Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

All the 2023 Africa Tech Festival Award winners

The Africa Tech Festival Awards 2023 this week honoured companies, individuals and initiatives that have demonstrated excellence, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible with technology in Africa. James Williams, senior event director, events at...

Nvidia debuts Omniverse cloud services on Microsoft Azure

Automotive companies are transforming every phase of their product lifecycle -- evolving their primarily physical, manual processes into software-driven, AI-enhanced digital systems. To help them save costs and reduce lead times, Nvidia is announcing two new...

AI investments must go beyond modernisation

Chief financial officers (CFOs) must invest in artificial intelligence (AI) within the next few years, or their companies will be left behind. But to get the full benefits, and thus competitive advantage, from such investments CFOs must look beyond projects that only...

5G is already changing user behaviour

Indoor coverage is one of the key uses identified for 5G, with one in five 5G users already reducing WiFi use on their phones indoors because of the benefits of 5G mobile connectivity. This is one of the headline findings from a new report by Ericsson ConsumerLab...

Covid’s impact on Africa probably understated

As the world battles new Covid-19 variants and supply and rollout of vaccines remains critically low in Africa, new research from the Partnership for Evidence-Based Response to Covid-19 (PERC) indicates that burdens experienced by people in African Union member states...

Chris Norton to head up Veeam in Africa

Veeam Software has announced the appointment of Chris Norton as country manager of Africa. In his new role, Norton will support Veeam's continued investment and strong presence in Africa and accelerate the region's growth with a specific focus on Enterprise. He will...

More skilled workers needed to make manufacturing smart

Manufacturers around the world are under pressure to bring their factory workforce into the 21st century - but 57% of manufacturing leaders say that their organisation lacks skilled workers to support digitisation plans, according to a survey by Gartner. The 2020...

Trading statement from Datatec

Datatec has published a trading statement for the financial year ended 28 February 2021. Despite the challenging economic environment resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic, Datatec achieved a strong operational performance in FY21, benefiting from the strength in the...

Ransomware operators and where to find them

Ransomware is on the tip of everyone's tongue every time businesses discuss cyberthreats they are likely to face in 2021. Attackers have built their brands and are bold in their advances like never before, with the news about organisations being hit with ransomware...

Covid pushes online shopping to tipping point

Kathy Gibson reports - Online shopping has reached the tipping point, having doubled in volume and value in just one year. This isn't the end of the traditional bricks-and-mortar store, says Arthur Goldstuck, MD of World Wide Worx, although it will start losing some...

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Affordable, powerful WLAN for SMEs

Africa is an abundant breeding ground for SMEs (small and medium enterprises). In fact, it is estimated that there are over 55-million SMEs across the continent, and while governments do provide SMEs with tax benefits, the ability of SMEs to succeed, both in the...

Virtualised backups ideal test environments

Virtualising IT environments isn’t just about optimising hardware resources and saving energy – it can shorten development cycles and help to make organisations more agile, according to Warren Olivier, territory manager of backup and virtualisation management company...

Blended solutions best for e-learning

Online education specialists believe as the market continues to embrace technology to digitise the learning experience, there is an increasing need to consider the merits of combining e-learning with instructor-led training workshops. Richard Rayne is the MD of...

20 years in SA for O’Keeffe & Swartz

O’Keeffe & Swartz, a leader in the South African telemarketing call centre industry, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, an achievement made possible by the support of its staff and clients over the years. Since its founding in 1993, O’Keeffe & Swartz...

The cost of data roaming

Picture this scenario: an executive is about to leave on a business trip to the United States. Whilst he is away, his colleagues decide to e-mail him a large video file. He goes about his business for two weeks, downloading e-mails, checking in with the South Africa...

New organisational structure for 3M Africa

In a move spurred by continuous economic development, steady population growth and the emergence of new consumers across diversified industry sectors, technology and innovation company 3M Middle East & Africa has announced a new structure for its Africa business....

Oracle announces new Exalytics system

Oracle has announced a new release of Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine X3-4. The new system features significant software enhancements and hardware updates, dramatically expanding the capabilities of the industry’s first high-speed engineered system for business...

Hitachi Data Systems unveils new solutions

Hitachi Data Systems Corporation (HDS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, has unveiled significant enhancements to three key infrastructure solutions: Hitachi Unified Storage VM (HUS VM) all flash system; Hitachi Unified Storage and Hitachi NAS Platform; and...

Speedy service key for Tracker

ClickSoftware Technologies, the leading provider of automated mobile workforce management and optimisation solutions for the service industry, today announced that Tracker Connect, South Africa’s leading vehicle tracking and recovery company with over 800 000...

Look to Africa to grow the channel

Africa’s image is rapidly changing as more foreign investors clamour to forge ties with African businesses. In the recent 2013 Africa Competitiveness Report, which was produced by the World Bank, the World Economic Forum and the African Development Bank, it is...

IT Infrastructure Specialist – Western Cape Pinelands

Join Our Team: IT Infrastructure Supervisor Are you ready to elevate your career in the dynamic world of Pharma IT? We're seeking a talented and experienced individual to lead our IT Infrastructure team to new heights! If you're passionate about technology, have a...

Security Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Are you looking to advance your career in the dynamic world of cybersecurity? We have an exciting opportunity in beautiful Cape Town! Join our team in a CCNP Security Certified hybrid role and take your expertise to new heights. In this position, you'll blend remote...

Business Analyst

PURPOSE OF THIS ROLETo perform complex process analysis functions, documenting existing processes and making recommendations based on best practices for changes to improve operational effectiveness and cost savings.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES, MEASURES &...

Technical Coordinator

Technical CoordinatorWestern CapeMarket related salary Degree in Entomology or any other Agricultural field + good understanding of insect biology and ecology in agro-ecosystems with knowledge of pest management products, IPM systems and implementation in citrus will...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion

PURPOSE OF THIS ROLETo perform complex process analysis functions, documenting existing processes and making recommendations based on best practices for changes to improve operational effectiveness and cost savings.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES, MEASURES &...

Technical Coordinator – Western Cape Paarl

Technical CoordinatorWestern CapeMarket related salary Degree in Entomology or any other Agricultural field + good understanding of insect biology and ecology in agro-ecosystems with knowledge of pest management products, IPM systems and implementation in citrus will...

Junior Software Developer (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious & strong problem-solving Junior Software Developer is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Financial Tools to join its Joburg team. Your core role will include participating in every stage of the development...

Tier 2 Desktop Support

We are currently seeking a skilled Tier 2 Desktop Support professional to join our IT support team on a 12-month contract basis. As a Tier 2 Desktop Support, you will play a critical role in providing technical assistance and support to end-users, ensuring the smooth...

IT Support Technician

Calling all IT Support Technicians. Our client who are leaders in Retail Digital Solutions are offering a permanent onsite position in Cape Town and Johannesburg North with the opportunity to travel internationally and work with national and Pan-African clients with...

Junior Software Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Melrose

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious & strong problem-solving Junior Software Developer is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Financial Tools to join its Joburg team. Your core role will include participating in every stage of the development...

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