In Scotland, NASA scientists search for clues about Mars’ past

This summer, NASA scientists headed to the Scottish Highlands to follow up on last year’s announcement of potential biosignatures on Mars and prepare for future research. The rocks and cliffs of Scotland’s Stoer formation offer a combination difficult to find on...

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....

Intel reaches AI model milestone

Intel has announced it surpassed 500 AI models running optimised on new Intel Core Ultra processors, featuring new AI experiences, immersive graphics and optimal battery life. The milestone follows Intel's investment in client AI, the AI PC transformation, framework...

Blip of positivity for April new vehicle sales

New vehicle sales showed a blip of positivity during April, increasing 2,2% year-on-year to 38 172 units. But the market will be wary of it being false hope against the pending elections, high interest rate environment, and the seemingly relentless eight-month run of...

Jaguar Land Rover trials digital supply chain using blockchain

Jaguar Land Rover has trialled the use of secure blockchain technology to ensure full transparency within a sustainable leather supply chain. In what is believes is a world-first, Jaguar Land Rover partnered with supply chain traceability provider Circulor, UK leather...

Digital currencies for business under the spotlight in 2022

A September 2021 survey of 251 CFOs and other finance leaders revealed that 47% intend to assess digital currencies for business in 2022, according to Gartner. A February poll centred on bitcoin adoption showed 84% of finance leaders said they would never hold bitcoin...

Zero-day exploit for Windows OS discovered

Over the last few months, Kaspersky's automated detection technologies prevented a series of attacks using an elevation of privilege exploit on multiple Microsoft Windows servers. Upon closer analysis into the attack, Kaspersky researchers discovered a new zero-day...

One-fifth of the world’s companies are retail or trade

Covid-19 has had a huge impact on the global retail industry, with thousands of stores, supermarkets, and shopping malls closed amid the lockdowns. Some retailers may have coped with this new situation better than others, but it has undoubtedly caused a financial...

Challenges ahead for managed service providers

As enterprises continue their transition to the cloud, the opportunities and roles for managed service providers (SPs) have expanded and grown more complex. At the same time, the managed cloud services market has become more competitive as organizations increasingly...

SA in the spotlight as top malware target

Kathy Gibson reports – Cybercrooks have been busy in the first half of 2021 – and there are no signs that they are slowing down. Trend Micro’s 2021 Midyear Security Roundup report reveals there are dangerous vulnerabilities across different types of devices and...

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Infor unveils new Rhythm platform

Infor, a leading provider of business application software serving more than 70 000 customers, has announced Infor Rhythm, a cloud-based e-commerce platform. Infor Rhythm is built on a complete and proven e-commerce platform and now complemented with beautiful designs...

The cloud is here to stay

Today’s extremely competitive business landscape sees enterprises, both big and small, desperately seeking opportunities to cut costs, improve productivities and gain competitive advantage. Many are looking to IT as a way to realise these goals, and in particular,...

DVT, FICO bring Blaze Advisor to SA

Specialist software and services company DVT and leading analytics software company FICO have announced a strategic partnership that will see DVT market, implement and support FICO’s business rules management system Blaze Advisor in South Africa. The partnership comes...

globetom named a Red Hat Premier partner

South African ICT provider globetom has been appointed as a Red Hat Premier Business Partner; a status held by only a handful of local companies. As a premier partner which specialises in Red Hat Infrastructure, globetom is regarded as an expert business partner...

How big is big data?

A client recently complained that he was struggling with a reporting requirement because his technology platform could not cope with big data. Upon investigation it was found that he was dealing with approximately 20 million rows from a relatively small table, says...

Smart collaboration could help government

Private-public sector collaboration, underpinned by smart technologies, stand to significantly reduce South Africa’s crime levels, says IBM South Africa. Speaking from GovTech 2013, IBM South Africa sales lead Hamilton Ratshefola noted that the most recent crime...

Intervate, AvePoint introduce SharePoint kit

Intervate, South Africa’s foremost provider of Enterprise Information Management (EIM) and Microsoft SharePoint solutions, has collaborated with AvePoint, the leader in governance, compliance, and management solutions for social enterprise collaboration platforms, to...

IS Mozambique supports prepaid roll-out

Internet Solutions Mozambique has embarked on the implementation of the second phase of state electricity supplier Electricidade de Moçambique’s (EDM) extensive metering and vending upgrade. Following the successful roll-out of the first phase in Maputo and surrounds,...

Dell delivers new slim workstation

Dell has launched a thin, light 15-inch true mobile workstation, the Dell Precision M3800, to its family of the world’s most powerful mobile workstations. Merging beautiful design in an ultra-thin form factor with workstation-class performance, Dell has delivered an...

Avaya offers business collaboration solution

Avaya recently announced a breakthrough in communications-enabled applications development designed to drive the next wave of transformation in business collaboration. With the release of a new development platform, Avaya Aura Collaboration Environment, makes it easy...

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Details of RoleWrite, develop and test high-quality codes.Peer review work.Mentor more junior developers.Lead on designs for software solutions and large projects.Essential CompetenciesProven formal software development experience.Must be technically strong with a...

Commercial analyst at Ntice Search

Our National client who is a leader in the manufacturing printing industry is seeking a Cost and Management Accountant/ Commercial Analyst urgentlyCORE PURPOSE OF THE JOBThe Commercial Analyst will be required to ensure that the commercial objectives of the business...

DATA MANAGER

To establish data operating models, architecture and platforms to deliver on the company's data strategy. Desired Skills: security Architecture Systems design IT security Management Database Management Desired Work Experience: 5 to 10 years Desired Qualification...

Senior Software Tester

Perform a Quality Assurance function for software development and deployment by performing manual and automated tests to ensure that system changes and new requirements are fit for purpose, mitigate risks, and prevent system issues. Desired Skills: Business Writing...

Analyst Developer

Hire Resolve's client in the Business Management Consulting Industry is seeking an experienced Analyst Developer to join their team.Responsibilities:Develop, test, and maintain software applications and systemsCollaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng

Senior Full Stack C# Software DeveloperA leadership team that values autonomyR90 000 - R100 000 Incl. Medical and ProvidentThe purpose of this role is to support my clients projects with the required software engineering skills to:Help guide and shape the design of...

Developer – Gauteng

Software DeveloperGrow and develop your career with this fantastic opportunity! Requirements Degree in either: From a University in South AfricaA candidate must be comfortable working with C and C++ on an operating system level. Good understanding of networking and...

Data Manager – Gauteng Bryanston

To establish data operating models, architecture and platforms to deliver on the companys data strategy. Desired Skills: Leadership Self Mastery Executes With Excellence Customer Centric Agile Desired Work Experience: 5 to 10 years Desired Qualification Level: Degree...

C/C++ Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Looking for an innovative C++ Developer who can make applications that care about throughput and latency, it is required to understand factors that influence practical performance, not just theoretical performance. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's...

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iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities.We are seeking detail-oriented Systems Specialists with strong organisational skills. As Systems Specialist they will be responsible for monitoring all connectivity environments, as well as continuous...

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