Removing the complexity from IT security
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - Technology has made a lot of things in our lives simpler - but it seems that cybersecurity and data protection has become more complicated. Jacques Smit, strategic partner executive at Acronis South Africa and Africa,...
Micro-segmentation secures network traffic
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - Cybersecurity is the biggest risk facing organisations in 2024, putting resellers under pressure to provide effective security solutions. Pinnacle Enterprise distributes the Guardicore Centra solution, a...
Intel adds to 5G and Edge portfolio
Intel has showcased multiple groundbreaking network deployments powered by its technology and unveiled the Intel Network Platform at this year's MWC virtual event. The chip giant also announced new additions to its leading product portfolio for 5G and Edge,...
Greenpeace responds to reports SA won’t support global plastic ban treaty
Greenpeace has responded to reports that the South African government plans to reject a new proposed global treaty on plastics. According to a document reportedly leaked to the Mail and Guardian, the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries is afraid that the...
External enterprise storage market eyes recovery
The external storage systems market value in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) was up 4,5% year on year in dollars but down 4,3% in euros in 2021Q1, according to International Data Corporation's (IDC) EMEA Quarterly Disk Storage Systems Tracker. Once again, the...
Who sent that SMS?
In a time of increasing scams and cybercriminal activity, consumers want to know who sent them that tantalising offer by SMS. Now, thanks to the Wireless Application Service Providers' Association's Codes Project, they can. Everyone who owns a cell phone has likely...
SA employees show reluctance installing updates
Twenty one percent of local employees have previously had a dispute with IT staff about the importance or frequency of updating their work devices. Surprisingly, IT teams tend to agree with such demands and let 47% of staff skip installing updates on certain software...
Women comprise 41% of supply chain workforce
Women comprise 41% of the supply chain workforce in 2021, up from 39% in 2020, according to a recent survey by Gartner. Every leadership level saw an increase in representation, except the executive level where there has been a slight decline. In 2021, women account...
Mayflower autonomous ship attempts transatlantic crossing
The Mayflower Autonomous Ship (MAS400) is now in international waters as it attempts to cross the Atlantic ocean and reach the US. Following daily briefings led by IBM's The Weather Company, the ship departed with the prospect of favourable weather from Turnchapel...
Soaring e-waste affects the health of millions of children
Effective and binding action is urgently required to protect the millions of children, adolescents and expectant mothers worldwide whose health is jeopardised by the informal processing of discarded electrical or electronic devices according to a new report from the...
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The pros and cons of big data
The opportunity to harvest insights from big data, much of which is marketable or can generate income, is obvious gold up for grabs, says Mervyn Mooi, director at Knowledge integration Dynamics (KID). Besides that, the transition of data or information from a...
IT asset management improves audit success
Effective IT asset management can help all tiers of government departments to have a clear view of their IT assets. This can help a department to have no unexplained variance between the lists of IT assets purchased against the actual assets that can be accounted for...
McAfee announces portfolio expansion
McAfee has announced its strategy for building upon Security Connected, the framework in which security products and services work together to safeguard businesses with better protection from new types of attacks. McAfee will expand its current broad portfolio...
Oracle’s SPARC T4 servers boom
Oracle has announced its SPARC T4 servers featuring Oracle Solaris power mission-critical workloads in over 3 000 enterprises worldwide, nearly four times the number announced one year ago. Oracle’s SPARC T4 servers have been adopted globally across all major...
Security predictions for 2013
As users round out their 2013 business and IT plans, cybercriminals are resolving to implement increasingly sophisticated threats targeting specific computer systems and organisations big and small. This is according to Doros Hadjizenonos, South Africa sales manager...
RSA unveils Security Analytics solution
RSA, the security division of EMC Corporation, has announced the release of RSA Security Analytics - a transformational security monitoring and investigative solution designed to help organisations defend their digital assets against today’s most sophisticated...
Fujitsu to build on POS solution
Fujitsu has released information about the development of its next-generation integrated point of service solution, which will for the first time enable retailers to introduce in-store access to a multi-channel customer experience including online, mobile and...
Vodacom Tanzania prepares for 4G
Vodacom Tanzania recently conducted a 4G (LTE - long term evolution) trial in Dar Es Salaam using Nokia Siemens Networks’ Single RAN (radio access network) and Liquid Core technology. In addition, the trial used Nokia Siemens Networks’ Circuit Switched FallBack (CSFB)...
Preventing data breaches
Unauthorised access to information is one of the most prevalent cybercrimes in South Africa. Data has become the lifeblood of business – from financial information to the details of a company’s customers, data is the basis of every business transaction today. Unlawful...
Keeping it simple with video
Video has long been touted as the new voice. There is no doubt that it is a high growth market, but will the simplicity of other modes of communication such as voice and instant messaging prevent its true potential from ever being fully realised? If video is ever to...
Systems Manager – Remote Remote
Join a prestigious South African conservation organization as a Systems Manager in the vibrant city of Johannesburg. Our client, a leader in the field, oversees 22 national parks and protected areas spanning 12 countries, encompassing an impressive 20 million hectares...
PLC Programmer (Automotive) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
A well-established company within the Construction / Industrial industry is seeking the expertise of a PLC Programmer with Automotive experience to be based in the Durban area. The Key Responsibilities for this Role IncludeSoftware development in accordance with...
SAP Business Analyst Lead – Gauteng Pretoria Region
Job DescriptionEnd-to-End SAP module responsibility, this includes, improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify, and implement solutions, scope requirements, plan & track product budget, meet deadlines and accurately document necessary requirements. To assure this...
Senior DBA Team Lead – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking for a Snr Team Lead / SQL DBA with a minimum of 8 years experience within the Data and Analytics environment. Must have relevant experience as a Team Leader.Join the team and share their passion for implementing, customizing and supporting high quality...
Developer – Back-End (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote
Client Details:Our client is a Software as a Service (SaaS) company, catering to vendors of asset management solutions with their hosted software. They have carved a niche for themselves by offering affordable premium software across various industries. The...
Digital Strategist (Senior) at Accenture – Western Cape Cape Town
About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance public...
Senior BI Developer
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior BI Developer to join our financial services client based in Sandton.What you will be doing: Interact with business and...
Senior Mobile Developer
Focused on driving financial inclusion, our Client's electronic tokens are well known in day-to-day activities. You can now be a part of this team if you act fast on the Perm offered for a Senior Mobile Developer. Location: Sandton Requirements At least 5 years of...
Angular Mashup Frontend Developer
Are you a talented Angular developer with a passion for creating seamless and innovative user interfaces? Our client is on the lookout for a skilled Frontend Developer to join their team and contribute to the evolution of cutting-edge digital experiences Essential...
SAP Business Analyst
Job DescriptionTo improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify and implement solutions, meet project deadlines and accurately document the necessary requirements to be done in accordance with local / global strategic planning and standards in compliance to the Company's...
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