Entertainment company uses AWM360 solution
A leading South Africa-based global gaming and casino group has acquired the services of AWM360 Data Systems to implement Kaba’s robust, easily managed biometric and SAP-integrated time and attendance solution. The result has been enhanced access control, security and...
Balance is a sought-after commodity
Despite access to realtime communication technology resources and mobile devices, employees today struggle to balance their work and personal lives. Some experts in human capital management (HCM) and human resource development believe that while many people strive for...
A focused programme retains skilled staff
Being able to secure a return on investment is a challenge for most businesses when it comes to training and skills development. Human resource and human capital mnanagement experts explain the conundrum that the majority of decision makers have to deal with: whilst...
Role of software-defined data centres, IoT
Sitting at Gartner’s peak of inflated expectation, there can be no denying that the Internet of Things (IoT) has finally become a vibrant part of the business and IT landscape, something that carries huge potential for many, says Mark Reynolds, partner and General...
PAYE reconciliation returns deadline looms
South African employers have until 29 May to file their annual PAYE reconciliation returns for the 2015 tax year (1 March 2014 to 28 February 2015) if they are to avoid paying penalties to SARS. This means that you must reconcile and submit your PAYE, SDL and UIF...
Creating the workplace of the future
The workplace of tomorrow will look very different from the average set-up in most South African corporates today. As the notion of “work-life balance” ascends into everyday business lexicon, virtualisation and mobility solutions hold the key to a better workplace,...
Soft skills training through game play
The world of C-Suite leadership is a lonely space. Those whose titles start with the letter "C", such as chief executive officers, chief operating officers and chief information officers carry the ultimate burden of responsibility and risky decision-making rests on...
Kick-start your new tax year
The new tax year is well underway, bringing with it a number of changes that could affect your payroll calculations and the tax you need to pay on behalf of your employees, says Yolandi Esterhuizen, legislation manager at Sage VIP. Here are some of the important...
Signs that you need to automate payroll
With human resources and payroll departments under more pressure than ever before, a modern automated payroll solution is an essential for any business, says Sandra Swanepoel, sales director at Sage VIP. Yet many organisations are still using manual processes that...
Companies slow to address gender diversity
ThoughtWorks, a multinational software delivery and technology company, says achieving gender diversity in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) working environments will contribute to improved business revenue. According to Lindy Stephens, Global...
Grow your small business in 2015
Last year was a challenging one for South African businesses and there are few signs that 2015 will be much easier, says Ivan Epstein, co-founder of Softline and CEO of Sage AAMEA (Australia, Asia, Middle East and Africa). However, get the basics right and your...
Kaba AG partners with AWM360
International manufacturer of access control and enterprise data recording solutions, Kaba AG, will leverage existing partnerships and a solid track record of superior technical expertise to engage the broader African market – beginning with South Africa. Kaba AG’s...