Manufacturer confidence at two-year high
Confidence levels among local manufacturers increased by a healthy 8 points to reach 36 index points during the fourth quarter – the highest level since the first quarter of 2022. According to the Q4 Absa Manufacturing Survey, production, domestic and export sales, as...
Data centres drive big jump in IT spend
The surging demand for cloud computing, increased data volumes, and the widespread use of AI technologies have helped the data centre market not only to recover from the 2023 slowdown but to hit record highs. According to data presented by AltIndex.com, global...
Boosting consent and collaboration is key to ethical ancient DNA research
In a paper recently published in a peer-reviewed journal, Communications Biology, researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Yale University have argued for the implementation of informed proxy or relational autonomy consent in ancient human DNA research...
Strong growth predicted for AI in video surveillance
The global AI in video surveillance market will reach $28,76-billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 28,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to new research by Grand View Research. Rapid advancements in deep learning and computer vision technologies have significantly improved the...
Desco calls for consumer incentives in vape disposal
Desco Electronic Recyclers is urgently calling on producers, sellers, and retailers to incentivise consumers to return used vapes and e-cigarettes for proper disposal. With over 95% of these products ending up in landfills, Desco stresses the critical need for...
ACSA trains front-line workers to use sign language
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is collaborating with the South African National Deaf Association (SANDA) to provide sign language training to 130 front-line staff across ACSA's network, enhancing the accessibility and inclusivity of its airports. The training...
Behind the screens at the Las Vegas Sphere
Sphere is a new kind of entertainment medium in Las Vegas, captivating audiences with spectacular LED displays that cover nearly 750 000 square feet inside and outside the venue. Behind the screens, around 150 Nvidia RTX A6000 GPUs help power visuals on...
Serious concerns raised over 2022 census data
Professor Tom Moultrie and Emeritus Professor Rob Dorrington, demographers from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Centre for Actuarial Research (CARe), have identified significant issues with the 2022 South African census. Their expertise, particularly in analysing...
Olympics will drive increased spend on cybersecurity in Europe
While previous Olympic games have faced cybersecurity threats, the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad - Paris 2024 - will see the largest number of threats, the most complex threat landscape, the largest ecosystem of threat actors, and the highest degree of ease for threat...
Gartner says PC shipments were up 1,9%
Worldwide PC shipments totaled 60,6-million units in the second quarter of 2024, a 1,9% increase from the second quarter of 2023, according to preliminary results by Gartner. This marks three consecutive quarters of year-over-year growth for the PC market. "The low...
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The importance of accelerated underwriting
The adoption of accelerated, or automated underwriting, which uses advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to evaluate risk and underwrite life insurance, has been limited to date. By Patrick Ashton, UK operations at Alula Insurance...
DMP SA is a Commvault Premier Partner
Data Management Professionals South Africa (DMP SA) has achieved the unique distinction of Commvault Premier Partner status on top of their Commvault Service Advantage Plus (CSAP) status, the only Commvault partner in the country to have attained both of these...
Kaspersky, Vox deliver protection for SA users
Kaspersky has partnered with Vox, an Internet Service Provider and telecom operator in South Africa, to boost cyber protection of local users. Vox was looking for consumer cybersecurity solutions that would strengthen the protection of its customers from malware....
PAICTA, Check Point partner to on cybersecurity skills access
The Pan African Information Communication Technology Association (PAICTA), an organisation that advocates for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), young people, women, and people with disabilities by creating an integrated and inclusive society through integrated...
What happens in cyberspace never goes away …
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Digital transformation is a business imperative
While digital transformation may seem like an overwhelming exercise for enterprises with a large investment in legacy infrastructure, the reality is that it has become imperative. By Amritesh Anand, associate vice-president at In2IT Technologies The longer businesses...
Confronting the myth: is cloud ERP the only solution?
Moving with the times when it comes to technology is no longer an option, but a necessity for businesses across the board. For manufacturers and distributors, investing in an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is no longer an option, but an essential software,...
ERP is a growth investment
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions have gained significant ground over the past few years. Primarily driven by the pandemic and rapidly changing business expectations, ERP solutions have become more capable, accessible and resilient. They offer organisations...
Sharpening endpoint protection is critical
Crypto-mining, hacking, vulnerabilities, and threats - protecting the organisation's endpoints has never been more important than it is today, writes Reggie Nkabinde, consultant: modern platform-security at Altron Karabina. Crypto-mining malware has seen a significant...
BCX collaborates to empower mine with 5G
BCX has collaborated with partners on 5G-enabling the Nungu Mine in Elandspruit. The deployment of the latest 5G-enabled technologies is set to enhance the mine's operational efficiencies and safety. "This is a game changer for the entire industry and the hundreds of...
Software Support Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
As a Software Support Engineer, the role is responsible for the support and maintenance of company software systems which are currently in production, as well as provisioning of new software systems. 95% of the role is Azure. Key Requirements AZ-104 certification and...
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Software DeveloperSoftware Developer II - 12 Month ContractRequirements:Realise the detailed design through programming and configuration.Provide guidance and mentoring to other software developers. Desired Skills: Software Developer Information Technology Learn...
Mid-Level Developer
The successful candidate will join a dynamic team in a high-pressure environment, where ownership and a self-learning attitude are essential for success. Key Requirements Degree or DiplomaDevelop commercial grade web applicationsDeliver work to agreed Quality,...
Software Developer II – Gauteng Sandton
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Mid-Level Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
The successful candidate will join a dynamic team in a high-pressure environment, where ownership and a self-learning attitude are essential for success. Key Requirements Degree or DiplomaDevelop commercial grade web applicationsDeliver work to agreed Quality,...
Junior to Intermediate Full Stack Developer (Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:Our partner is an acknowledged business consulting firm with expertise in enterprise resource planning, corporate performance management, business intelligence, financial and costing principles, shared services, and employee performance management. They...
Junior to Intermediate Full Stack Developer (Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our partner is an acknowledged business consulting firm with expertise in enterprise resource planning, corporate performance management, business intelligence, financial and costing principles, shared services, and employee performance management. They...
Project Manager (PV Solar -EPC)
Our client, a leader in the field of Renewable Energy, specialising in PV solar site construction, seeks to employ a well experienced and qualified Project Manager, with proven experience in EPC Solar projects.We do require candidates who have a strong background and...
Project Manager (PV Solar -EPC) – Limpopo Polokwane
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Flutter Developer
An exciting opportunity for a skilled Flutter Developer to join our client based in Johannesburg. In this pivotal role, you will take charge of developing and maintaining high-quality mobile applications using Flutter, alongside the Django framework, leveraging your...
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