Transforming to a dynamic workplace
Embracing enterprise mobility and creating a remote workforce can provide organisations with powerful competitive advantage, says Thuthuka Mhlongo, portfolio manager: End User Computing at T-Systems in South Africa.However, transitioning from traditional fixed-office...
HR solutions can address business priorities
Employees are the heart of any business. This is especially true for mid-size enterprises, which must attract and retain the best talent if they are to hold their own against much larger competitors. And if enterprises are to take full advantage of their talent they...
Microjobbing helps make ends meet
The cost of living globally is through the roof – and South Africa is no exception, says Andre Hugo, chief jammer and co-founder of M4JAM. Thanks to rising electricity rates and fuel prices, not to mention an imminent increase in income tax, making ends meet as a...
Tech will change how work is done
More people than ever before are leaving the corporate office behind to work remotely. To address this, the technology industry has had to move fast and in just the past year, we have seen acquisitions, apps and services developed – all with a single goal: to help...
New BBBEE Codes an opportunity to grow
Mid-sized businesses face a significant challenge in transforming their businesses to comply with the stricter Revised Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Codes that will come into effect on 1 May this year. However, they should regard it as an opportunity to help grow both their businesses and the South African economy. That’s the word from Saul Symanowitz, divisional manager at Sage Pastel BEE123, who says that mid-range businesses regarded as Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSE) under the Revised BBBEE Codes will need to think of creative solutions to address the new requirements of the Codes.
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...