How tech is transforming the office
Technology is causing disruption on an unprecedented scale - not just to jobs but to work itself. Andre Sharpe, Regus's CIO, writes about the innovations that will change the workplace in 2018 and beyond Buildings will repair themselves Prepare to say goodbye to the...
Impact investors can now own farming assets
A new generation of socially conscious investors, comprising predominantly millennials, is driving a prolific trend in global investing. They want their money to do good in the world, while still realising a fair return. The trend, known as impact investing, has...
SqwidNet names IoT University Challenge winners
SqwidNet has announced the winners of its first IoT SA University Challenge. The challenge was designed to challenge students to develop and create innovative projects focused on building solutions using SqwidNet/Sigfox technology. "At the outset of this project, we...
All the IoT winners …
This week's Internet of Things (IoT) focused conference concluded with the announcement of the winner of the 2018 MTN Business IoT Solution of the Year Award. The Digital Twin Mine Management solution took top honours. This will see its developers, Mine RP and...
Up periscopes: It’s time to look over the horizon at your digital future
It's unplannable, unstoppable and inescapable. That sounds like a tsunami, right? By Simon Carpenter, chief technology advisor at SAP Africa Not quite. It's the 4th Industrial Revolution; a wave of exponential and converging technological progress that is washing over...
Making digital a reality for our customers
The discussions around digital transformation goes on, but as the concept matures, so does our understanding of the practical barriers and challenges facing companies everywhere. By Brad Pulford, Channel Lead, Dell EMC South Africa Transforming in this new age is not...
Metrofibre gives Riversands Incubation Hub affordable broadband
In a bid to assist with the development of SME businesses in South Africa, Metrofibre Networx has partnered with Riversands Incubation Hub to bring broadband services, at a rate 50% more affordable than commercially available fibre services, to the companies operating...
Netshield helps to streamline IoT environments
Netshield has developed an end-to-end IoT offering that helps customers better build and incorporate IoT into their greenfield or existing business environments. The full solution extends from sensors to intelligent gateways and monitoring tools that enable a client...
Industry 4.0: hype or game changer?
Technology has played a major role in advancing most areas of our everyday lives - but it can also have a significant effect in the world of industry. In fact, if harnessed correctly, the industrial sector is poised to benefit hugely by improving efficiency,...
IIoT drives competitiveness in African manufacturing
The manufacturing sector is set to evolve thanks to the rise of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Specifically focused on industries with machinery and production processes, Jeremy Potgieter, Eseye, SADC regional head, says IIoT will significantly enhance...
Forget the hype and focus on the real issues
The Internet of Things (IoT) can transform business and create innovative new revenue streams. While the demand for IoT is certainly growing, most providers are still far too focused on the technology and not communicating the business value proposition to their...
Smart City starts with connected lighting
While a discussion around implementing Smart City initiatives can often get city planners and managers excited about the opportunities that technology can enable, the budget available is often the biggest stumbling block to getting started. David Webber, global public...