Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

$500K crypto heist uses malicious packages

Kaspersky GReAT (Global Research and Analysis Team) experts have discovered open-source packages that download the Quasar backdoor and a stealer designed to exfiltrate cryptocurrency. The malicious packages are intended for the Cursor AI development environment, which...

New CX tech often doesn’t give desired results

Customer service leaders who are  effective at  vendor and product evaluation activities saw only a 50% increase in the likelihood that they’d achieve their technology goals , according to a survey by Gartner. By contrast, leaders who are effective at organisational...

Writing on the wall for robust digital signage growth

The installed base of connected digital signage displays reached 91,5-million in 2023 and, growing at a CAGR of 10,3%, the installed base of connected displays is expected to reach 149,4-million units in 2028, says Berg Insight. The research group says market growth...

Digitalisation on the cards for renewed Home Affairs

The rejuvenation of Home Affairs is top of new minister Leon Schreiber’s agenda – and digitisation will be key to this. “I believe that if we can demonstrate that even a department as maligned as Home Affairs can work and even thrive,” he says. “And the key to making...

6 technologies that could transform digital government services

There are six technologies that will have transformational benefits within five years for digital government services, says Gartner, including digital employee experience (DEX), AI code assistants, generative AI (GenAI), generative design AI, predictive analytics in...

Intel adds performance for the AI PC age

Intel has launched what it says is its most efficient family of x86 processors ever - the Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors. The company says the new processors deliver exceptional performance, breakthrough x86 power efficiency, a massive leap in graphics...

The digital afterlife … and stolen identities

An astounding 66% of South Africans believe the identities of the deceased are particularly vulnerable to identity theft, according to a new Kaspersky study - Excitement, Superstition and Great Insecurity – How Global Consumers Engage with the Digital World. As for...

Elastic supply chains key in addressing global risks

Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) must proactively embrace a geopolitically elastic supply chain strategy to support their organisations’ growth objectives, according to Gartner. An elastic supply chain capability - which can expand or contract supply in response to...

HPE plans to go after Mike Lynch’s estate for $4bn

HPE is not giving up on its claim against Mike Lynch, the Autonomy founder who died last month when his yacht sank. The company says it will continue to pursue a claim of up to $4-billion in civil fraud damages from Lynch’s estate. Lynch had been acquitted of fraud...

Africa well positioned for energy transition

Kathy Gibson reports – The last 25 years have seen some major global changes, not least in the area of energy and the technology that goes into its provision and distribution. On a visit to the company’s  South African offices last week, Schneider Electric chairperson...

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Fujitsu accelerates channel digitalisation projects

Fujitsu is investing EUR 3-million in its Select Partner Program to enable channel partners to better serve customers navigating the complexity of digitalisation. Significant program enhancements include new user-friendly tools, the introduction of improved rebates,...

A successful omnichannel strategy should be customer obsessed

The consumer industry is in a state of constant disruption. Along with advances in technology, more informed and sceptical consumers are holding business to higher standards. According to Reynhardt Uys, chief experience officer of the Immersion Group, an...

Harness the power of a UCX to meet modern customer demands

The change in how customers and brands interact over the past decade may seem gradual, until we look back and actually see how drastic this transformation has been. By Jeremy Osborne, strategic account manager at Infobip SADC This change was especially profound during...

VoIP, cloud-based contact centres could enable SA’s BPO sector

South Africa has been a major destination for global business services -- often called business process outsourcing (BPO) -- for a few years now. In particular, the country has steadily climbed the ranks when it comes to contact centre operations. Among the factors in...

The different approaches to metadata management

Metadata management, the ability to provide context and meaning to data, is a foundation of many other data management disciplines. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management The broad range of applications for metadata mean that approaches to metadata management...

How maternity, parental leave structuring impacts your salary

Despite years of progress and an increased awareness surrounding gender equity in the workplace and society in general, women bare a disproportionate responsibility when it comes to childcare. By Muhammed Goolab, executive committee member of the South African Rewards...

Businesses running SAP must get ready for S/4HANA

Many South African enterprises have not yet begun the process of migrating from legacy SAP to SAP S/4Hana - and, without a clear roadmap, these businesses may not have enough time to complete a successful migration before SAP's 2027 deadline. "With a little over six...

Insurers urged to focus on digital customer communication

Traditional insurers have never faced as much competition for their customers' attention as they do now. A whole litany of tech-centric startups are coming for their lunch and they're doing so by making life much simpler for customers. By Ross Sibbald, commercial...

Build for resilience through innovation

External disruptors and start-ups are constantly shaking up the business world, pushing technological boundaries and reimagining the future. According to Leona Mentz, regional operations manager: Asia, Middle East and Africa at BT, it has become crucial to not only...

Database Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Database Management Position Overview:Database Management will spearhead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-wide database systems. This role ensures optimal performance, security, and scalability of SQL Server environments while driving...

Senior Business Analyst (ICT-06) – Gauteng Centurion

Our esteemed client in Pretoria is urgently looking for a Senior Business Analyst for a 3 year contract / Hybrid Position: Senior person that understands business analysis, but also business systems analysis and process engineeringSenior person that understands...

Senior CCTV/IT Infrastructure Technician – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Our client, who has been in the Eastern Cape for the past 70 years supplying control instrument products (CCTV/IP Cameras/T&A/Access) to industry is looking for a qualified and experienced individual to join their team. Requirements:Grade 12Technical training or...

SQL Developer at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Senior Data Engineer (CPT) at Parvana Recruitment

About the client:Our client is a highly successful NPO. The work you will be involved with is highly impactful and am sure will bring joy as well as provide a highly stimulating and fabulous work experience. What you will be doing:Collaborate with stakeholders to...

Junior IT Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...

Developer – C# (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Responsibilities: Deliver code that is functional, understandable, maintainable and testable. Work closely with analysts, documenters and testers. Automated testing of features developed. Deliver technical documentation as and when required. Act as a mentor to...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...

Project Manager at Mancosa

IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available. PROJECT MANAGERCORE PURPOSE MANCOSA is looking for an...

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