Fuel price shock will hit supply chains hard, driving prices up

South Africa’s latest fuel price increase will put fresh pressure on already strained supply chains, says supply chain industry body SAPICS. The organisation warns that the cost impact is likely to extend far beyond the transport sector and into consumers’ pockets at...

SA must put jobs at the centre of its AI future

South Africans are embracing AI, but turning that appetite into economic opportunity will require trained educators, reliable Internet, affordable access, recognised skills pathways, scaling of existing financing models, and investment in the country’s own languages,...

SA’s data centre boom starts to raise questions

South Africa’s rapidly expanding data centre sector is highlighting a fundamental gap in how the country plans and regulates major digital infrastructure: there is no comprehensive public record of how many facilities are operating, where they are located, or how much...

CFOS play an outsize role as AI scales enterprise-wide

As AI becomes more integrated into enterprise operations and decision-making, chief financial officers (CFOs) are taking on a larger role in shaping enterprise priorities around AI, helping turn strategy into execution, and determining how investments and capital...

Air travel industry improves baggage handling

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released a global progress report on the implementation of baggage tracking. Focused on IATA Resolution 753, which requires tracking baggage at acceptance, loading, transfer and arrival, the survey of 155 airlines...

Young scientists gear up for Regeneron science fair

A group of six young scientists from South Africa are set to showcase their scientific brilliance at the world's largest pre-college Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) competition in Los Angeles, California. The youngsters got the opportunity to...

Gates Foundation commits up to $120m to Covid drug access

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has announced a commitment of up to $120-million to accelerate access to the investigational antiviral drug molnupiravir for lower-income countries as part of its Covid-19 response effort. The funding will be allocated based on...

Business composability essential for enterprises

Enterprises must embrace business composability to thrive through disruption in 2022 and beyond, according to Gartner's annual global survey of CIOs and technology executives. Business composability is the mindset, technologies, and set of operating capabilities that...

Apple debuts new MacBooks, chips, AirPods, HomePods

Apple has launched its new MacBook Pro powered by its new chips, the M1 Pro and M1 Max. The new MacBook Pro includes a Liquid Retina XDR display, a wide range of ports for advanced connectivity, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, and an improved audio system. The new devices...

Are South Africa’s IP laws keeping up with technology innovation?

Constituting a world first in a field that has traditionally been hostile to "artificially intelligent" inventors, South Africa's patent office granted a patent in July 2021 to an invention created by an AI system. The invention that received the go-ahead is for a...

Massive growth ahead for gaming PC market

Global shipments of gaming PCs and monitors continue to grow faster than their parent markets driving the entire industry's value to record highs and, according to data from MajoresApuestas.com, the global gaming PC market is expected to hit $60-billion value by 2025...

5G fuels spend in private cellular networks

A new report by Juniper Research has found that the enhanced capabilities of 5G are driving enthusiasm and awareness of private cellular networks, bringing annual spend on network hardware and services to almost $12-billion globally by 2023 - growing 116% from the...

IBM helps business address sustainability objectives and climate risk

More than ever before, companies are facing climate-related damage to their assets, disruptions to supply chains and operations, as well as increasing expectations from consumers and investors to perform as environmental leaders. Extreme weather, climate action...

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JD Group syncs servers with EnterpriseWorx

The JD Group has completed the installation of Conductor4SQL to synchronise databases across Microsoft SQL Express installations in 1 054 furniture retail stores. Developed by software solutions specialist, EnterpriseWorx, Conductor4SQL guarantees synchronisation and...

Oracle aids modern marketers with Eloqua

Oracle has announced new enhancements and features to Oracle Eloqua that will help modern marketers drive the best customer experiences and deliver high returns on marketing investments across their multi-channel campaigns. The new enhancements and features help...

MIP wins ACORD award

ACORD, the Association for Co-operative Operations Research and Development, is an international non-profit organisation responsible for data standards and standard forms within the insurance industry. The body is known in South Africa for its work with the long term...

MTN wins at the Times/Sowetan Retail Awards

For the second time, MTN is being recognised nationally as the leader in best servicing its customers through its innovative retail stores. MTN has been announced as a winner of the esteemed and annual Times/Sowetan Retail Awards in the Telecommunications Stores...

Cloud computing needs strong vendor support

Local interest in cloud computing is steadily growing and we are beginning to see an uptake in this platform. This is extremely positive for resellers as the cloud presents prospects for growth and increased market share. However, this requires strong partnerships...

Soccer Laduma scores with WeChat

Goal line technology and video games are generally where one sees technology and soccer working together, but South African soccer publication giant, Soccer Laduma, recently teamed up with new social communication platform, WeChat, to become the first verified WeChat...

PBS launches 2014 version of S|CUBED

The importance of employee engagement must be seen against the backdrop of the latest State of the Global Workplace report from Gallup, which revealed that, currently, only 13% of employees across 142 countries worldwide are engaged in their jobs. That is, they are...

Who will companies call for VoIP?

When telcos finally offer VoIP retail products, will they have the skills, asks Rob Lith, business development director, Connection Telecom. Saving a packet I recently wrote about operators saving a packet on toll charges by using IP technology at the core, while...

Mid-cap mining is vital to Africa’s growth

While Africa’s economies are diversifying, resources still account for more than 15% of the continent’s gross domestic product. Mining thus remains a key foundation for the continent’s growth - and much of it will come from the success of its mid-cap mining houses,...

Is your business ready to deal with POPI?

The Protection of Personal Information Bill (POPI) has been passed by the National Assembly and is likely to be signed into law as an enforceable Act before the end of this year. The intention of POPI is sound in terms of establishing a protection of personal...

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: Test design Test...

IT Professional Systems

IT Professional Systems required for a reputable automotive manufacturing company based in East London , Eastern Cape Requirements: IT Technical qualification2 to 3 years in similar IT/Shop-floor function1 to 3 years Automotive experienceJIT and MES System...

Backend Python Developer

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a forward-thinking Backend Python Developer who's keen on contributing to a high-impact project is sought by a provider of Data-driven solutions with a global operational footprint. Joining a collaborative team, you will help...

Software Support Officer – Western Cape Cape Town

Exciting Job Opportunity in Paarl for a Software Support Officer! You'll play a key role in providing technical support and guidance to clients, ensuring they get the most out of their software. This dynamic position involves troubleshooting, client education, and...

SENIOR SOFTWARE TESTER – Gauteng Sandown

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: Test design Test...

IT Professional Systems – Eastern Cape East London

IT Professional Systems required for a reputable automotive manufacturing company based in East London , Eastern Cape Requirements: IT Technical qualification2 to 3 years in similar IT/Shop-floor function1 to 3 years Automotive experienceJIT and MES System...

Backend Python Developer – Western Cape Woodstock

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a forward-thinking Backend Python Developer who's keen on contributing to a high-impact project is sought by a provider of Data-driven solutions with a global operational footprint. Joining a collaborative team, you will help...

Lead Automation Tester

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Automation Tester to join our team in Sandton, Johannesburg. This is a hybrid role, offering a mix of remote and onsite work. The successful candidate will take a leadership role in shaping the automation testing landscape,...

Proposals/Application Engineer

A dynamic organization based in the East Rand is looking to employ a Proposals / Application Engineer with 1 – 5 years' experience in a similar role.Minimum RequirementsMatricDegree or Diploma in Chemical / Process Engineering (Essential)Successfully candidates must...

Production Systems Engineer

Production Systems Engineer required for a leading automotive company based in KariegaType of Position:Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced employees to fill the above vacancy in Production - Industrial Engineering Department.Job...

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