Private AI partnership brings Google Cloud database on-premise
Kathy Gibson reports from VMware Explore - When it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), the platform and technology are important – but the data is paramount. “There are a lot of challenges involved in bringing AI models on-premise,” says Chris Wolf, vice-president:...
Broadcom CEO commits to continued VMware investment
Kathy Gibson reports from VMware Explore - Broadcom president and CEO Hock Tan joined VMware Explore in Barcelona this morning to settle uncertainties around Broadcom's long-delayed acquisition of VMware. "It has been a long journey but well worth it," he says. "Since...
Contactless payments set to double by 2024
Covid-19 has given contactless payments technology the boost it needed for widespread global adoption, as consumers worldwide started avoiding cash in fear of spreading the virus. According to data presented by BuyShares.co.uk, contactless payments are expected to...
Fintech app usage up 61% year-on-year
The use of fintech apps has increased more than 61% since the pandemic started last year, demonstrating how the virus has changed the way people manage their finances. This is according to James Green, deVere Group's divisional manager: Europe, who notes:...
Obituary: NASA astronaut Michael Collins
NASA astronaut Michael Collins, one of the crew members on Apollo 11, died yesterday (28 April 2021). Acting NASA Administrator Steve Jurczyk issued this statement: “Today the nation lost a true pioneer and lifelong advocate for exploration in astronaut Michael...
SA workers willing to retrain as unemployment fears grow
South Africans are more willing to retrain for new jobs as they look toward the aftermath of the pandemic. This is among the findings from a new study by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and The Network, including local partner organisation CareerJunction. In South...
Smartphone sales see Q1 recovery
The pace of recovery for the smartphone market accelerated in the first quarter of 2021 (1Q21) with 25,5% year-over-year shipment growth. According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, smartphone...
Ransomware recovery cost more than doubles
The average total cost of recovery from a ransomware attack has more than doubled in a year, increasing from $761 106 in 2020 to $1,85-million in 2021. The average ransom paid is $170 404, according to a new Sophos report, "The State of Ransomware 2021". The global...
Advanced robotics could transform spinal surgery
Advanced robotics, combined with artificial intelligence and machine learning technology, could transform spinal surgery safety, costs, and recovery for millions of patients worldwide over the next decade. That's the word from Dr Michael Steinmetz, chairman of the...
Regional IT spend set to hit $171bn
IT spending in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is projected to total $171-billion in 2021, an increase of 4,5% from 2020, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. "IT projects were either put on hold or canceled in MENA because of Covid-19. In 2021, as the...
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HDS brings security to mobile workforce
Hitachi Data Systems Corporation (HDS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, has unveiled new solutions and services that allow enterprises to adopt cloud computing more readily, enable their mobile workforce more securely and reliably, and provide a better IT...
Futuresense delivers insight for ARM
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Tips on information governance frameworks
It’s easy to lose sight of why businesses need information governance frameworks, says Mervyn Mooi, director at Knowledge Integration Dynamics (KID). The discussion can quickly become embroiled in details about technology, repositories, silos, quality, master data and...
ION is Infor’s top-selling product
Infor has announced that more than 1 300 organisations in 59 countries have purchased Infor ION, making it the top-selling and fastest-growing product in Infor’s portfolio of industry-specialised software products. An innovative lightweight middleware, Infor ION is a...
Aspect gives contact centre agents mobility
Aspect Software, a leading provider of fully-integrated customer interaction management, workforce optimisation and back-office solutions, has announced the launch of Aspect Workforce Mobile, a mobile application designed to give contact centre agents greater mobile...
Choosing a suitable WD drive
Any colour as long as it’s black? WD drives, available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) may have a technology pedigree analogous to that of Ford’s in the motor industry but they are way ahead in terms of providing its broad base of customers with...
Africa to re-dream business to move forward
A report launched at this year’s World Economic Forum places inclusive business front and centre of economic thinking, going into what is considered a decisive era for Africa’s development and the world. The time could not be better, says Professor Walter Baets,...
SSL certificates mitigate phishing attacks
Online security has hit the headlines again recently thanks to a spate of Facebook account cloning. Another form of online identity theft, hackers create clone accounts, send friend requests to the user's friends and then message them asking for help or money. While...
Open source is everywhere
Open source software (OSS) has come a long way since the 1990s and early 2000s, when it was considered a risky investment for enterprises, says Rob Lith, business development director at Connection Telecom. Stunning rise A recent Goldman Sachs study catalogues a...
Choosing the right project management tools
Regardless of how organised your project team might be, identifying project management software for your business is important for the smooth-running of projects, specifically when they occur in parallel. Daniel Marcus, director of project management and CRM tool...
Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Essential Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: 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.Monitor...
Test Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are currently seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Test Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications through thorough testing processes. If you have a passion for...
Manual Tester – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is a leading player in the retail industry, dedicated to providing exceptional solutions to their customers. With a commitment to innovation and technological advancements, we are seeking a skilled Junior Manual Tester (Administrator) to join our dynamic...
Application Developer at Accenture – Western Cape Cape Town
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, song, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all...
Scrum Master at Accenture
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...
Back-end Developer at Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, song, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all...
Data Analyst at Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, song, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all...
Production Support Business Analyst
Objective of the roleThe purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within the team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences.Key responsibilitiesPart of ITSM (IT Service Management) team, facilitating change that stems...
Senior Project Managers
PurposeTo manage the inception and implementation of business projects and programmes by coordinating the work of various stakeholders in business to achieve a specific and defined business objective. Plan, manage, guide, the work of junior staff members or project...
Fullstack Developer
We are looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer (Node/React/Typescript) to join our team with an immediate start. This role is ideal for someone who is highly motivated to work with our team who produce high-quality solutions for our customers. You will be a key...
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