Digital transformation will unlock billions in growth revenue
New research locally and in Europe suggests that businesses are set to unlock billions of rands in growth potential through digital transformation and automation initiatives over the next few years. IDC predicts that, post pandemic, South African businesses will...
Top workplace predictions for 2023
As workplace volatility continues in 2023, Gartner, Inc. has revealed its top nine workplace predictions that HR leaders must address this year and beyond to successfully navigate today's labour market and continue to drive business outcomes. "HR leaders have faced an...
B2C telemedicine comes under the spotlight
The lockdown and physical distancing restrictions of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic have created an international showcase opportunity for the telemedicine industry. Telecommunication service companies (telcos) are launching new services to directly address the...
Commonwealth seeks education innovations
The deadline to enter the 2021 Commonwealth education awards for good practice has been extended to 31 August 2020. The awards are open to exceptional education institutions, teachers and school leaders leading innovative learning and teaching projects. They can enter...
Further declines expected in services market
In April, International Data Corporation (IDC) forecast worldwide IT services and business services revenue would decline 1,1% year over year in 2020 due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. In a new update to the Worldwide Semiannual Services Tracker, the market...
Microsoft launches free online learning platform
Kathy Gibson reports - Microsoft has launched a new online learning ecosystem to help 25-million people upskill and reskill themselves, achieve certification for in-demand skills, and find jobs. It has been estimated that, around the world, the current pandemic will...
As work restarts, concerns about economy, second wave of infection remain
As Covid-19 restrictions continue to lift in some countries while others remain in lockdown, PwC's latest Covid-19 CFO Pulse Survey reveals that chief financial officers (CFOs) are most concerned about the effects of a global economic downturn (Africa: 51%; Global:...
E-commerce offers hope for local economy
E-commerce is providing a ray of hope for the local economy with transactions hitting a record high in May and June. And, while there will be some leveling off, South Africa's largest payment provider, DPO South Africa, says the new love affair with digital commerce...
Access to reliable IoT would transform mining sector
Organisations across the mining industry are struggling to take full advantage of Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled applications due to a lack of reliable connectivity. This is according to a new global study by Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite...
How much are missed risks costing you?
A Gartner survey of more than 382 strategic initiative leaders quantified the cost of missing risks in strategic initiatives. For an average $5-billion revenue company it amounts to $99-million annually in opportunity cost from delayed new product launches alone....
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Cisco unveils new Unified Access products
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Risks of moving to the cloud
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Introducing process management
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DiData wins Avaya awards
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Ruckus simplifies WiFi complexity
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Size matters when choosing a TV
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Sage adds security to payroll solutions
Sage Pastel Payroll & HR software solutions deliver increased business efficiency and cost savings for SME businesses following their integration with secure, online transaction processing services provider Sage Netcash. The result is that the South African SME...
The benefits of upgrading to Windows 8
Now that the Windows 8 operating system is available - it was released to manufacturing in August 2012, and for general use at the end of October 2012 - the question is what benefits will make it worth the consumer’s while to upgrade, says Cindy du Toit, Microsoft...
XDSL provides critical connectivity for G4S
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TAKEALOT.com acquires stake in Mr D
Mr D (formerly Mr Delivery) continues its transition from a pure food delivery business into a fully fledged business to consumer distribution business, specialising in last mile deliveries to the consumer market. Mr D has over the past 12 months rebranded and...
BI/ETL Developer
This is a 12 month contracting role for our client based in Rosebank. This is a work from office not remote role. Offices is a 5 minute walk from Gautrain station. Minimum requirements for this role: 5 years experience in a BI/ETL Developer roleQliksense experience...
Enterprise Architect – C3 Programme
The C3 programme aims to establish a new fit-for-purpose Cash Centre in Cape Town, to replace the existing facility, and to service the demand for cash from the Cash Industry for the next 30 - 40 years. The new cash centre is expected to be operational by 2028.C3 is a...
Information Security Manager at Parvana Recruitment
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Network Engineer (CCNP / SDWAN) – Gauteng Johannesburg North
URGENT appointment - The purpose of the position is to deliver senior level technical support, network design and architecturalexpertise, network maintenance, incident and problem management for the company and its customers within agreed timelines and SLA. This...
Dev Ops Engineer Telecoms – Remote Remote
Dev Ops Engineer TelecomsBe part of a Winning TeamR850 000 to R900 000 We are looking for a dynamic Devops Engineer Telecoms Minimum Requirements:Bachelor of science degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or relevant field.Experience in the telecoms...
Solutions Architect – Western Cape Cape Town
We are looking to appoint a Solutions Architect to assume that role on a strategic client engagement assisting our client deliver a complete cloud-based Life Insurance solution into one of South Africa's largest insurers.The role requires a robust technical experience...
Senior Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Alberton
I am presently in search of a seasoned senior full-stack software developer. The optimal candidate will play an active role in designing, developing, and consistently maintaining cutting-edge solutions for one of the foremost companies within their industry.Minimum...
BI/ETL Developer – Gauteng Rosebank
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Enterprise Architect – C3 Programme – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
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Information Security Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Beacon Valley
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