The latest methods hackers are using to steal personal information
Browser data is ranked the number one target for data stealers, according to Trend Micro in a new report - "Your stolen data for sale" - which details the risks associated with data theft and its subsequent misuse. The report reveals that the risk of data theft is...
Microsoft takes the ‘permeate the platform’ approach to GenAI
While the on-boarding of former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will significantly boost Microsoft's GenAI ambitions, GlobalData say that the company's current capabilities continue to impress. Occupying centre stage at Ignite 2023 was Microsoft Copilot, the company's virtual...
Humans trump chatbots for customer retention
While many businesses are focused on acquiring new customers as part of their growth strategies, the importance of retaining their current customer base is often overlooked - which can actually have a negative effect on the business' bottom line and growth. Despite...
ConCourt delivers bad news for loyalty programme operators
On 21 May 2021, the Constitutional Court handed victory to SARS in a decision that may have sweeping ramifications for retailers who operate loyalty plans similar to the Clicks ClubCard loyalty programme. By Jean du Toit, head of tax technical at Tax Consulting and...
Devices updates provide an excuse for meeting no-shows
At least 15% of employees in South Africa confirm they have pretended their devices were installing updates so they would not have to attend a call or meeting. This excuse is plausible because software updates can disrupt workdays, with one-third (34%) of employees...
MTN once again SA’s most valuable brand
MTN has emerged as South Africa's most valuable brand for tenth consecutive year, with a brand value of R44,8-billion. This is according to the Brand Finance South Africa 50 2021 report, which also found that Capitec is the country's strongest brand, with an AAA...
These are the most forgotten passwords
Users are most likely to forget the password to their Gmail account. This is according to a report from Reboot Online Marketing, which used the Ahrefs online analytics tools to establish which online accounts or applications people were most likely to forget the...
Sales leaders should adopt AI-based guided selling
Artificial intelligence (AI) functionality has permanently transformed the form and function of guided selling capabilities, according to Gartner. B2B sales organisations should help sellers improve sales execution by adding AI-based guided selling to their sales...
Study identifies how to adopt practices for decolonising science
Knowledge systems outside of those sanctioned by Western universities have often been marginalised or simply not engaged with in many science disciplines, but there are multiple examples where Western scientists have claimed discoveries for knowledge that resident...
Channel’s anti-spam revenue soars 500%
Channel revenue sales for anti-spam products have increased nearly 524% for the year-to-date (YTD) compared to the same period in 2020, as companies battle a surge in phishing attempts, according to Context. Context's figures for revenue through European IT...
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NETCB, NetIQ postpone events due to fire
The recent fire at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Kenya has led to its indefinite closure. Due to the unforeseen delays, NETCB, in conjunction with NetIQ, has decided to postpone its planned range of free seminars across the African continent to a later...
Progress Software delivers aPaaS platform
Progress Software Corporation, represented locally by AIGS, has announced the availability of new data connectivity and application capabilities as part of its Progress Pacific application platform as a service (aPaaS), furthering its strategy to give anyone the...
Simplified PCI DSS compliance
Card payments are not just something that e-commerce websites and banks have to be concerned about. No matter what kind of business users have, if they accept or process any kind of credit or debit card payment online or offline; or even just collect, transmit and...
Analysing the fast lane
Everyone knows that Formula 1 is as fast-paced as it gets, with every car on the grid capable of going from 0 to 200kmph in about four seconds and averaging at a speed of 360kmph. But things don’t just need to move quickly on the track for a Formula 1 team to be a...
IronTree extends cloud services with Panda
Online data backup specialist, IronTree, and Panda Security South Africa, have joined forces to extend IronTree’s cloud-based offering to the channel. In addition to its fully managed back-up service, IronTree now offers cloud security products and services, thanks to...
Oracle releases Retail Allocation 13.3
Overlaying science with the art of merchandising, Oracle Retail Allocation 13.3 uses embedded business intelligence analysing input from multiple data sources to provide allocators with better insight and recommendations. The resulting dashboard reports and...
mapIT solution includes latest census data
mapIT, leading international digital mapping partner throughout Africa, has released the latest Census 2011 data into their location-based business intelligence application, MarketScope. The Census 2011 was a complex and massive exercise undertaken by Stats SA, it...
Who calls the shots in the call centre?
Call centre managers and MDs are finding that they can no longer rely solely on their IT managers to make the call when it comes to choosing the right technology for their business, says Jed Hewson, director of 1Stream. “We’ve seen a shift in the decision-making...
Sophos releases Mobile Security 3.0
Sophos has introduced Sophos Mobile Security 3.0, the latest version of the company’s free, full-featured mobile security and antivirus application for Android. As more consumers and businesses purchase Android smartphones and tablets, applications are now associated...
Mitsumi scoops distributor award
Mitsumi Distribution, one of the largest technology and consumer electronics distributors in Africa, won the ICT Distributor of the Year award at this year’s CIO 100 Annual Symposium and Awards Competition held in Kigali, Rwanda. The gala dinner, which was graced by...
Microsoft Power Platform Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
An exciting opportunity to join a well-known software development house. Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Intermediate/Senior Microsoft Power Platform Developer (Hybrid) with strong expertise in Microsoft SharePoint Online. In this role, you will be...
Agile Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Johannesburg
Description:To manage and deliver medium to large projects from commencement to completion within the scope, budget and time agreed in line with the business strategy. The Agile Project Manager will play an active role in providing mentorship and coaching on agile...
Full Stack Developer Wanted (React, Vue, Flutter, Laravel) (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A ridiculously cool web and software development company specialising in developing strategies, as well as conceptualising, implementing and maintaining online campaigns, is looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to join their remote team. They are a...
Customer Solutions Analyst
We are excited to inform you that one of our clients in the logistics industry is looking for a Customer Solutions Analyst to engage with customers to resolve issues and concerns related to order management, order status, claims, returns and refusals queries. To serve...
Project Manager
Essential Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: 1. Project Planning and Scheduling:- Collaborate with client project managers to develop project plans, timelines, and schedules.- Ensure all project activities are aligned with the overall project objectives.-...
Technical Assistant / Wireman
Technical Assistant / Wireman (X2) - Cape Town: Milnerton & EppingMain Purpose Managing overseeing of WorkbenchTechnical Support for Electric Motors and WorkbenchBasic Repairs of motorsMaintaining of QA systemsAssisting in supervising service department KPI's...
Business Analyst at Datonomy Solutions
Banking and/or financial services experience essential.To apply a set of tasks and techniques used to work as a liaison amongst stakeholders in order to understand the problems; opportunities; needs; structure; policies and operations of the organisation on large;...
Scrum Master
QualificationMatric Relevant IT Qualification (IT Degree or Diploma) will be advantageous Scrum Master certification will be highly recommended ExperienceMinimum 5 years experience in Scrum Master Minimum of 2 years working experience in a fully Agile and DevOps...
Customer Solutions Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are excited to inform you that one of our clients in the logistics industry is looking for a Customer Solutions Analyst to engage with customers to resolve issues and concerns related to order management, order status, claims, returns and refusals queries. To serve...
Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
Essential Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: 1. Project Planning and Scheduling:- Collaborate with client project managers to develop project plans, timelines, and schedules.- Ensure all project activities are aligned with the overall project objectives.-...
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