AI makes critical thinking a workforce priority

A new global study from the IBM for Business Value points to a disconnect between the skills chief human resource officers (CHROs) say AI requires and those employees prioritise. While 71% of CHROs identify the ability to supervise, validate and override AI outputs as...

Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

Work location is not factor in project success

Organisations that bring employees back into the office will likely not see a significant improvement in project performance, especially considering the negative impact this could have on employee morale and retention, as well as operational costs. This is one of the...

Mustek reports lower earnings

Mustek has reported that basic earnings per share for the six months ended 31 December 2023 are 91.02 cents, down 58,5% from the corresponding period a year ago. The group's gross profit percentage decreased to 13,4% fro 14,1% in December 2022. Revenue, at...

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...

Touchless travel for Star Alliance members

Frequent flyer program customers of Star Alliance member airlines will soon be able to use their biometric identity across any participating airline at any participating airport following a new agreement between the world's largest airline alliance, NEC and airline...

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Intervate unveils SharePoint 2013 Web site

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Close the marketing loop to increase sales

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What businesses may overlook with POPI

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Oracle unveils social management solution

The industry’s first unified, end-to-end social management solution for the enterprise was unveiled today at South by Southwest by Oracle. Called Oracle Social Relationship Management (SRM), the new product is part of the Oracle Social Relationship Management Suite....

CBD surveillance systems mature

As central business district (CBD) surveillance systems mature and expand, new add-on solutions with greater flexibility, functionality and control are being introduced, says Mark Chertkow, MD of Graphic Image Technologies (GIT).  The challenge is to maintain the...

QlikView maps fire brigade’s risk

QlikView, a leader in business discovery - user-driven business intelligence (BI) - has announced that the fire brigade Amsterdam-Amstelland has deployed QlikView to map the risks in the region and proactively respond to those risks.  QlikView serves as the basis for...

Defining a solid security strategy

IDC 2013 CIO Summit is currently underway in Cape Town this week – an event aimed at bringing insight into the key business strategies that CIOs need to consider in a constantly evolving business world. The theme of this year’s event is "Seize the Moment: Transform,...

DCC introduces Verbatim Power Packs

Ever run out of battery life and there is no charger available? Often lose battery life on that important call or while listening to music? Stress no longer with the new Verbatim Power Packs from Distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). DCC is now delivering two...

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The successful candidate must be well versed in SAP, SAP Architecture and SAP systems. The Project Manager will be required to plan, direct and co-ordinate the activities of enterprise-wide projects to ensure that project goals are accomplished and to develop project...

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Full Stack Developer – 2499 – Gauteng Pretoria

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BI Tester – Western Cape Cape Town

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Senior SAP Database Developer – Gauteng Centurion

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Full Stack Java Developer (0779) KG – Gauteng Midrand

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