$2,3trn wasted globally in digital transformation failures
Organisations seeking to harness new digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), must approach this organisational change in an entirely new way to avoid contributing to the $2,3-trillion wasted on unsuccessful projects globally so far. This is the...
AI, hybrid work top challenges for HR
Navigating the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and hybrid work models will be the top challenges affecting the role of HR professionals in 2024, according to speakers at the SAP-hosted HR Connect conference. Kholiwe Makhohliso, MD for Southern Africa at SAP,...
World leaders urge adaptation in the climate change agenda
Global leaders have stressed the critical urgency of climate adaptation. In a meeting of the Friends of the Global Centre on Adaptation (GCA), they discussed the acceleration of adaptation solutions ahead of November’s United Nations global climate summit, COP26....
Putting the burden on employees leads to compliance failures
Compliance teams that don’t embed their controls into employee processes face a significantly higher rate of compliance failures, according to a survey by Garner. The survey of 755 employees in April 2021 found these failures linked to unnecessary compliance burdens...
Strong PC growth continues in Q2
The recovery of the global PC market gained momentum in the first half of 2021, mainly driven by the growth in gaming notebooks and surging Chromebook sales. According to data presented by StockApps.com, the total number of PCs shipped during the first half of the...
Economy continued recovery in Q2
Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported on 7 September that the South African economy continued to recover lost ground during the second quarter of 2021. Lullu Krugel, chief economist for PwC Strategy& Africa, and Dr Christie Viljoen, PwC Strategy&...
Scamming activity intensifies ahead of F1 Grand Prix
This Sunday (12 September), the Italian F1 Grand Prix is set to take place - and it is driving a new spate of cyber scamming. With restrictions driven by the pandemic, not all fans will be able to attend the event and support their teams. As the pandemic continues,...
These technologies can drive customer acquisition and growth
Chief marketing officers (CMOs) are transitioning from a focus on customer retention last year to now looking to new customer acquisition and growth as they navigate into a post-pandemic world, according to Gartner. As the Covid-19 pandemic led many marketers to shift...
Ceramic 3D printing set for massive growth
Ceramic 3D printing is an emerging segment within the 3D printing industry that began its commercial journey in the past 10 years, making it a relative newcomer compared with polymer and metal 3D printing. However, increasing entrants into the field in the past few...
SA’s GDP up by 1,2% in the second quarter
The transport, storage and communication industry increased by 6,9% in the second quarter, and made the largest contribution to GDP growth, namely 0,5 percentage points. Increased economic activity was reported for land transport and communication services. The...
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Meet the dark side of social media
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A social approach makes business sense
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VoIP phones take over
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Data compliance is everyone’s business
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Netology uses Marval’s ITSM solution
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Should criminals fear biometric security?
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Mobility enhances the supply chain
In his 1999 book, Business @ the Speed of Thought, Bill Gates wrote “how you gather, manage and use information will determine whether you win or lose’’. The book may be over 10 years old, but this statement has never been more relevant to today’s complex supply chain...
The Open Group announces conference line-up
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ENVIRONMENT:A prominent industrial IoT company in South Africa, is seeking an Application Support Engineer for their Somerset West Head Office to serve their LATAM customers. The role involves working LATAM hours (1pm to 10 pm) and being on standby when necessary....
Data Analyst (Insurance) – Gauteng Bryanston
Cement your long term career in this great employer! We are looking for a professional individual with solid experience in data analytics from the short term insurance industry. Must have been exposed to high volumes of data and have strong reporting skills. To...
Django Framework/Python Developer – DPD230
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Senior Data Analyst at Government Employees Medical Scheme
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Django Framework/Python Developer – DPD230 – Gauteng Pretoria
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BI Developer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Desired Skills: People skills Critical thinking skills. Punctuality Work ethic. Desired Work Experience: 5 to 10 years Desired Qualification Level: Degree Learn more/Apply for this position
Senior Data Analyst at Government Employees Medical Scheme – Gauteng Menlyn
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Senior React Developer
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