AI helps users claw back time and energy
Kathy Gibson reports – So often we talk about artificial intelligence (AI) in general terms, as an abstract concept that is somehow peripheral to our lives. But the reality is that it could have a profound effect on the way we live and work, says Michelle Olivier,...
AI and the move to real copilots
Kathy Gibson reports - Technology innovations are constant, and have brought us a long way in what is, in reality, just a few years. Trainer Warren Shaw speaks at a Pinnacle event for SME partners about complementary opposites: these are not simply two separate forces...
Companies must reinvent their employee value proposition
To attract and retain talent, HR leaders must evolve their employee value proposition (EVP) to provide a more human deal that centres on the whole person, according to Gartner. Employers must redesign their EVP to deliver employees a life experience - not just an...
Resellers challenge SITA client devices tender
By Kathy Gibson - Disgruntled ICT resellers excluded from the latest transversal contract won a qualified victory during an informal protest at the State IT Agency (SITA) this morning. A group of resellers converged on the agency's Erasmuskloof offices to ask...
Covid and the long-term impacts on Africa
Kathy Gibson reports - Businesses in Africa face an unprecedented crisis as a result of Covid - as well as social and economic impacts that will be felt long after the world returns to some form of normal. Isaah Mhlanga, chief economist at Alexander Forbes, points out...
2021 smartphone growth to hit highest level since 2015
Following back-to-back quarters of growth, International Data Corporation (IDC) has raised its near-term outlook for the global smartphone market. According to the IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, shipments of smartphones are forecast to reach...
Digital experiences don’t impact customers’ purchases
A significant 58% of customers believe that most brands' digital experiences have little to no impact on what they end up buying, according to Gartner. With 89% of brands prioritizing customer-facing digital experiences in 2021, it's imperative that chief marketing...
Young SA scientist scoops global award
A Johannesburg-based young scientist has scooped a grand award at the 2021 Virtual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in the US. Muhammed Hassen, currently in Grade 11 at Greenside High School, was awarded the Second Award of $2 000 (about R27...
Learn and innovate together at SAP’s SAPPHIRE NOW
This year SAP's flagship event SAPPHIRE NOW is a free-to-attend virtual experience that brings live panels, round tables, expert conversations and immersive virtual experiences to delegates around the world. The SAPPHIRE NOW 2021 program kicks off on 2 June 2021 with...
Americans set to lose over $5bn to Internet crime
Cybercriminals in America are getting richer. According to the Atlas VPN team's analysis, Americans are estimated to lose $5,6-billion to internet crime by the end of 2021. Cybercrime losses are expected to grow by nearly a third (32%) in 2021 from 4,2-billion in...
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Securicom offers Zenprise 7.01
South African companies can now access the very latest mobile device management (MDM) features and tools from the industry leader, Zenprise, through trusted cloud security services provider, Securicom. The company, which provides the Zencloud that enables South...
Hisense debuts U-LED TV at CES
Hisense has unveiled its highly-anticipated U-LED TV at CES, the world's largest consumer electronics exhibition. Building on the LED display, U-LED achieves unprecedented display effects through software and hardware optimisation, delivering better contrast, wider...
BT positioned as Leader by Gartner
BT has announced that it has been positioned by Gartner, in the Leaders Quadrant in the Magic Quadrant for Communications Outsourcing and Professional Services report for the third consecutive year. The report by Gartner includes analysis of 21 global vendors that...
Lessons from enterprise start-ups
Enterprise technology is extremely diverse and exciting these days, as the cloud changes approaches and needs, and as the boundaries between personal and work life get increasingly blurred. As a result, scores of entrepreneurs around the world are braving regulatory...
Kaseya achieves FIPS 140-2 validation
Kaseya the leading global provider of automated IT systems management services, has announced the Kaseya Virtual System Administrator (VSA) has achieved a level one validation against Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2: Security Requirements for...
BI trends in retrospect
At the beginning of 2012 the research firms and pundits proposed numerous trends for the business intelligence (BI) world, says Julian Field, marketing director at knowledge integration Dynamics (KID). Statistical analytics, BI in the cloud, mobile BI, in-memory...
Ericsson unveils WebRTC platform
Ericsson has unveiled a new Web development platform that will allow any connected device to be turned into an always-open communications device. The world’s first IMS-based “Web Realtime Communications” (WebRTC) platform enables Web applications that will greatly...
Interactive Intelligence grows in Q4
Interactive Intelligence, a global provider of unified IP business communications software and services, has announced preliminary results for its fourth quarter and full year, ended 31 December, 2012. “We had a remarkable end to a record year for orders and revenues...
Managing documents to make money
It has been proposed for some time that ever-improving technology would ultimately usher in the paperless office. However, as new technologies were introduced, the mounds of paper being generated in offices increased. It is in this sea of floating paperwork that users...
Avanade, Nokia deliver WP8 devices
Avanade, a global business technology solutions and managed services provider, today announced an agreement with Nokia to create and deliver packaged Nokia Lumia devices, applications and services to large enterprise customers. As consumer mobile technologies spread...
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Our client is looking for a BI Analyst to form part of their forward-thinking and visionary Analytics department. You will form part of a successful team and be situated in a bright, comfortable and busy environment. The role of the Business Intelligence Analyst is to...
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Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and ready to drive innovation in the automotive industry? Our client is on the lookout for talented Angular Front-End Developers to join our dynamic team and contribute to the evolution of the driving experience....
Senior Systems Designer at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE To analyse, develop and enhance software architecture and design solutions enabling the achievement of set business goals and objectives align to the agreed project delivery level.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: • Develop detailed solution architecture and design,...
Analyst Developer: Collections applications (SSO, KAS, DEB, CRA) – Western Cape Cape Town
We are looking for a talented Analyst Developer to join our team, specializing in the development and maintenance of Collections applications, including SSO (Single Sign-On), KAS (Key Account Servicing), DEB (Debt Management), and CRA (Credit Risk Assessment). The...
Senior Integration Developer – Eastern Cape Gqebera
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:The primary purpose of this role is to be a great developer. You will form part of the Integration team and will regularly engage with your teammates and our clients to design, develop, test, implement and support the solutions that we have in...
BI Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Umhlanga
Our client is looking for a BI Analyst to form part of their forward-thinking and visionary Analytics department. You will form part of a successful team and be situated in a bright, comfortable and busy environment. The role of the Business Intelligence Analyst is to...
Front End Developer – Gauteng Menlyn
Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and ready to drive innovation in the automotive industry? Our client is on the lookout for talented Angular Front-End Developers to join our dynamic team and contribute to the evolution of the driving experience....
IT System Network Administrator
Well known manufacturer based on the East Rand requires an experienced IT Systems Network Administrator to assist +/- 400 users. This position reports to the IT ManagerIT Diploma / Degree and a minimum of 4 - 6 years relevant experience is requiredMSCE and N+...
Analyst Developer: TAX application (SAR) and Credit transfers application (KOS)
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Analyst Developer to join our team, specializing in the development and maintenance of TAX (SAR) and Credit Transfers (KOS) applications. The Analyst Developer will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and supporting...
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Lead the execution of cold room projects through technical expertise, end-to-end project management, compliance with regulations, and optimizing operational efficiencies. Key Performance Areas: Manage end-to-end cold room installations, including technical drawings,...
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