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...

Very few supply chains will gain value from uncertainty

Only 9% of supply chain organisations expect to achieve revenue gains due to uncertainty, according to a survey by Gartner. Supply chain organisations that achieve an antifragile state not only survive, but benefit, from uncertainty. Antifragility can transform how...

Intel Gaudi AI accelerator drives doubled performance on GPT-3

MLCommons has published results of the industry standard MLPerf training v3.1 benchmark for training AI models, with Intel submitting results for Intel Gaudi2 accelerators and 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors with Intel Advanced Matrix Extensions (Intel AMX)....

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...

What makes a business ready for the future?

A positive attitude to change, being open to new technology, adaptability - these are three of the six traits that help "future ready" businesses succeed, even as businesses around the world have faced disruptions brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. According to the...

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Best Western International uses JDA Software

In order to enhance business intelligence and capabilities to drive higher revenue across all channels and segments, Best Western International has selected JDA Software Group, the supply chain company, as its strategic partner to embark upon a comprehensive price...

Managing mobile security in South Africa

From smartphones to tablets, mobile devices continue to cause ongoing concern for IT teams responsible for information security. Sensitive corporate information can be easily transported, leaked, or lost while the BYOD movement has dramatically increased the number of...

Toshiba launches STOR.E CANVIO

Toshiba Gulf FZE has introduced the STOR.E CANVIO, its first portable external hard disk drive (HDD) to offer both up to 2Tb of storage capacity and 10Gb of free subscription to Pogoplug PC cloud storage, enabling users to access their files on the HDD using mobile...

Rising imports puts supply chain at risk

As the demand by South African companies for foreign-produced goods continues to increase, developing a comprehensive importing strategy is critical for local businesses to mitigate the risk against supply chain disruptions. Trade data released by the SA Revenue...

Veeam expands Cloud Provider programme

Veeam Software, innovative provider of backup, replication and virtualisation management solutions for VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V, has expanded its Veeam Cloud Provider (VCP) programme with the addition of Veeam Backup Management Suite. The Veeam Cloud...

Intuate named Hitachi Gold Partner

Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) has appointed local privately owned, broad based IT company, Intuate Group, as a Gold Partner in its TrueNorth partner programme. “As a Gold Partner, Intuate Group essentially acts as an extension of HDS and can market any of our solutions...

Adobe DPS drives 100m digital downloads

Adobe has announced that 100-million digital downloads – including magazines, newspapers, corporate publications and apps, all created with Adobe Digital Publishing Suite (DPS) – have been delivered to readers and customers in just over two years. Today’s top...

Bytes announces Workforce Central 7

Bytes System Integration has announced the local availability of Kronos Workforce Central 7.0, the latest iteration of the market’s leading workforce management solution. Bytes Systems Integration is a Bytes Technology Group company which is wholly-owned by JSE-listed...

Unlock the power of information in insurance

There are three indisputable facts about the insurance industry, says Bruce Taylor, GM: Vertical Solutions, Dimension Data Middle East and Africa. Firstly, it’s a $4,3-trillion global business with premium revenues in emerging economies growing at 11% year-on-year....

Samsung releases new audio systems

Samsung Electronics South Africa has introduced two new premium HiFi component audio systems, the MX-FS9000 Giga Sound Beat and its baby brother the MX-FS8000 Giga Sound Beat, that let people create the perfect party atmosphere wherever they are. “The innovative Beat...

Junior Scrum Master at Reverside – Western Cape Cape Town

Job Title: Junior Scrum MasterJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Junior Scrum Master to join our dynamic IT team at Reverside. The Junior Scrum Master will be responsible for Identifying and addressing any issues that may affect the team's morale...

User Experience Designer at Accenture

User Experience DesignerLocation: Cape Town & JohannesburgAbout Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their...

Solution Architect at Accenture

Responsibilities The Solution Architect is responsible for bridging the gap between business problems and technology solutions. They help in identifying the best solution among all available choices to solve the existing business problems by carefully reviewing and...

User Experience Designer at Accenture

User Experience DesignerLocation: Cape Town & JohannesburgAbout Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their...

Data Management Business Analyst

Role PurposeThe Data Management Business Analyst will contribute to the development and implementation of robust data management processes, fostering a culture of data-driven excellence.To transform business requirements (functional non-functional) into a set of...

Business Interlligence Developer / Analyst (PowerBI) at Reverside

Reverside is an IT services provider; we are always looking for professional candidates to join our team in Software Development, providing opportunities to work on exciting projects, within our well-established client base. We are looking for Business Intelligence...

Senior Solution Architect

Our client in the telecommunication industry is looking for a Senior Solution Architect, this individual will be responsible for designing and leading the implementation of a solutions and capability architecture for business capability, according to the overall...

Senior Network Engineer (ARUBA) at Paracon

Our client whom provides information and communication technology products and services to businesses, internationally is looking to employ the services of a Senior Network Engineer.Our client is particularly interested in Senior Network Engineers who possess a strong...

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