Business and ethics in the age of AI
Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) is the big game-changer in business this year, and enterprises need to ensure they are not left behind in this quickly-changing world. At the same time, vendors and IT resellers need to keep themselves informed and...
CIOs aim for hybrid by design
Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises the world over recognise the need for a hybrid cloud IT model - but too often these environments end up as a hodge-podge of solutions that don't necessarily address the business's core issues. Sandile Dube, country manager of HPE...
Pandemic pushes govtech to the fore
The Covid-19 pandemic has presented an opportunity for governments to regain credibility. While confidence in governments has been generally falling over the last decade, a recent study reveals that a record-high 65% of people from around the world now put their trust...
Fleet management systems set to hit 19,9m in Europe
The number of active fleet management systems deployed in commercial vehicle fleets in Europe was 10,6-million at the end of 2019, according to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13,4%, this...
FNB, RMB win the Best Foreign Exchange Provider award
FNB and RMB have jointly been awarded as the Best Foreign Exchange Provider in South Africa for the fifth year in a row in the annual World's Best Foreign Exchange Provider awards hosted by the Global Finance magazine. The winners were selected from 122 countries...
Online FMCG shopping leapfrogs five years amid pandemic
As we experience the first-ever Black Friday promotional phenomenon under lockdown, the dominance of online shopping platforms has become crystal clear. To keep track of this development, Nielsen Global Connect has conducted extensive research that includes an...
Covid-19 sees surge in online spending
A Mastercard study on consumer spending has revealed that 68% of South African consumers are shopping more online since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Essential items have seen highest surge online with the majority (81%) of South African consumers saying they...
Trends that will impact how we work
Automation of routine work with artificial intelligence (AI), digital dexterity, and hybrid work with distributed workforce will be three key trends impacting the future of work that CIOs should focus on, according to Gartner. "In 2020, organisations across the world...
Healthy growth forecast for EMEA PC market
According to research by IDC, shipments of EMEA traditional PCs (a combination of desktops, notebooks, and workstations) will total 82,1-million in 2020, a 12,7% YoY growth. With the impact of the global pandemic not expected to undergo any immediate improvement, the...
Rate of first-time default slows in Q3
Experian South Africa has released its quarterly Consumer Default Index (CDI) for quarter 3 (Q3) 2020 showing improvement from last quarter's all-time high - down from 5,86% in June 2020 to 4,68% in September 2020. The improvement can primarily be attributed to a...
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FrontRange launches HEAT Cloud 2012.3
FrontRange, a leading provider of hybrid IT service management (ITSM) solutions, has announced the latest release of its cloud-based ITSM platform, HEAT Cloud 2012.3 which features significant enhancements in three primary areas: social IT; global and local support;...
Turn any TV into a Smart TV with Nology
Users can now turn any old or new television into an advanced Smart TV with the Cideko Smart TV Box from Nology. This Android-based product enables users to access digital content via the Internet, enjoy online shopping, download movies, music and interact on social...
mPowa a company to watch in 2013
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UC key to improving service delivery
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Riverbed acquires OPNET
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Functionality a key contact centre driver
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Snapdisk introduces new backup service
With the holiday season upon user, there is no excuse not to implement a backup plan for all photos, videos, and other important digital documents. While keeping data on a USB storage drive is handy, it is not the most secure way to store it. Physical backup devices...
DCC delivers new WD hard drives
Distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) is now delivering the latest version of Western Digital’s My Passport Edge portable hard drives for PC and Mac. The 500Gb My Passport Edge features a USB 3.0 interface for fast read/write speeds, a sleek and ultra-slim...
Ericsson, Unitel bring 4G LTE to Angola
Ericsson has announced that it has been selected by Unitel, leading provider of telecommunications services in Angola, as key supplier of its next-generation 4G LTE network. The agreement covers the deployment of new LTE sites, Ericsson’s Home Subscriber Servers (HSS)...
Panda releases Cloud Antivirus 2.1
Panda Security has launched a new version of its free cloud-based consumer antivirus service, Panda Cloud Antivirus – which recently earned yet another Advanced+ rating in the latest independent tests by AV Comparatives.org. The newly released Panda Cloud Antivirus...
Full Stack Java Developer (0737) KG – Gauteng Midrand
WHAT WILL BE YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES?Working on a new function as part of the vehicle production planning process which is used to verify and plan plant and material capacities, sales and production volumes. Full Stack Development and Maintenance of the...
IT Systems Administrator – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Our client in the chemical industry based in Durban is currently looking to employ an IT Systems Administrator.Purpose of the position:The System Administrator is a technical position that requires intermediate knowledge across multiple areas of IT Support and...
Full Stack Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Analyse, design and produce quality software and documentation under minimal supervision as per agreed specification by adhering to and improving the defined team standards and best practices while actively engaging with the team. Knowledge sharingReadily shares...
MES Analyst – EvdB
Work closely together with the existing IT teams and Legacy Application Architect to develop transition plans from legacy solutions Identifies and plans for necessary solution interfacing (i.e SAP S/4, Legacy boundary applications etc) in collaboration with the...
IT Programme Manager
Our Client a massive conglomerate has a new requirement for an IT programme Manager, to start on the 01 February 2024 . The contract period 6 Months . Hybrid JHB Based (once per week you might be required can go in or more depends on the team)The main skillset and...
Senior Full Stack Developer
ENVIRONMENT:An award-winning global security engineering firm is looking for an experienced senior full-stack developer to lead their software development efforts. They have recently launched a secure mobile application for accessing physical locations and now need a...
Production Systems IT Specialist
A well established company within the Manufacturing space is seeking the expertise of a Production Systems IT Specialist with PLC Programming experience to be based in the Durban area. This will be a permanent requirement.The Key Responsibilities for this Role...
MES Analyst – EvdB – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Work closely together with the existing IT teams and Legacy Application Architect to develop transition plans from legacy solutions Identifies and plans for necessary solution interfacing (i.e SAP S/4, Legacy boundary applications etc) in collaboration with the...
IT Programme Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Our Client a massive conglomerate has a new requirement for an IT programme Manager, to start on the 01 February 2024 . The contract period 6 Months . Hybrid JHB Based (once per week you might be required can go in or more depends on the team)The main skillset and...
Senior Full Stack Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:An award-winning global security engineering firm is looking for an experienced senior full-stack developer to lead their software development efforts. They have recently launched a secure mobile application for accessing physical locations and now need a...
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