Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Organisations face greater risks

A worrying immaturity of ERM processes and a lack of understanding by executives and boards of the strategic value of an effective risk oversight process is emerging. At the same time, a new report shows a significant increase in the level and complexity of risks...

Cost of a data breach hits an all-time high

Despite considerable investments in security technology, data breaches continue affecting companies across the globe and causing them more financial damage than ever. According to data presented by AltIndex.com, the average data breach cost has jumped by nearly $600...

Ingenuity Mars Helicopter succeeds in historic first flight

NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter has become the first aircraft in history to make a powered, controlled flight on another planet. The Ingenuity team at the agency's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California confirmed the flight succeeded after receiving data...

Oracle plays hard ball with Eskom

Oracle is sticking to its guns, saying Eskom should pay the money it owes or continue without technical support. The software giant withdrew support last week as Eskom failed to pay the R380-million it says is owed, and which has been ratified by the court. "Eskom...

Accountants key for SMEs’ economic survival

More than half (56%) of South African small businesses say their accountant has been crucial in helping them survive the impact of Covid-19. An overwhelming proportion of SMEs (86%) indicated that they would support a call on government to recognise accountants as...

Blockchain spending set for boom

Organisations are forecast to spend nearly $6,6-billion on blockchain solutions this year, an increase of more than 50% compared to 2020. According to a new update to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Blockchain Spending Guide, blockchain spending...

ISPA warns about fake members

The Internet Service Providers' Association NPC (ISPA) has issued a warning to consumers against companies that have terminated their membership of the association but are still claiming to be members. "ISPA handled more than a thousand consumer complaints in 2020....

Covid drives need for more African integration

As countries rebuild their economies following Covid-19, Africa needs to step up productive and infrastructural integration. This is according to presenters at the African Regional Integration Index (ARII) held virtually last week. The index, a joint publication of...

Cell C improves financial performance in 2020

Cell C's turnaround strategy is having a positive impact in stabilising the business and there is an improvement in the quality of earnings Cell C, according to the company's annual financial performance for the 12 months period to December 2020. Normalised EBITDA was...

Altron acquires security firm Lawtrust for R245m

JSE-listed Altron has acquired digital signatures services company Lawtrust from Etion for R245-million, subject to Competition Commission approval. Lawtrust is a digital trust services and cyber information security solutions company which provides solutions used to...

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Big data, analytics key to business strategy

Big data and analytics are all the rage. But while these are important concepts for businesses of all sizes, they have no value if they are merely another addition to IT’s “to-do” list. Gerald Naidoo, CEO of specialist systems integrator Logikal Consulting, says that...

Veeam named in “Visionaries” Quadrant

Veeam Software, innovative provider of backup, replication and virtualisation management solutions for VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V, today announced it has been positioned by Gartner in the “Visionaries” quadrant of the Magic Quadrant for Enterprise...

McAfee simplifies MDM and data security

McAfee has announced that McAfee Enterprise Mobility Management (McAfee EMM software) is now fully integrated with the McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (McAfee ePO) platform. With McAfee EMM software, comprehensive security, policy and management capabilities are extended...

Telmap upgrades Navigator app

Telmap, an Intel company, has upgraded its personal navigation app, Telmap Navigator - especially designed for South Africa - free of charge to the end-user, and with strong appeal to local advertisers. The latest version of Telmap Navigator turns an Android, Apple or...

VMware extends analytics capabilities

VMware, the global leader in virtualization and cloud infrastructure, has introduced VMware vCenter Log Insight, a new automated log management and analytics product for the cloud era. By extending analytics to logs, VMware enables IT organisations to gain real-time...

Redington named Nexans distributor

Nexans, the worldwide leader in cables and cabling systems, has announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Redington Gulf, a leading value added distributor and service provider that supports global IT and telecommunications brands in the Middle East...

Behind every great device is a great network

Exponential growth in the use of smart devices has led to significant and increased demand for bandwidth across 84% of organisations surveyed globally, according to new research commissioned by BT and Cisco. More than half (56%) of IT managers have also noticed a...

Getting customer service right

Contact centres find themselves under increasing pressure from businesses to drive revenue, and thus are being forced to identify an appropriate balance between cost saving and improved efficiency, says Deon Scheepers, strategic consultant – EMEA for Interactive...

Ncondezi Coal rolls out Sage 300 ERP

Among many benefits, Ncondezi Coal Company Mozambique (NCCML) wanted to implement an enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution that had the ability to report in multiple currencies. “Sage 300 ERP Advanced (previously known as Sage ERP Accpac 200) has provided us...

Fortinet enhances firewall capabilities

Fortinet, a world leader in high-performance network security, has answered the question “what’s next in next-generation enterprise firewalls?” with new features within its FortiOS 5 operating system, which serves as the foundation for the company’s award-winning...

Data Analyst

Our Client focuses on to driving financial inclusion. Their electronic tokens are well known in day-to-day activities. You can now be a part of this team if you act fast on the Perm offered for a Data Analyst Location: Gauteng - On-site Requirements Minimum 3-5 years'...

Test Analyst at QES

My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently sourcing for a Test Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis Cape Town / Hybrid work model / SQL / Data experience / QA DUTIES Analyses and develop the proper test coverage with the Business...

IT Technician at Village N Life

Village N Life is a leading Tourism and Hospitality company based in the beautiful Camps Bay. Our Group Services office in Camps Bay seeks a Junior IT Technician to join our busy team.To succeed in this role you will need: MatricMicrosoft Certification or...

Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our Client focuses on to driving financial inclusion. Their electronic tokens are well known in day-to-day activities. You can now be a part of this team if you act fast on the Perm offered for a Data Analyst Location: Gauteng - On-site Requirements Minimum 3-5 years'...

Test Analyst at QES – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently sourcing for a Test Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis Cape Town / Hybrid work model / SQL / Data experience / QA DUTIES Analyses and develop the proper test coverage with the Business...

IT Technician at Village N Life – Western Cape Camps Bay

Village N Life is a leading Tourism and Hospitality company based in the beautiful Camps Bay. Our Group Services office in Camps Bay seeks a Junior IT Technician to join our busy team.To succeed in this role you will need: MatricMicrosoft Certification or...

Credit Project Manager

Our Client focuses on to driving financial inclusion. Their electronic tokens are well known in day-to-day activities. You can now be a part of this team if you act fast on the Perm offered for a Project Manager. Location: Gauteng Requirements Experience with Credit...

Intermediate Software Developer (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:Located in Cape Town, a company fuelled by a commitment to empower African entrepreneurs in the dynamic landscape of digital commerce is currently in search of an Intermediate Software Developer. The chosen candidate will collaborate extensively with the...

IT Technical Specialist

Job Specification: IT Technical SpecialistLocation: Johannesburg, South AfricaHire Resolve's esteemed client is seeking an IT Technical Specialist who will be responsible for providing technical expertise and support for all IT-related activities within the...

Credit Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our Client focuses on to driving financial inclusion. Their electronic tokens are well known in day-to-day activities. You can now be a part of this team if you act fast on the Perm offered for a Project Manager. Location: Gauteng Requirements Experience with Credit...

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