Despite perceived value, companies lag in digital workplace redesign

Eight in 10 IT decision-makers say the digital workplace is critical to successful AI-led transformation – but only 10% report fundamentally redesigning it for AI. This is among the findings from Lenovo’s sixth Work Reborn report, The AI-ready workplace, which exposes...

In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

SA Entrepreneur of the Year competition revived

Despite a few harrowing years marked by lockdowns, persistent infrastructural problems, the ongoing energy crisis, and muted economic growth, South Africa's entrepreneurs have continued to show their mettle - and the relaunch of the Business Partners Entrepreneur of...

Chinese smartphone market declines

According to the IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, 65,7-million smartphones shipped in China in 2Q23, a narrower decline of 2,1% compared to the same period last year. In the first half of the year, the Chinese market saw 130,9-million shipments, down 7,3%...

Outdated ideas that harm your digital business

UK grocery chain Tesco generates $150-million in supply chain efficiencies via analytics. Oil and gas giant BP saves $7-billion a year with Internet of Things (IoT) sensors. Hershey saves $500 000 per batch of candy with machine learning and IoT. These examples of...

Manufacturing supply chains set for radical overhaul

Manufacturers across the Middle East and Africa spent $5,02-billion on IT in 2019, according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC). This figure is expected to reach $5,22-billion this year and continue rising at a compound annual growth rate...

Entries open for Ecobank Fintech Challenge

Ecobank Group is inviting African fintech entrepreneurs to enter the third edition of the Ecobank Fintech Challenge. The Fintech Challenge gives African start-ups the opportunity to promote their fintech solutions, and potentially partner with Ecobank to roll-out...

Applications open for SA Applications Olympiad

The South African Computer Olympiad has introduced a Basic version of the Applications Olympiad for schools, to give learners at all levels an opportunity to participate. The Computer Olympiad, sponsored by the Institute of Information Technology Professionals South...

Africa embraces 4IR, aims to lead

Africa is not only ready for the fourth industrial revolution - it is set to outdo the achievements of the developed world. That was one of the messages that emerged at a seminar hosted by the African Development Bank at its headquarters in Abidjan. The event...

Business rescue: politicians must familiarise themselves with the law

Certain senior politicians seem to have a misapprehension of how business rescue works in South Africa, particularly as it regards the situation at South African Airways (SAA). By Jacques Jonker, an intern at the Free Market Foundation Some within the ruling party...

Covid-19 and its effect on China’s ICT market

The COVID-19 outbreak that began in Wuhan, China late December 2019 has continued to spread - bringing shutdowns in extensive sectors including food services, retail, entertainment, and tourism in the traditional Chinese New Year festival season, with many companies...

Global IT spend to reach $4,3trn in 2020

A new forecast from International Data Corporation (IDC) predicts worldwide spending on information and communications technology (ICT) will be $4,3-trillion in 2020, an increase of 3,6% over 2019. Commercial and public sector spending on information technology...

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UI UX Designer – Gauteng Midrand

We are seeking a UX/UI Product Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a passion for user-centered design, with an eye for detail and a willingness to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across Vodacom Financial Services. As a Product...

Junior Data Analyst

Position with an award winning company who are market leaders in their field of expertise - award winners for their exceptional and groundbreaking software.About the position:Data Analyst that is a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, analytical, highly...

BI DBA Integration Specialist

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a BI DBA Integration Specialist to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Record or update client BI services and database information for accurate and complete...

Senior Database Administrator at M&M Consulting

Roles and Responsibilities: Database AdministrationProvide administration of database systems including installation, upgrades, configuration, migration, consolidation, monitoring, tuning, and maintenanceTesting new versions of the database management system (DBMS)Set...

Master Data Specialist

Key Outputs Incumbent needs to ensure that all urgent market requests are handled within 3 working daysEnsure that all non-Urgent request are handled and feedback given within 7 working days as per the Service Level AgreementEnsure Material Group and Product Hierarchy...

Senior Software Developer

The Senior Software Developer is responsible for planning, execution, delivery, maintenance, and support throughout relevant projects.Key Requirements Minimum 7 years of experience as a C#, Net Core, Angular Developer.Bachelor's degree in information systems or...

Junior Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

Position with an award winning company who are market leaders in their field of expertise - award winners for their exceptional and groundbreaking software.About the position:Data Analyst that is a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, analytical, highly...

BI DBA Integration Specialist – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a BI DBA Integration Specialist to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Record or update client BI services and database information for accurate and complete...

Senior Database Administrator at M&M Consulting – Gauteng Woodmead

Roles and Responsibilities: Database AdministrationProvide administration of database systems including installation, upgrades, configuration, migration, consolidation, monitoring, tuning, and maintenanceTesting new versions of the database management system (DBMS)Set...

Master Data Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Key Outputs Incumbent needs to ensure that all urgent market requests are handled within 3 working daysEnsure that all non-Urgent request are handled and feedback given within 7 working days as per the Service Level AgreementEnsure Material Group and Product Hierarchy...

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