Despite perceived value, companies lag in digital workplace redesign

Eight in 10 IT decision-makers say the digital workplace is critical to successful AI-led transformation – but only 10% report fundamentally redesigning it for AI. This is among the findings from Lenovo’s sixth Work Reborn report, The AI-ready workplace, which exposes...

In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

Regional PC shipments set for growth

The Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) personal computing devices (PCD) market, which is made up of desktops, notebooks, and workstations, continued to exceed expectations in Q1 2024 with shipments increasing 12,2% year on year (YoY) to total 3,53-million units....

How AI could impact consumers’ future

Movies starring clones of your friends, simulating your future, personal digital assistants, and AI-driven beauty operations are some of the ways AI is expected to impact everyday life in the 2030s, according to technology early adopters. New research from Ericsson...

Supply chain issues final catch up to global smartphone market

The double-digit growth experienced by the smartphone market in the early quarters of 2021 came to an end in the third quarter of 2021 (3Q21) as worldwide shipments declined 6,7% year over year. According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation...

Fewer discounts expected as supply constraints hit Black Friday

As South Africa heads towards Black Friday, it has been predicted that supply-chain disruption caused by Covid-19 could mean that there's insufficient stock to meet demand come 26 November. This is according to Sam Clarke, CEO at Skynamo, who says: "Around 90% of...

Amazon’s first SA solar project delivers clean energy to the grid

The first operational solar project it has enabled by Amazon Web Services (AWS) in South Africa has begun contributing renewable energy to the electricity grid. Located in the Northern Cape, South Africa's largest province, the 10 megawatt (MW) solar project will...

Digital commerce becomes more important as a sales channel

Eighty-six percent of marketing leaders report that digital commerce will be the most important route to market for their organizations in the next two years, according to a survey by Gartner. However, the survey results show marketers face a challenging outlook to...

SA young scientists win medals at Indonesia science fair

Two local young scientists have won medals after impressing judges at the 2021 International Science and Invention Fair held in Indonesia. Their projects were inspired by issues faced by their communities. Vera van der Merwe from Calvinia in the Northern Cape, who is...

More than half of Europe’s electricity meters are now smart

A historic milestone has been reached in the European energy sector as the penetration of smart electricity metering has now passed the 50% mark. This could be concluded in the latest study of the European smart metering market from the leading IoT analyst firm Berg...

Fintech innovation hub set up at UCT

The Algorand Foundation is partnering with the University of Cape Town to establish the UCT-Algorand Fintech Innovation Hub (the Hub). The initial five-year partnership is supported through the Algorand Foundation Grant Program with a $2,6-million (R37,5-million)...

VW SA on track for electric mobility

Volkswagen has taken the next step in its electric mobility strategy. Volkswagen's electric mobility strategy kicked off in 2020 with the launch of an e-Golf test fleet. The e-Golfs were used for research purposes and testing by motoring media as well as Volkswagen...

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The end-user is key to ECM success

The end-user must be one of the key considerations when selecting an enterprise content management solution in order for it to work effectively. This, according to Greg Lock, ECM solutions architect at Itec, will result in a user-friendly solution that can be deployed...

EOH acquires 100% of Sybrin

EOH announced the acquisition of 100% of Sybrin for an undisclosed sum. Sybrin is a specialised developer of software for the Financial Services and other industry sectors. Some of Sybrin’s products include workflow software, payment, imaging and document management...

Project managers for big data projects

Big data is on almost everybody’s mind at the moment, with IT departments wrestling with ever increasing volumes of both structured and unstructured data. But despite big data’s place as a mainstream IT phenomenon, the bulk of big data projects still fail, as...

Steps towards security for SMEs

The days where SMEs had nothing to fear are long over. It is well established that the size of an organisation is no longer directly proportional to its desirability as a target. Any entity that has information - be it intellectual property or customer details and so...

Splunk Enterprise 6 bridges data divide

Splunk, the leading software platform for real-time operational intelligence, announced the general availability of Splunk Enterprise 6, the latest version of the company’s award-winning platform for machine data. Splunk Enterprise 6 delivers powerful and fast...

globetom wins Red Hat premier partner status

South African ICT provider globetom has been appointed as a Red Hat Premier Business Partner; a status held by only a handful of local companies. As a premier partner which specialises in Red Hat Infrastructure, globetom is regarded as an expert business partner...

Dell selected as flash vendor of choice

Dell has announced it once again is redefining the economics of the data centre and has been selected as the top choice among IT leaders for enterprise flash deployments. Dell now offers customers better cost for storage performance as it begins to ship the new Dell...

Discovery HealthID now on Samsung devices

Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced that the Discovery HealthID mobile application is now available on Samsung GALAXY tablet devices, providing a convenient way for doctors to access Discovery Health members’ electronic health records. HealthID is an...

Kaseya offers new monitoring solution

Kaseya, a leading provider of IT systems management software, today announced the general availability of Kaseya Traverse. Traverse is a powerful solution, now delivered as SaaS, that delivers enterprise-class network performance monitoring, business service...

Sony introduces the VAIO Tap 11

Sony has introduced the world’s thinnest Windows tablet PC: the VAIO Tap 11. The device aims to fulfil every user’s PC needs despite its remarkable weight and size. It features a tablet form that offers the same ease of use as a conventional notebook, as well as with...

Intermediate Software Developer – Cape Town

3 years of Experience IT Diploma/Degree is advantageous Industry Related certificated Retail industry experience is advantageous. Stable work history Proven track record of successful implementation Main Language (JavaScript, C#, SQL) Containerization Experience with...

IT Project Manager

Are you passionate about leading projects and driving successful outcomes? We're looking for a motivated IT Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to manage diverse IT projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and...

Scrum Master (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Programmer – Gauteng The Willows

Desired Experience C, C# & C++PythonExternal and Internal networksInternet APHardware integration with Raspberry Pi controllers, ESP32 and Scada systemsRS485/232CAN busMinimum 3 years relevant experience. Desired Skills: Programming Software Programming Raspberry...

IT Project Manager – Gauteng Kempton Park

Are you passionate about leading projects and driving successful outcomes? We're looking for a motivated IT Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to manage diverse IT projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and...

Scrum Master (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating internal resources and vendors for the flawless execution of projects, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget.REQUIREMENTS:Relevant degree or qualification in Project...

Senior Full Stack Developer – Cape Town

Full Stack Developer Main Language (JavaScript, C#, SQL) Containerization Experience with overall solution design and documentation Experience with designing, building and integrating APIs Experience with designing and building databases (MSSQL, MySQL, Postgress) Web...

Intermediate Software Developer at Positive Switch

The Intermediate Software Developer is accountable for the design, creation, installation, testing, maintenance and support of software systems, that help businesses be more efficient and provide a better service to Fundi's customers. The incumbent will be responsible...

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