Questions persist as CEOs push GenAI adoption
CEOs are facing workforce, culture, and governance challenges as they act quickly to implement and scale generative AI across their organisations, according to a new study from IBM's Institute for Business Value. The annual global study of 3 000 CEOs from over 30...
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...
Africa sees massive rise in DDoS attacks
The latest figures from Seacom show that distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks in Africa have increased by 300% in 2021, compared to the same period in 2019. The continent experienced a similar spike in February 2020, co-inciding with global Covid-19 related...
Banking malware threats surge on mobile banking popularity
Banking malware threats are sharply increasing as cyber criminals target the rising popularity of mobile banking on smartphones, with plots aimed at stealing personal banking credentials and credit card information. This is according to the Nokia 2021 Threat...
Scammers used Google Ads to steal cryptocurrency
Check Point Research (CPR) is warning of scammers who use Google Ads to steal crypto wallets, after seeing hundreds of thousands of dollars' worth of cryptocurrency taken from victims this past weekend. Scammers are placing ads at the top of Google Search that imitate...
A better outlook for global connectivity services
Worldwide spending on telecommunications and pay TV services is forecast to reach $1,5-trillion in 2021, representing an increase of 1% over 2020, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Telecom Services Tracker. The latest forecast...
Emerging offshore locations rank well for competitiveness
India, Philippines, South Africa and Egypt feature strongly among the top three rankings, according to the customer experience (CX) and back-office outsourcing and offshoring results of the GBS World Competitiveness Index. The index and rankings were drawn from...
The key account dilemma for sales officers
Ninety-five percent of chief sales officers (CSOs) expect a higher growth rate from their organisation's key accounts relative to other accounts. However, 58% of B2B sales organisations report that they miss achieving quota for key accounts, according to Gartner. A...
SAIGA will help new councillors build skills
The Southern African Institute of Government Auditors (SAIGA) says it is ready to collaborate with local government to help address capacity and skills challenges which may be faced by the newly elected South African political party councillors. In fact, the...
Installed base of fleet management systems set to rise
According to a new report from Berg Insight, the number of active fleet management systems deployed in commercial vehicle fleets in North America was 12,3-million at the end of 2020. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14%, this number is expected to...
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A cloud ecosystem for every company
South Africa’s cloud-based infrastructure is growing rapidly, aided by a wave of new infrastructure providers targeting resellers. This means that cloud-based solutions are now a viable option for businesses of all sizes, says Cloud on Demand CEO Jonathan Kropf. “At...
ORBIT FET College streamlines registrations
With three campuses offering a wide range of vocational and occupational programmes, the ORBIT Further Education and Training (FET) College offers students in the North West Province exposure to a stimulating learning environment. However, the year-on-year increases...
Trustwave offers penetration testing service
Trustwave has announced that the company has rolled out a new subscription-based, penetration testing service to its channel partners. The service, Trustwave Managed Security Testing, allows value-added resellers to resell network and application penetration tests as...
Aligning payroll with the ETI bill
South Africa is well known for its high unemployment rates especially amongst the youth. In an attempt to reduce this, Government has proposed the implementation of the Employment Tax Incentive (ETI) scheme to encourage businesses to employ young people. The Bill was...
Blue Turtle extends EMM offerings
Blue Turtle has added comprehensive enterprise mobility management (EMM) solution to their arsenal. FrontRange, a leading provider of IT service management and client system management solutions, announced the availability of a new EMM offering. By integrating EMM...
G-Shock Bluetooth watches from Casio
The collection of new Casio G-Shock watches, the GB-6900B and GB-X6900B, are equipped with Bluetooth low-energy technology (v4.0) that lets the watches exchange information with a smartphone. Compared with previous models of similar capabilities, the new models are...
How to stay productive this festive season
Depending on your industry sector, you may or may not be gearing up to an especially hectic year-end. But whatever the nature of your work, doing business during the festive season can be tricky, says Kirsten Morgendaal, area director South Africa for Regus....
Cyberoam offers infrastructure security
Cyberoam, the leading global provider of network security appliances, has announced the availability of security for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) on its UTM and NGFW network security appliances. Until recently, organisations maintained their critical...
Using predictive analytics to gain advantage
Organisations today are challenged by the need to understand their customers’ current and future requirements in a fast-paced and highly competitive environment, while still delivering goods and services in a profitable manner. Added to this is the need to continue to...
Taking government asset management mobile
Local governments in South Africa have a vast number of assets that they need to manage, from small internal assets such as computers, through to significant external assets such as water pumps, tanks and so forth. These assets are proving to be a nightmare to manage...
Scrum Master at Accenture
Scrum MasterLocation: Johannesburg/ Cape Town, CountryAre you ready to be part of a transformational journey that will reshape the digital landscape of Africa? Accenture has partnered with a leading Pan-African telecommunications company and has launched a...
Full Stack Developer
Are you a skilled Full Stack Developer looking for a new challenge? Join our reputable client's young and dynamic team where innovation meets opportunity! This position is based in Centurion. We're seeking a talented individual with a relevant skillset coupled with at...
SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER
Our client in the International Travel Industry is looking for a results-driven Senior IT Project Manager witha strong background in both information technology and project management, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions that optimize operational...
SQL Database Administrator/DBA (EE) On-site (TB)
Support end user on SQL Database used in the company environment. Support data analysis and troubleshooting for issues raised from the applications. Operating SQL database platform and will actively troubleshoot any issues impacting the environments as well as analyze...
Expert Full stack Developer
Our client, an innovative company at the forefront of the automotive industry, require an Expert Full stack Developer for a fantastic hybrid role based in the Midrand/ Menlyn area. Work in a dynamic environment with the benefit of international trips! Requirements: IT...
Scrum Master at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand
As a Scrum Master, you will help teams from our clients with their Agile way of working, more specifically help Scrum teams to thrive. This key position will put you in a central and challenging position, which offers a great opportunity to be highly visible within...
Scrum Master at Accenture – Western Cape Cape Town
Scrum MasterLocation: Johannesburg/ Cape Town, CountryAre you ready to be part of a transformational journey that will reshape the digital landscape of Africa? Accenture has partnered with a leading Pan-African telecommunications company and has launched a...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Are you a skilled Full Stack Developer looking for a new challenge? Join our reputable client's young and dynamic team where innovation meets opportunity! This position is based in Centurion. We're seeking a talented individual with a relevant skillset coupled with at...
SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client in the International Travel Industry is looking for a results-driven Senior IT Project Manager witha strong background in both information technology and project management, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions that optimize operational...
SQL Database Administrator/DBA (EE) On-site (TB) – Gauteng Centurion
Support end user on SQL Database used in the company environment. Support data analysis and troubleshooting for issues raised from the applications. Operating SQL database platform and will actively troubleshoot any issues impacting the environments as well as analyze...
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