16% growth in EMEA DX spending expected
New research from International Data Corporation (IDC) entitled EMEA Digital Transformation Market Forecast, 2024–2028, based on the Worldwide Digital Transformation Spending Guide published in October 2024, shows that the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA)...
Netflix signs up 41m new subscribers in 2024
Netflix added 41-million new subscribers last year, more than in 2022 and 2023 combined, according to data presented by AltIndex.com. The last three years have been a rollercoaster for Netflix. A huge subscriber loss in early 2022, followed by surging market...
Healthy growth forecast for next generation non-volatile memory
The global next generation non-volatile memory market is expected to reach $18,23-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 17,8% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new study by Grand View Research which says the increasing need for fast and economical storage solutions...
Cybercriminals adopting new tools, open source threats, hacktivism
While some cyber threat actors have maintained their usual patterns in the second quarter of 2024, others have significantly updated their tools and broadened the scope of their activities, according to new research from Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team...
Zoom ups collaboration ante with Zoom Docs
The rollout of Zoom Docs reinforces Zoom Video Communications' role in enhancing productivity within hybrid work environments and positions the company competitively against Microsoft and Google, says research group GlobalData, adding it also underscores the company's...
AMD ups investment in AI with Silo AI acquisition
AMD has completed its acquisition of the largest private AI lab in Europe - Silo AI - for an all-cash transaction of $665-million, furthering its commitment to deliver end-to-end AI solutions based on on open standards and in strong partnership with the global AI...
Zebra Technologies launches AI Developer Challenge
Zebra Technologies has announced its inaugural AI Developer Challenge to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) innovation to help solve new and complex business issues for Zebra's customers. The challenge is open to new and existing independent software vendor (ISV)...
Cost of living weighs on SA retail spending
South African consumers spent R303-billion on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) through traditional and modern trade channels during the first half of the year. This is according to NIQ South Africa's State of the Retail Nation analysis for the first six months of...
Mainstream adoption of everyday AI, digital employee experience in sight
Everyday AI and digital employee experience (DEX) are projected to reach mainstream adoption in less than two years according to the Gartner Hype Cycle for Digital Workplace Applications, 2024. “Everyday AI promises to remove digital friction, by helping employees...
‘Costly confidence’ costing consumers
Over-confidence is leaving consumers in Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) at risk of becoming victims of fraud, according to Visa's latest Stay Secure study. Research across 17 countries reveals a disconnect between consumers' confidence...
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Your telephone system is a security weak spot
While your telephony solution may not immediately spring to mind when you think about security risks, you could inadvertently be giving hackers the keys to the kingdom. Modern, voice over IP (VoIP) telephony solutions run on the same kinds of networks that your...
So many needles. One giant haystack
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Online self-service options can increase customer satisfaction
For many businesses, customer experience (CX), which is directly linked to customer satisfaction, has become a top priority. By James Bayhack, director for sub-Saharan Africa at CM.com A Salesforce report from 2020 found that 91% of customers claimed to be more likely...
Keypoint Intelligence validates Kyocera’s security strength
Nine A3 MFP Kyocera devices in the TASKalfa 3554ci series have passed Keypoint Intelligence's rigorous BLI Security Validation Test program. The volume and complexity of security threats facing today's organisations is increasing daily. The need for robust data...
How to create new business value from your SAP S/4HANA migration
The slow pace of migration to SAP S/4HANA is perplexing. Only 14% of SAP users are now live. Yet support for SAP Business Suite ends in 2027, and any options to pay extra for extended maintenance run out in 2030. Given the complexity of migration, these are tight...
Retain talent in the current workplace
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Pick n Pay to list on A2X
Pick n Pay Stores has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X Markets (A2X). Its shares will be available for trade on A2X from 1 November 2022. The Pick n Pay Group, with a market cap of around R27 billion, will retain its primary listing on the Johannesburg...
RansomCare can keep you safe in SA
Ricoh South Africa is helping businesses stop the time-wasting, and costly effects of a growing spate of ransomware attacks. As Ricoh's digital services portfolio continues to grow, it increasingly helps organisations digitally transform their operations to align with...
Agile Cloud achieves VMware Master Services Competency
Agile Cloud, a hybrid cloud systems integrator, has successfully achieved a Data Center Virtualization VMware Master Services Competency. This competency demonstrates that Agile Cloud is committed to helping organizations accelerate their digital transformations by...
IT Systems Business Applications Administrator at Gina@work
Job Overview:We are seeking a skilled IT Systems Administrator with a strong background in managing and supporting a range of applications, including ISYNC, Freshdesk, Sage Evolution, Gina Connect, Granite, Office 365, and VIP Payroll. The ideal candidate will have...
Systems Analyst
Drive Operational Efficiency and System Optimisation with a Leading Renewable Energy Company! Is this you? You are a proactive and analytical professional who thrives on optimising systems and processes. You enjoy integrating tools and identifying inefficiencies to...
IT ARCHITECT- BUSINESS AND DATA
The role of IT Architect - Business and Data is responsible for the strategic business transformation within Company and overseeing critical deliverables; such as business capability models, business capabilities, and value streams. This role is further responsible...
IT Systems Business Applications Administrator at Gina@work – Gauteng Johannesburg
Job Overview:We are seeking a skilled IT Systems Administrator with a strong background in managing and supporting a range of applications, including ISYNC, Freshdesk, Sage Evolution, Gina Connect, Granite, Office 365, and VIP Payroll. The ideal candidate will have...
Systems Analyst – Gauteng Rosebank
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IT ARCHITECT- BUSINESS AND DATA – Gauteng Centurion
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ENVIRONMENT:Are you eager to lead a dynamic team using data and technology to transform urban spaces? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovation drives meaningful change? If so, this is your chance to shape the future of city life. As a...
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Companies of all sizes successfully rely on our client's management and IT consulting to solve relevant BI, planning and digitization challenges efficiently and reliably. They combine the strategic vision and commitment of a founder-managed company with the dynamics...
Frontend (JavaScript) Software Developer – Remote – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:Are you eager to lead a dynamic team using data and technology to transform urban spaces? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovation drives meaningful change? If so, this is your chance to shape the future of city life. As a...
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