Consumers want their data to be treated with more care
Consumers reveal how they expect their personal data to be shared and secured - and companies should take note that they want a more trustworthy digital experiences. An Axway survey found that, while more than 60% of Americans feel open banking is positive and 62%...
2024 security trends focus on GenAI, CISO role
The top cybersecurity trends set to shape global enterprise in 2024 include generative AI (GenAI), boardroom discussion, sovereign cloud, vendor strategy, and insights on hiring. This is according to Margareta Petrovic, global managing partner: risk and cybersecurity...
New payment platform empowers informal waste reclaimers
In a major boost for the local recycling sector, Coca-Cola in South Africa and BanQu have rolled out an innovative payment platform to financially empower informal waste reclaimers and buy-back centres. "Waste reclaimers who collect waste packaging perform one of the...
Digital transformation tops the staffing agenda in 2021
CIOs plan to increase their IT staffing so they can further accelerate digital initiatives this year. A recent survey by Gartner found that 55% of CIOs will up the total number of full-time employees (FTEs) in IT across the course of 2021. They will predominantly...
Local manufacturer becomes preferred brand for government mobile
The country's only manufacturer of mobile devices has praised the South African government's massive vote of confidence in its decision to recognise Mara Phones as its preferred device brand in all procurements for the next five years. In an official statement, the...
Facebook tackles fake pandemic news in Africa
Facebook, in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO), is launching a new campaign across a number of African countries to provide accurate information and combat fake news around the Covid-19 pandemic. "Together Against Covid-19 Misinformation" will roll...
ADC adds Lagos data centre to its network
Africa Data Centres (ADC) has confirmed that it is to build a 10MW data centre in Nigeria's capital, Lagos. Nigeria is a key African market for the company, says Stephane Duproz, CEO of Africa Data Centres. "This region is hungry for digitisation and to pave the way...
NASA’s Mars helicopter survives first cold Martian night on its own
NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter has emerged from its first night on the surface of Mars. Evening temperatures at Jezero Crater can plunge as low as minus 90 degrees Celsius, which can freeze and crack unprotected electrical components and damage the onboard batteries...
LG closes mobile phone business
LG Electronics is closing its mobile business unit worldwide to focus on more strategic growth areas. In an official statement, the company says: "LG's strategic decision to exit the incredibly competitive mobile phone sector will enable the company to focus resources...
Conflict of approaches to security in META companies
Cybersecurity is managed by a dedicated department among half (58%) of enterprises in the META region, while only 25% of companies of this size have an in-house Security Operation Center (SOC) responsible for continuous monitoring and responding to security incidents....
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Huawei, Intel launch SSD servers
Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, has announced the launch of solid-state drive (SSD) servers in co-operation with Intel. The SSD servers use new-generation Intel SSDs, which solves storage bottlenecks,...
2013 BI game-changers
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Online payroll software key for business
Businesses can now pay their employees weekly, fortnightly or monthly with the Sage Pastel My Payroll Online system developed by Sage Pastel Payroll & HR. The Internet is here to stay and its capacity and connectivity have tangibly improved, providing an...
Small business trends in South Africa
The development of SMEs in South Africa plays a significant role in job creation and growing the economy locally and globally. “SMEs in general, serve as a gateway to help grow and sustain our economy and are able to take advantage of business opportunities and niches...
DiData expands e-learning programme
Dimension Data’s E-learning Management System has increased from 52 schools in eight provinces in 2012 to over 71 schools in all nine provinces in 2013. The aim of the initiative is to give students access to premium technology applications to support the school...
Ricoh revamps document product range
Ricoh has released a range of new and updated multifunction, production, industrial, projection, and wide format equipment alongside controller, variable data printing (VDP), document workflow and process efficiency software. The revamped product range is designed to...
Get maximum ROI with predictive analytics
Although predictive analytics is currently a hot topic, many companies are failing to realise maximum benefit and return on investment (ROI) from predictive analytics projects and implementations, says David McWilliam, director at Cortell Corporate Performance...
Questek installs LED display on ABSA Towers
Questek Advanced Technologies recently completed the configuration and integration of the 2 650sqm LED display that clads the top of the 29-storey ABSA Towers in downtown Johannesburg. Featuring 20-million LEDS, this iconic branding and marketing tool is being billed...
HP OfficeJet Pro cuts printing costs
Get professional quality printing, wireless and mobile connectivity and industry-leading management tools all in one printer that delivers up to 50% lower cost per page than comparable laser printers – the new HP OfficeJet Pro 251dw from distributor Drive Control...
Motorola launches TETRA radio with camera
Public safety and law enforcement officials need to reduce crime and create safer communities in a cost-effective manner and are investigating how technology can assist this process. Key benefits and cost savings are likely to be most visible in the area of evidence...
Data Engineer/BI Developer -2024_03
Our client, an International Mining Company has a contract vacancy for a Data Engineer.Some of the primary responsibilities of this role would include owning, tracking and resolving report related incidents and requests, fulfilling requests and resolving incidents...
Software Developer at QES – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town (North) is looking for PL/SQL developers to join them on some exciting initiatives Retail, IT Hybrid work model, Cape Town, Rates - TBD Technologies :PL/SQLOracle DbSQLLinux / Autosys Responsibilities :Help with day to day queries from...
Data Management Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
Visionary Data Management Business Analyst Opportunity: Unlock Your Potential! Join the Elite: Redefine Excellence!Our elite investment client is seeking a Data Management Business Analyst to join their thriving team, elevating and innovating their market...
Data Analyst (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading payments company dedicated to transforming the payment landscape by providing a risk-free and empowering payment solution. Their payment solution aims to alleviate debt burdens, enabling shoppers to pay as they earn, free from...
Junior Specialist – Oracle Database Administrator – 24 month FTC
The Junior Specialist - Oracle Database Administrator will be responsible for support and the delivery of the Database and ERP Application Administrator function in line with the organisational mandate, strategies, and business operations. This position reports to the...
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Our client is a world-class leader in insurance, and has an opportunity available for adynamic, strategic Application Architect who will spearhead the design of robust, interconnected applications, emphasizing long-term sustainability and compliance with security...
Data Analyst (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading payments company dedicated to transforming the payment landscape by providing a risk-free and empowering payment solution. Their payment solution aims to alleviate debt burdens, enabling shoppers to pay as they earn, free from...
Junior Specialist – Oracle Database Administrator – 24 month FTC – Gauteng Lynnwood
The Junior Specialist - Oracle Database Administrator will be responsible for support and the delivery of the Database and ERP Application Administrator function in line with the organisational mandate, strategies, and business operations. This position reports to the...
Application Architect – Gauteng Centurion
Our client is a world-class leader in insurance, and has an opportunity available for adynamic, strategic Application Architect who will spearhead the design of robust, interconnected applications, emphasizing long-term sustainability and compliance with security...
Business Analyst at Nutun Transact
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