Adapt, upskill, work to your human strengths in an AI-driven world of work
Artificial intelligence (AI) is now firmly in the mainstream as workplaces and jobs begin to undergo a transformation that is both daunting and exhilarating. According to the Future of Work Report 2024, over 95% of global business leaders agree that AI will profoundly...
Dell fast-tracks AI development
Dell Technologies has announced the Dell AI Factory to give customers access to the industry's broadest AI portfolio, from device to data centre to cloud and an open ecosystem of technology partners to create AI applications that meet their unique needs, through a...
Are criminal record, credit history open to employer scrutiny?
During the recruitment process, it is common practice for many employers to ask prospective employees questions about their criminal and credit records. The purpose, in general, is to ascertain the candidate's suitability for the position. At first glance, this...
Coding boot camps and their role in developing a tech workforce
Digital transformation has occurred in the last few decades, with the global economy increasingly dependent on technology. This has made tech skills critical tools for development and economic growth. An opinion piece by Natasha Joubert, reigning Miss South Africa...
WeThinkCode_ ready to empower the next cohort of software engineers
WeThinkCode_ has announced the commencement of its highly anticipated 2024 application season. WeThinkCode_ anticipates attracting over 25 000 applications from young people who are not in employment, education or training, and who are looking for opportunities to...
What to consider when integrating cloud services with your ERP
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software suites are the gravitational centres of enterprise technologies. They have been so for decades and continually evolve to maintain relevance in a changing digital world. Notable evolutions include SAP S/4HANA Cloud and Oracle...
Navigating the new era of low-code and no-code software development
Just 10 or 15 years ago, launching a new ecommerce business built for high transaction volumes and robust security was a complex undertaking. By Morgan Goddard, software development executive at +OneX If you wanted a scalable site with customised functionality,...
AIOps is driving digital transformation
AIOps, short for artificial intelligence for IT operations, refers to the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies to enhance and automate IT operations. A term first coined by Gartner, AIOps leverages advanced analytics, data...
In code we trust: in humanity we thrive
Project success hinges on many factors, but the human element of development teams should not be overlooked. While the team primarily delivers code, software systems and intricate system architectures, the journey to project success can be streamlined by prioritising...
Software developers must protect against GenAI risks
The latest PWC insight shows that a large number of CEOs have embraced the efficiencies that generative AI can bring to their business, with 51% of respondents saying they had already integrated AI into business operations. However, Dewald Mienie, head of architecture...
Unleash the potential of AI in the development sector
Embracing new technology may seem like an unwelcome burden among the myriad of challenges already facing the development sector. However, rapid technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI) - if used wisely - have game-changing potential. By Cathy...
Tackle the Kubernetes skills gap and optimise legacy modernisation efforts
Businesses are increasingly turning to Kubernetes as a linchpin for modernising legacy applications within the framework of a multi-cloud strategy.While the adoption of Kubernetes is widespread, the scarcity of skilled engineers well-versed in this open-source...