Workflow automation drives 20% productivity increase
New research from Zebra Technologies and Oxford Economics showcases how improving frontline workflows with modern technologies like AI, automation, and data improves profitability and enhances the customer experience. The research also highlights the transformative...
Hybrid working strengthens diversity, inclusion
A diversity and inclusion strategy has become essential for the modern business - not just because it’s fair - but because everybody stands to gain from it, according to the latest McKinsey Diversity Matters report. New perspectives, boosted creativity, deeper...
Hire for promise not proficiency to close skills gaps
Organisations lose out on performance gains when they require employees to demonstrate proficiency in all skill requirements before moving them into critical roles, according to a survey by Gartner. In fact, employees hired based on promise are 1,9-times more likely...
YouTube creators blackmailed to spread crypto malware
Cybercriminals are targeting popular YouTube creators with fake copyright claims, forcing them to distribute cryptocurrency mining malware disguised as Internet restriction bypass tools to thousands of viewers. Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT)...
How VAT will influence business considerations ahead of May 2025
The 2025 Budget tabled by Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana in Parliament on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, saw the 2% VAT increase initially proposed in February 2025 replaced by two consecutive 0,5% increases, bringing the VAT rate to 16% in the 2026/27 financial year....
VAT increase reflects tough fiscal choices
The revised approach to VAT increases announced in the delayed Budget speech represents a concession by Treasury while still striving to meet the revenue requirements necessary to offset government spending, sustain public services, and maintain fiscal stability. By...
Budget scales up private sector-driven infrastructure funding
In his 2025 Budget Speech, South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, identified infrastructure as a key pillar for the country’s growth strategy. He announced that over R1-trillion will be allocated to infrastructure spending over the next three years,...
Google, YouTube account for 25% of the world’s web traffic
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SA needs 2,2m homes to meet demand
South Africa has a housing supply backlog of at least 2,2-million units, with a significant shortage in the affordable housing or “gap market”, according to a recent study by the Centre for Affordable Housing Finance (CAHF). The gap housing market is generally...
Intel appoints Lip-Bu Tan as CEO
Lip-Bu Tan has been appointed as CEO of Intel, effective 18 March. He succeeds interim co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus. Tan will also rejoin the Intel board of directors after stepping down from the board in August 2024. Zinsner will remain...
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Leverage cloud while using on-prem systems
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Lenovo unveils Intel-based smart infrastructure solutions
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Africa Data Centres breaks ground on Nairobi facility
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Huawei rises in Top Employers ranking
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MSSA amends events calendar
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Will AI make us more secure?
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Aveva acquisition by Schneider Electric completed
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What cybersecurity dangers lurk behind new AI technologies?
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Data Manager (Wits VIDA) – Gauteng Soweto
Background:The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics (VIDA) Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand, formerly RMPRU (Respiratory and Meningeal Pathogens Research Unit) has for over 20 years conducted numerous studies to assess the burden of and...
Senior Network Administrator – Western Cape Cape Town Region
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Intermediate Software Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Intermediate Software Developer - Centurion, GautengAre you a passionate Software Developer ready to make an impact? I'm recruiting for a dynamic client in Centurion, Gauteng, seeking an outstanding Intermediate Developer to join their innovative team. Enjoy a hybrid...
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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, modernly and reliably. They combine the strategic vision and commitment of a founder-managed company with the...
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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, modernly and reliably. They combine the strategic vision and commitment of a founder-managed company with the...
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Data Engineer (CPT – Onsite) (3-month Contract to go perm) – Western Cape Cape Town
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Senior Service Desk Analyst – Remote Remote
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