Network security SaaS, virtual solutions drive sector growth
In 2023, the network security market witnessed a pivotal shift, with revenues reaching $22,5-billion, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group. Last year marked a deceleration to a single-digit growth rate, significantly influenced by the declining fortunes of...
Inaugural steps taken towards SA Asset Management Council
In a move that could change the asset management landscape; mining, energy and utilities players convened an inaugural meeting hosted by Accenture in Johannesburg to lay the groundwork for the creation of the South African Asset Management Council. The initiative aims...
Average age of cars and trucks rises
New research from IHS Markit shows that the average age of light vehicles in operation (VIO) in the US has risen to 12,1 years this year, increasing by nearly two months during 2020 and elevated by the Covid-19 pandemic. The increase in average age will further drive...
Global marketplace VC investments triple to historic high
Marketplaces are continuing to benefit from shifts born out of the pandemic and show no signs of slowing down. According to the research data analysed and published by Definanzas.com, global venture capital (VC) investments into marketplaces hit a new all-time high in...
Young SA scientists shine at Hong Kong science fair
Two young South African scientists have received honourable mentions after showcasing their technological advancements in the 2021 Virtual Global Youth Science and Technology Bowl (GYSTB) Science Fair in Hong Kong. Eskom Expo for Young Scientists silver medal winners...
Business debt conditions show signs of improvement
Business conditions are moving in the right direction as the economy recovers from the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to new insight from Experian South Africa. Experian's quarterly Business Debt Index (BDI) for quarter one (Q1) 2021, which reflects the...
Covid forces accelerated digital investment
Chief financial officers (CFOs) plan to increase technology investments, with 82% saying they intend to increase investment in digital capabilities in fiscal year (FY) 2021 compared to FY20. A survey of 115 CFOs was conducted by Gartner between July - December 2020,...
Investment in future of work set for growth
Total European investment in future of work (FoW) transformation will surpass $145-billion in 2021. According to the Worldwide Future of Work Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), published for the first time in June 2021, one-third of...
Saffers plan to spend more on post-pandemic events
What South African miss most about pre-lockdown life includes the roar of a soccer match coming to life at a stadium, the electric energy of a jam-packed, sold-out concert, and the heavy base of a vibrant club scene. These insights from new research conducted by Epson...
SA startup uses cloud, AI to improve food security for poultry farmers
Startup, Omniolytics, has turned to IBM to help transform poultry farming through digital platforms that use sensors and IBM Watson running in the IBM Cloud. Omniolytics develops smart farming solutions for emerging and commercial poultry farmers. The local poultry...
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Senegal’s ICT skills can help Africa grow
SAP has reaffirmed its commitment to Senegal, applauding the country's superior ICT (information and communications technologies) skills that offer a significant pool of talent that could serve the entire region. The market leader in enterprise application software...
WD makes strategic investment in Skyera
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Nashua Mobile partners with Porsche Design
The flagship Porsche Design retail store in Johannesburg has selected Nashua Mobile as its exclusive cellular service provider partner for the iconic Porsche Design P9981 BlackBerry smartphone. Lovers of luxury brands will be able to purchase voice and data contracts...
Mobile apps deliver real business value
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Adobe VIP deal rewards Dax Data’s partners
Dax Data is offering partners Adobe’s Value Incentive Plan (VIP) subscription-based licensing programme for its newly launched Creative Cloud for Teams Suite. Designed for companies of all sizes, VIP membership marks a significant move on the part of Adobe away from...
Unison Communications, Aspivia join forces
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Lexmark acquires Twistage and AccessVia
Lexmark International has announced the completion of two acquisitions, San Francisco-based Twistage and Seattle-based AccessVia. The total acquisition price for the companies combined is approximately $31,5-million. Twistage offers an industry-leading, pure cloud...
SMEs present an opportunity for the channel
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are important contributors to South Africa’s economic development, with some researchers estimating the total economic output of SMEs at 50% of GDP. However, SMEs face several hurdles in South Africa’s business environment, among...
Datatec releases year-end trading statement
Datatec, the international ICT group, has published a year-end trading statement for the financial year ended 28 February 2013. The group has marginally adjusted its forecasts, published in the interim management statement (IMS) on 16 January 2013, for the financial...
Business boot camp kicks off
The Seed Engine Business Accelerator has begun its first 13-week accelerator boot camp. Six teams of entrepreneurs have been selected from more than 300 applications. Each technology venture has been given R100 000 start-up capital to convert their ideas into...
Business Intelligence Analyst – Tzaneen at Ntice Search – Limpopo Tzaneen
Westfalia Marketing Africa, a prominent avocado marketing company based in Tzaneen, is seeking a highly skilled Business Intelligent Analyst.The primary responsibilities will include developing and maintaining business intelligence dashboards for our operations,...
Business Analyst – Gauteng Rivonia
Our client is looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join their team! The preferred candidate must have previous experience as a BA within the Banking/ Financial Sector: The position is on-site, based in Rivonia, Sandton. The Job Type is contract-based, for...
Senior PHP Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
A award winning end-to-end tech innovation design agency is seeking a Senior Back-end PHP Developer to join their firm on a fully remote basis. If you meet the below requirements, kindly apply for the position. Qualifications & Requirements: Matric (Grade 12) or...
Applications Developer & Support – Gauteng Midrand
Requirements:? The successful candidate will hold a relevant Degree/National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science/ Information Systems or equivalent coupled with at least 2 years' experience in ICT applications development, implementation, support and...
Senior Software Developer: Artificial Intelligence (AI) at CSIR – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Key responsibilities: Desired Skills: Ability to demonstrate Object-orientated software engineering skills mathematics/statistics/computer science ability to supervise/mentor/develop junior staff investigative orientation planning and organising Building multimodal...
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Large, international Automotive client actively looking for highly competent JavaScript Full Stack Developer and Integration Specialist (Experts)Product: Integrate Apps (Steve Cloud / EE Validation Services) A team of proficient individuals focused on developing...
SENIOR DEVELOPER: DATABASE (SAP BI/BW) at Secondments Recruitment
Job Advert SummaryResponsible for the design, implementation, and deployment of SAP business intelligence solutions (applications and technologies which are used to gather, provide access to, and analyze data and information about company operations) for end-to-end...
Senior Software Developer: Artificial Intelligence (AI)
About the job:The organisation has a vacancy for Senior Software Developer: Artificial Intelligence in the Emerging Digital Technologies for fourth Industrial Revolution (EDT4IR) Research Centre within the Next Generation Enterprises and Institutions Cluster. Key...
SAP GRC Consultant (Senior) 0962
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Intermediate Python Software Developer
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