Pinnacle signs up as IBM’s second distributor in SA
Looking to leverage the vendor’s innovations in AI, hybrid cloud, data analytics, and cybersecurity, Pinnacle ICT has signed to become IBM’s second major distributor in South Africa. At the heart of this collaboration is Pinnacle’s mission to provide businesses with...
CEOs believe their executive teams lack ‘AI savvy’
Only 44% of CIOs are deemed by their CEOs to be “AI savvy” according to a survey by Gartner.The Gartner CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey of 456 CEOs and other senior business executives worldwide was conducted from June to November 2024 and measured CEOs'...
Applications now open for ISPA Inspires sponsorships
Smart young South Africans aspiring to careers in the ICT industry are invited to submit their applications for consideration for the fifth instalment of the ISPA Inspires educational sponsorship from Monday (2 September). ISPA is South Africa's official internet...
Exposure to violence severely impacts SA’s young children
A study by Lucinda Tsunga, a PhD graduand from the University of Cape Town (UCT), has described alarmingly high levels of violence exposure in young South African children which could have significant implications for addressing the profound impact of violence...
Young scientists show what they can do
A total of 262 young scientists presented 183 research projects at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists' Regional Science Fairs final event in Gauteng North at the Tshwane University of Technology. The projects on display were evaluated by 142 judges including...
AWS has deep roots in Cape Town
Kathy Gibson reports from AWS Summit in Sandton - AWS's relationship with South Africa - and Cape Town, in particular - goes back a long way. Indeed, a lot of the technology development that supports AWS's global cloud services was developed by a small group of...
AWS renews commitment to cloud, AI in Africa
Kathy Gibson reports from AWS Summit in Sandton - AWS has already invested R15,6-billion in building infrastructure in Africa - and has committed to a further R30,4-billion. "Whether it is opening new office locations, or enabling the distribution connect backbone, or...
These are the technologies that will transform sales in the future
Emotion AI, machine sellers, and digital twin of a customer will have a transformative impact on the sales function in the next decade, according to Gartner. However, sales leaders must closely navigate the hype to evaluate when these technologies will be appropriate...
IDC optimistic that smartphones on road to recovery
Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 5,8% YoY in 2024 to 1,23-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The 12% growth in the first quarter - followed by 9% growth last quarter - has...
GenAI to trigger a spike in cybersecurity spend
Worldwide end user spending on information security is projected to total $212-billion in 2025 - an increase of 15,1% from 2024 - according to a new forecast from Gartner which says that this year's spend is estimated to reach $183,9-billion. "The continued heightened...
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BT engineers new digital network infrastructure for ABB
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An intelligent approach to ransomware
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Technologies that will reinvent our digital future
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In 2021, Africa bore the brunt of increased cyberattacks
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In a digital-first world, true 24/7 support is essential
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New appointments at MTN SA
MTN SA has appointed Michele Gamberini as its new chief technology and information officer, effective 1 February 2022. The company also announced the appointment of Megan Nicholas to MD of MTN Supersonic, the network provider's fibre and broadband internet service...
Smollan acquires Argility Technology Group
The Argility Technology Group (ATG) has become part of the Smollan Group, an intelligent commerce solutions business, driving sustainable growth and operational excellence. Smollan has acquired ATG from Capital Eye Investments - a private equity and venture capital...
Spectrum shenanigans are stifling innovation, says NoPBX
The constant machinations around the freeing up of valuable spectrum show no signs of abating. In the meantime, it is keeping the cost to communicate in South Africa artificially high and stifling mobile innovation by early-stage businesses. This is the word from...
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SAP CRM Technical Consultant / Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
If you are a dedicated SAP Technical Consultant, this could be the opportunity for you! Key Requirements Strong proficiency in ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) for SAP CRM and Web UI development.Knowledge of SAP CRM architecture, including BOL/GenIL,...
Commercial Analyst at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd – Gauteng Kempton Park
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Service Desk Agent I – Gauteng Midrand
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Solutions Architect (Infrastructure, Devices, OS, and Applications) – Remote Remote
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To support the delivery of Analytics and Data Science Solutions within the client's business. The objective is to drive substantial bottom-line value by transforming the organisation's key decision processes (e.g., sales, marketing, product design and pricing, fraud,...
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