Digital twins herald shift to Industry 5.0
In the rapidly evolving landscape of Industry 4.0, digital twin technology stands at the forefront of innovation, revolutionising the way industries operate and paving the way for the seamless integration of artificial intelligence (AI). This advancement heralds a...
Strong ethical culture not enough to stop non-compliance
Most compliance leaders tend to focus on building an ethical culture in their organisations to improve employee behaviour, but it has a limited impact on addressing uncertainty about how to be compliant, according to a new survey by Gartner. There are three primary...
IT industry urged to make educational technology available for all
Kathy Gibson is at Huawei Connect - The IT industry needs to take responsibility for making affordable educational technology for marginalised communities around the world. This is the word from Stefania Giannini, assistant director-general for education at UNESCO,...
Is SA moving to a cashless society?
As the world shifts towards cashless payment methods, South Africa is gradually moving away from cash against a social and economic backdrop of inequality and slow economic growth. Research done by Diana Bresendale, MPhil in Futures Studies graduate of the University...
SA still top for digital quality of life in Africa
The third annual edition of the Digital Quality of Life Index (DQL) ranks South Africa 68th among 110 countries. Covering 90% of the global population, the DQL study is conducted by the cybersecurity company Surfshark and evaluates countries based on a set of five...
Amid uncertainty, hybrid work models still evolving
The global pandemic forced IT teams and business leaders to dramatically rethink where and how their employees work. With the post-pandemic recovery underway but challenged by the Delta variant and uneven vaccination rates, many organisations are still trying to...
Directors concerned about economic climate, but bullish about the future
South African company directors feel predominantly negative about economic conditions facing the country in coming months, and are also increasingly concerned over a shortage of skilled labour as well as sometimes onerous union demands. That's the top line from the...
Fully vaxxed – don’t get fully hacked
Congratulations: you've been vaccinated, and you've got the card to prove it. But be wary of where you post pictures of that card, or who you show it to, because while you're celebrating, scammers are too. According to Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content...
Covid-19 accelerates global IoT adoption
There has been a rapid increase in the maturity level of organisations adopting the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Research findings by Inmarsat, drawn from multiple industries, also show that Covid-19 has demonstrated...
Government plans for a digital future
Kathy Gibson reports from Huawei Connect - The South African government aims to ensure all citizens have access to digital technology and services by 2024. Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani, assistant director-general in the Department of Communications and Digital...
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BDS bolsters colour printing with Impika
Following Xerox’s acquisition of France-based industrial inkjet manufacturer Impika, authorised Xerox distributor Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), has released the Impika iPrint Compact printer in South Africa. Impika technology will help Xerox compete in the...
Outsource service management infrastructure
There is a rising trend amongst tower companies across the African continent to outsource their service management portfolio. The question that begs answering however is why? Why would a business look to outsource such a key component of its organisation and what...
Aspect targets Africa’s oil distribution
Moving to target the burgeoning downstream oil distribution sector throughout Africa, Aspect Enterprise Solutions today underscores how the core functionality at the heart of its AspectCTRM trade and risk management system can help specialist African oil bulk...
Total data management solutions needed
When building software or even implementing an application, testing is vital - and good testing requires data. Ziaan Hattingh, managing director of IndigoCube, a company that enables and improves the productivity of the application life cycle in large organisations,...
Nedbank’s App Suite now upgraded
Off the back of its recent win of the "Best Android Consumer App" at the MTN App of the Year awards, Nedbank has released an upgraded version of the Nedbank App Suite. The updated release fits into the bank’s strategy to provide clients with a one-of-a-kind,...
Act now on the imminent POPI bill
The Protection of Personal Information (POPI) act is, now more than ever, an immovable force that South African businesses will soon be expected to comprehensively address or risk facing harsh penalties for failure to act. After several reconsiderations and...
BTI appoints Esquire as SA distributor
Battery Technology Incorporated (BTI), a global Leader in the design and manufacture of notebook power, has announced the appointment of Esquire System Technology as their exclusive distributor in South Africa. “We are very excited about this appointment,” says Mike...
Duxbury-Netgear offers Facebook prize
Duxbury Networking, a specialist networking product distributor, together with its Netgear brand of wireless, storage, security and switching connectivity products, will be making use of the social media site Facebook to build momentum and excitement in the pre-race...
Is fibre only for the elite?
Imagine crystal clear video conferencing without any connection problems, or having immediate access to files in the cloud or streaming high definition videos without having to wait. If you are one of the lucky few to have a 100Mbps line, then you are living the...
The dark side of cloud
In every technology publication I open, every business symposium I attend, every CIO roundtable I facilitate, we hear about the next wave of change branded “cloud”, says Rudie Raath, chief technologist and country manager: Presales, Cloud & Strategic Pursuit, HP...
Developer – Back-End (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is dedicated to transforming the payment landscape with a vision of providing a risk-free and empowering payment solution. Unlike other options, they prioritise responsible alternatives to credit, offering a clear and compelling value...
Fullstack Developer-Cloud (Senior)
Are you interested in working for one of the largest automotive industries in the world? We have an amazing long-term contract available for a Fullstack Developer-Cloud. This position is based in the Gauteng region with a hybrid approach being on-site and remote. With...
Cloud Database Engineer (LM)
Design and implement cloud-based database solutions. Develop and maintain database migration plans. Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve database-related issues. Ensure that all database systems are secure, reliable, and compliant with...
Junior Software Engineer (C#, C++, Java, Python) (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop & implement cutting-edge software solutions as your coding talents as a Junior Software Engineer is sought by a fast-growing FinTech company in Joburg to join its team. Your duties will range from the development of entirely new...
Project Manager – Western Cape Northgate
Is this you?You are a proactive and dynamic individual with a passion for project management. You thrive in nurturing client relationships and driving profitability through exceptional delivery and are process driven. What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it):As...
Scala Developer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
This position reports to the Software Engineering Manager. We are an energetic team that is fully responsible for all the systems required to support the Takealot groups delivery network as well as the unique challenges that come with logistics and scale. We have...
Senior UI/UX Designer – Remote Remote
Remote workingExperience:7+ years in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio of successful projects. Responsibilities:Lead the design team, providing mentorship and guidance.Drive the evolution of design processes and standards.Collaborate with senior stakeholders to...
Technical Specialist – Gauteng Primrose
An exciting opportunity exists to join a leader in the industry and build relationships with international clients. Seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer (GCC) with 10 years of experience in testing and commissioning Relay Protection systems.You will be the first line...
Developer – Back-End (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is dedicated to transforming the payment landscape with a vision of providing a risk-free and empowering payment solution. Unlike other options, they prioritise responsible alternatives to credit, offering a clear and compelling value...
Fullstack Developer-Cloud (Senior) – Gauteng Midrand
Are you interested in working for one of the largest automotive industries in the world? We have an amazing long-term contract available for a Fullstack Developer-Cloud. This position is based in the Gauteng region with a hybrid approach being on-site and remote. With...
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