Three trends set to drive cyberattacks
Following two years of high but stable loss activity, 2023 saw a worrying resurgence in ransomware and extortion losses as the cyberthreat landscape continues to evolve, writes Scott Sayce, global head of Cyber Insurance at Allianz Commercial. Hackers are increasingly...
Top cybersecurity predictions for 2024
Gartner has revealed its top eight cybersecurity predictions for the year, highlighting that generative AI (GenAI) adoption will collapse the cybersecurity skills gap and reduce employee-driven cybersecurity incidents; two-thirds of global 100 organisations will...
Expect a surge in coastal flooding, says NASA
High-tide floods - also called nuisance floods or sunny day floods - are already a familiar problem in many coastal cities. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported a total of more than 600 floods in US coastal towns in 2019. Starting in the...
Bad debt increases by 26% – Gartner
A Gartner analysis of 796 financial statements reveals that provisions and write-offs of bad debt increased from $9,750-million in 2019 to $12,262-million in 2020 -- a 25,8% increase. The standard approach to determining receivables risk underestimates the risk of...
Gartner identifies four types of tech buyers
Seventy percent of global technology buyers are exploring more ways to purchase technology this year, however vendor engagement strategies continue to underdeliver when it comes to meeting tech buyer expectations, according to a survey by Gartner. "Technology...
Top maths and computer science boffin graduates at 19
Kialan Pillay is graduating with a first class bachelor's degree in computer science and mathematical statistics from the University of Cape Town (UCT) at just 19 years old, having finished his high school career as the top matriculant in KwaZulu Natal at just 15...
SAIGA says proper financial systems could have saved wasted R26bn
The Southern African Institute of Government Auditors (SAIGA) has described the latest general report on local government audit outcomes - which shows that local government finances have reached R26-billion in irregular expenditure in the 2019-20 financial year - as...
Chip shortages drive demand for refurbished devices
New electronic devices are in short supply due to a global shortage of semiconductors, affecting particularly the production of new laptops, desktops and tablets. This is the word from Kwirirai Rukowo, GM of Qrent, who comments: "Currently, companies have been waiting...
Fraudsters target medical suppliers
From fake cures for coronavirus to phishing scams, fraudsters have been taking advantage of people's fears around the pandemic. Now, South African medical manufacturers and suppliers are also in their sights. Fraudsters are targeting established companies that...
Developers of growing importance to modern enterprise
Developers are not only the architects and visionaries of digital transformation but also have end-to-end line of sight into the processes that govern the manufacture of digital solutions. This finding by International Data Corporation (IDC), in its annual survey of...
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HP helps business capitalise on big data
HP has announced a complete next-generation data warehouse platform that enables businesses to solve complex information challenges and make more informed decisions while reducing cost and accelerating growth. HP AppSystem for Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Parallel Data...
Compliance alone won’t prevent disaster
The advent of King III, with its stringent demands on directors to exercise careful control over every aspect of the business, has been a gift for software vendors who can claim any link between their products and compliance. But, says James Beaumont of technology...
BDS appoints Ivyline as Xerox partner
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), Africa's leading technology and services company and the largest Xerox distributor in the world, has announced the appointment of Ivyline Technologies as official business partner within the Rustenburg area and its immediate...
Technology will change the face of Africa
The face of Africa is changing and the world is beginning to notice. Implementing world-class technology has been the ambition of many African countries since their independence. Today, this ambition is becoming a reality in specific technological niches and in the...
Dell Latitude 10 now available from DCC
The Dell Latitude 10, available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC), ushers in a new breed of tablet, combining the convenience of the small and thin form factor with the power of a PC in a device that is ideal for the serious business user. Featuring...
The future of the DBA in cloud computing
One of the many areas where services are beginning to move towards the cloud is in the database, as cloud providers, either public or private, can remove many of the time consuming tasks around installing, configuring and provisioning the database. These roles are...
Experience mobile music with music streaming
Streaming music feels almost as old as the Internet itself, but due to limitations in bandwidth and high data costs, not many South Africans have been able to experience this, says Matthew Thackrah, deputy MD and head of Consumer Electronics and IT Solutions at...
Stratasys launches the Objet30 OrthoDesk
Stratasys, a leading manufacturer of 3D printers and production systems for prototyping and manufacturing, has announced the launch of the Objet30 OrthoDesk 3D Printer, specially designed for smaller orthodontic labs and clinics. The Objet30 OrthoDesk now makes...
Safaricom uses Gemalto’s backup solution
Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, has announced that Safaricom, a leading mobile operator in Africa, with over 18-million customers, is using its LinqUs Cloud Backup solution to offer mobile subscribers in Kenya a comprehensive backup service for...
The seven ‘M’s of management
Experts in the field of blended learning, incorporating both onsite instructor-led training and e-learning methodologies, suggest that the business leader can derive significant value from following a set of guidelines to effective business management called "the...
Backend #C Software Developer at Ntice Search – Remote Remote
Our client, a Software Development company specializing in automation, is on the lookout for an experienced Backend #C Software Developer to work on a project with one of the big 4 banks in SA. This is a fully remote role, you can be based anywhere in SA to be...
Software Developer (Advance) – SWD61R – Gauteng Pretoria
Large international IT company seeks to employ a Senior Software Developer with extensive experience in UI/UX software development for a large project team in the Digital Web Design space.This is a long term contract role; Hybrid OpportunityHTML, DHTML, XHTMLWorking...
Full-Stack Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client is seeking an experienced full stack java developer to join our growing team servicing local and offshore clients in the financial services space. You must have strong communication skills and the ability to add value to existing product lines and develop...
QA Tester
My client is currently looking for a QA Tester to join them on an independent contract basis based in either Cape Town or Johannesburg. IT / Finance Responsibilities Define and maintain test plans that fit into the Client's test frameworkDefining end-to-end system...
Data Analyst I – III
Our client, a huge player in the Multimedia & Entertainment sector, is on the hunt for a Specialist Insights and Analytics consultant, i.e. a Data Analyst. If you are in the Johannesburg area and are a master with all things data and analytics, read on!!!...
Linux Systems Support Engineer (Centurion Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of cutting-edge Wireless Technology Solutions in Centurion seeks your strong technical expertise to fill the critical role of a Linux Systems Support Engineer. You will support a fleet of Linux servers across the globe and assist...
Database Admnistrator/Engineer at Kgabolize Recruitment Consultancy
Our client-based in Centurion is looking to hire a Database Administrator/Engineer at the Head Office. An idea candidate must have capacity to work individually, be initiative and have sense of order. Key performance areas:Develop and implement data governance...
Senior Network Engineer (ARUBA) (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR technical expertise as a Senior Network Engineer is sought by a dynamic ICT Specialist where you will be responsible for the provision of day-to-day network admin and support in a multiple network environment (LAN, WAN, wireless, satellite), including...
QA Tester – Western Cape Bellville
My client is currently looking for a QA Tester to join them on an independent contract basis based in either Cape Town or Johannesburg. IT / Finance Responsibilities Define and maintain test plans that fit into the Client's test frameworkDefining end-to-end system...
Data Analyst I – III – Gauteng Randburg
Our client, a huge player in the Multimedia & Entertainment sector, is on the hunt for a Specialist Insights and Analytics consultant, i.e. a Data Analyst. If you are in the Johannesburg area and are a master with all things data and analytics, read on!!!...
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