making it one of the world’s top innovative companies and adding to its portfolio of over 12 100 active US patents that help businesses and organizations simplify work. IFI Claims, a research company that compiles an annual...

QNX launches product to power IoT

As BlackBerry continues to transform its business by building a world-class team and bringing even greater focus to the company, John Chen, CEO of BlackBerry, has announced the formation of QNX Software Systems’ new Cloud business. In this growing, connected world,...

McAfee LiveSafe ships on HP computers

McAfee has announced it will deliver McAfee LiveSafe service worldwide as a preinstallon select new HPconsumer and commercial PCs. McAfee LiveSafe is the first cross-device security service that protects consumers’ data, identity and all the PCs, Macs, smartphones and...

Kaspersky IS named ‘product of the year’

Kaspersky Lab has announced that Kaspersky Internet Security, its flagship home user product, has received the “product of the year” award from the independent testing lab AV-Comparatives, after it consistently demonstrated the best results in testing throughout 2013....

New Ster-Kinekor app for Windows Phone

Ster-Kinekor Theatres and Prezence, continuing their long-term digital partnership, have announced the launch of an entirely new Ster-Kinekor app for Windows Phone. For the past eight years Prezence, one of South Africa’s leading mobile, apps, and digital agencies,...

Security Analyst

iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Security Analyst to join our team. As a Security Analyst, you will play a critical role in protecting an organization's sensitive information, infrastructure, and reputation from...

Junior System Administrator at Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a Diploma in System Administration.Must have 1-3 years of experience in system administration.Must have knowledge of legislation related to IDFC.Must have experience in financial planning and forecasting.Must...

Developer – iOS at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.Role Responsibilities:Contributing to a meaningful product that helps people improve their lives.Being involved in design discussions, user testing and product strategy development.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design...

JavaScript Full Stack Developer

Our clients who are Titans in the Automotive industry have a fantastic hybrid opportunity in the Midrand/ Menlyn area for a JavaScript Full Stack Developer. Work with a dynamic team and the latest tech in the field and enjoy international trips! Requirements: IT...

API Tester/ Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you passionate about testing APIs and analyzing systems for optimal performance? We're looking for a skilled API Tester/Systems Analyst to ensure the reliability and functionality of our systems. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting...

Security Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria

iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Security Analyst to join our team. As a Security Analyst, you will play a critical role in protecting an organization's sensitive information, infrastructure, and reputation from...

Developer – iOS at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

This is a remote position.Role Responsibilities:Contributing to a meaningful product that helps people improve their lives.Being involved in design discussions, user testing and product strategy development.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design...

JavaScript Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our clients who are Titans in the Automotive industry have a fantastic hybrid opportunity in the Midrand/ Menlyn area for a JavaScript Full Stack Developer. Work with a dynamic team and the latest tech in the field and enjoy international trips! Requirements: IT...

Data Engineer / BI Developer

Exciting Opportunity for an Intermediate BI Developer Ready to embark on a data-driven journey that powers a global shipping empire? Our client is seeking an Intermediate BI Developer with expertise in Data Warehousing and the Kimball Methodology, coupled with Azure...

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