Revenue to hit $1bn as quantum breakthroughs advance

Worldwide, quantum computing revenue is projected to total $1,1-billion in 2027, according to Gartner. “Nations and businesses have scaled spending in quantum literacy, patents, partnerships, and early use-case exploration,” says Gaurav Gupta, vice-president analyst...

Fuel price shock will hit supply chains hard, driving prices up

South Africa’s latest fuel price increase will put fresh pressure on already strained supply chains, says supply chain industry body SAPICS. The organisation warns that the cost impact is likely to extend far beyond the transport sector and into consumers’ pockets at...

SA must put jobs at the centre of its AI future

South Africans are embracing AI, but turning that appetite into economic opportunity will require trained educators, reliable Internet, affordable access, recognised skills pathways, scaling of existing financing models, and investment in the country’s own languages,...

SA’s data centre boom starts to raise questions

South Africa’s rapidly expanding data centre sector is highlighting a fundamental gap in how the country plans and regulates major digital infrastructure: there is no comprehensive public record of how many facilities are operating, where they are located, or how much...

Weak passwords still doing the rounds

In 2023, "admin" was the most common password among South Africans. This is according to the fifth annual NordPass study, which uncovered the 200 most common passwords worldwide and compared among 35 countries. It also explored what passwords people use for different...

Global energy transition under pressure

Near-term headwinds will hinder the energy and metals sectors' energy transition efforts in 2024, according to a new S&P Global Market Intelligence report. The newly published 2024 Commodities outlook: Near-term risks abound for energy transition, critical...

CFOs plan dramatic acceleration of digital transformation

A Gartner survey of chief financial officers (CFOs) in October 2020 highlighted a daunting list of digital priorities for 2021, from the implementation of advanced data analytics and robotic process automation (RPA) technologies to accelerating digital skills among...

Hybrid working is here to stay in SA

Almost nine out of 10 leaders (88%) at large enterprises in South Africa expect they will adopt a more hybrid way of working permanently. This is according to Microsoft's newly launched Work Reworked research conducted together with Boston Consulting Group, KRC...

Contactless payments surge by 36%

There was a 36% year-over-year (YoY) increase in contactless transactions in Ireland, reaching $3,4-billion in Q3 2020. Transaction volume surged by 77% YoY to 182-million during the quarter. According to research data analyzed and published by Comprar Acciones, the...

Technology key to Africa’s future

Building a business in Africa is now as much about embracing digital innovations as it is about understanding the nuances of each country and what it takes to succeed there. If businesses are to successfully expand into Africa, they must be willing to spend time...

Expanded unemployment rate climbs to 43,1%

Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported on November 12 that employment in South Africa increased by 543 000 in the third quarter of the year – recovering some of the 2,2-million jobs lost during the lockdown-hit second quarter. Lullu Krugel, chief economist for...

Alviva buys Tarsus in historic channel deal

Mark Davison reports – The biggest deal in the history of the South African IT distribution channel has come to fruition with the Alviva group acquiring its main competitor Tarsus Technology Group from holding company Investec, for R185-million. The deal is subject to...

IT spend set to pick up in 2021

IT spending in EMEA is forecast to total $1,075-trillion in 2021, an increase of 2,8% from 2020, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. IT spending in the region is expected to decline 6,5% in 2020. “The combined effects of Brexit and the Covid-19 public health...

Supply chains and their role in modern slavery

No matter which part of the world you live in or what industry you work in, modern slavery is closer to you, your business and your country than you may think. This is the word from Rachel Wu, MD: Asia at Axis Group International, sharing her insights and experiences...

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Systems Analyst at Datonomy Solutions

Understand and translate business requirements into quality system solutions and ensure optimal system performance and stability through support and continuous improvement.KEY OUTCOMES• Analyse current systems solutions and business requirementso Interpret and provide...

User Experience Designer at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand

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UI / UX Designer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

Client Details:Founded in 1990, our privately-owned client, headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, boasts a global presence with over 500 employees. The diverse workforce includes engineers, software developers, administrative staff, and specialists in various...

Project Manager Business Analysis – Gauteng Menlyn

Role Project Manager multiskilled in Business Analysis As the Project Managers primary task is to Manage the Project, the Risk, and the Issues to ensure the project runs smoothly on time and on budget.As the Project Manager plans, organises, directs, controls and...

Systems Analyst at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town

Understand and translate business requirements into quality system solutions and ensure optimal system performance and stability through support and continuous improvement.KEY OUTCOMES• Analyse current systems solutions and business requirementso Interpret and provide...

Back-end Developer at Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, song, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all...

Senior Support Technician at Application Technology

The position requires strong IT skills over a broad area with a proven ability to learn. It is office based (Norwood) and traveling to clients are required, as well as occasional overtime. Responsibilities: Desktop and Server Support (Primarily...

Risk and Systems Manager (Road Freight Operations)

A leading player in the road freight industry, is currently seeking a dynamic and qualified individual to fill the pivotal role of Risk and Systems Manager, and the successful candidate will be instrumental in fortifying their operational resilience. This role offers...

Technical Business Analyst

Assist with analysis and development of technical business requirements to inform solution development. Support the Senior Business Analyst with business relationship management. Planning and executing UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and RT (Regression Testing)...

Back-end Developer at Accenture – Western Cape Cape Town

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, song, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all...

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