SA is turning to AI for learning, work and opportunity
A new report from Google and Ipsos shows that South African users are not only embracing artificial intelligence (AI), but increasingly using it as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions. The study, “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the hands of...
AI platforms lean towards region-specific infrastructure
By 2027, 35% of countries will be locked into region-specific AI platforms using proprietary contextual data, according to Gartner, which also predicts that platform lock-in will rise from 5% to 35% by 2027. “Countries with digital sovereignty goals are increasing...
These are the platforms trusted for accuracy
While social platform visibility is important, trustworthiness is the critical factor shaping platform strategy for marketers, according to a survey by Gartner. Among all platforms evaluated, YouTube emerged as the most trusted social platform for accurate...
5G investments fuel data demand and digital revolution
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) regions is seeing an accelerating shift towards 5G connectivity, which is expected to account for a significant share of mobile subscriptions and data traffic by 2030. This is among the findings from Nokia’s latest Mobile Broadband...
Altron goes live with AI Factory
Altron has successfully deployed what it believes to be South Africa's first operational AI Factory, powered by Nvidia AI infrastructure including Nvidia accelerated computing and Nvidia AI Enterprise software. The platform delivers comprehensive AI infrastructure,...
Sports fans demand always-on engagement from teams
There is a growing demand among sports fans for always-on, personalised engagement with their favourite teams. A global study from Infobip shows that two-thirds (66%) of fans feel disconnected due to poor club communication, rising to 81% among those under 35. The...
Khushi Lall is Eskom Expo ISF’s Top Junior Scientist
With a deep curiosity for the natural world and a creative spirit that extends far beyond the classroom, Khushi Lall has achieved remarkable success at the 45th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), earning the coveted title of Top Junior Scientist. The Grade 9...
Supply chain challenges cost airlines up to $11bn this year
Challenges within the aerospace industry’s supply chain are delaying production of new aircraft and parts, resulting in airlines re-evaluating their fleet plans and, in many cases, keeping older aircraft flying for extended amounts of time. The worldwide commercial...
Africa’s G20 moment to fast-track digital transformation
South Africa hosting the G20 summit is a rare opportunity to hard-wire Africa’s digital transformation into the world’s most influential economic agenda, writes Sunil Geness, director: Global Government Affairs & CSR Africa, Global Sustainability lead Africa at...
Hybrid working can help to reduce employee burnout
The vast majority of workers who have shifted to a hybrid model say that it has helped them to greatly reduce burnout in their working lives, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). The study, undertaken among more than 1 000 hybrid...
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What the CrowdStrike outage has taught us
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Dell pushes sustainability focus to AI and beyond
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DHL GIBS Route to Market Challenge winner announced
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More investment in wind and infrastructure needed
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Credit decisioning software the core of financial inclusion
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Vertiv debuts new management and monitoring solution
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The power of enhanced partnership
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Huawei in strategic co-operation with Standard Bank
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Business Analyst at QES
We are currently seeking a Business Analyst (S/4 HANA) to join our client based in Gauteng (Randburg) on an independent contract basis, Fully onsite work model Must be based in Gauteng / JHB, Work fully onsite Requirements & Preferences: Retail industry experience...
SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) 0087
Operational support for payroll runs in different countries.Functional support of business teams.Maintain payroll schemas and rules.Configure business requirements in payroll.Conduct Functional tests and System Integration tests.Manage and resolve incident and service...
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 2283
Collaborate with (sub)product owners and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.Configure and customize SuccessFactors to meet business requirements.Execute SuccessFactors Functional Testing & System Integration...
Business Analyst at QES – Gauteng Randburg
We are currently seeking a Business Analyst (S/4 HANA) to join our client based in Gauteng (Randburg) on an independent contract basis, Fully onsite work model Must be based in Gauteng / JHB, Work fully onsite Requirements & Preferences: Retail industry experience...
SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) 0087 – Gauteng Pretoria
Operational support for payroll runs in different countries.Functional support of business teams.Maintain payroll schemas and rules.Configure business requirements in payroll.Conduct Functional tests and System Integration tests.Manage and resolve incident and service...
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 2283 – Gauteng Pretoria
Collaborate with (sub)product owners and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.Configure and customize SuccessFactors to meet business requirements.Execute SuccessFactors Functional Testing & System Integration...
Systems Support Technician
Evaluate system performance by testing compatibility of new software, firmware, and programs with existing systems and equipment.Assess system expansions or enhancements by analysing workload and capacity across CCTV, Fire, Intruder, BMS, and Access Control...
Systems Support Technician – Western Cape Century City
Evaluate system performance by testing compatibility of new software, firmware, and programs with existing systems and equipment.Assess system expansions or enhancements by analysing workload and capacity across CCTV, Fire, Intruder, BMS, and Access Control...
Data Engineer / Analytics Engineer
This role provides the opportunity to work at the intersection of data engineering and analytics, making a tangible impact on business strategy and operations. You will work with cutting-edge tools, collaborate with diverse teams, and help shape the data strategy...
Data Administrator
One of our clients is looking for an energetic candidate that will primarily focus on maintaining and troubleshooting enterprise level data exchanges, APIs, control processes between their sites, servers and customers. Key Requirements National Diploma in Information...
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