AI trends to watch in 2025
Intentional or not, everyone is already using AI. Whether it’s to help prompt ideas and trigger thoughts or to simply navigate mundane day-to-day administrative tasks, AI has a utility for everyone. This natural adoption of AI over the last few years has opened new...
Enterprise WLAN market continues to recover
Enterprise class Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenues increased quarter-on-quarter for the second time in a row - reaching $2,3-billion in 3Q 2024 - according to research group Dell’Oro Group which adds that the adoption of WiFi 7 continued its ascent, with shipments of the...
Black Friday drives traffic to malls
There were 4,3-million vehicle stops at 1 850 monitored malls/shopping centres on Black Friday this year - marginally up by 2,5% on last year - but the 25,7-million vehicle stops during Black Friday week were up by 10% compared to 2023’s Black Friday week, and 12%...
Protect your holiday cheer from cyber criminals
The December holiday season is prime time for cyber criminals and fraudsters, largely because people let their guard down and shop around for bargains more than usual over this period. This is the warning from members of the cyber security special interest group...
Supply chain issues still plague airline performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects severe supply chain issues to continue to impact airline performance into 2025 – which will both raise costs and limit growth. IATA quantified the scale of the challenges facing airlines because of supply...
New MD for Business Partners
Business Partners has announced the appointment of Jeremy Lang as its new MD, effective 1 January 2025. Lang will be taking over from Ben Bierman, who will retire after more than 35 years of service. Under Bierman’s leadership, Business Partners Limited navigated the...
Boost SaaS sales through the power of data
The growth and acceptance of digital everything has seen a surge in software as a service (SaaS), redefining how businesses of all sizes and industries operate. No longer just an alternative to traditional software, SaaS offers the agility, scalability, and...
Fluidity drives agile talent models
The way people are envisaging and planning careers for themselves has changed, writes Johann van Niekerk, co-founder and CEO of Outsized . Traditionally split into ‘full time’ or ‘freelance’ (whatever form that may take), talent is starting to become fluid. People are...
Cloud best practices for 2025
The global cloud computing market is projected to reach the $864-billion mark by next year and continue growing at 12,8% annually. This reflects how important the cloud has become to any organisation’s strategy, writes Ralph Berndt, sales and marketing director at...
Strong leadership crucial in building a security-conscious organisation
Let’s face it, technology alone is not enough to protect against ever-evolving cyber threats. Effective cybersecurity requires strong leadership. Leadership must foster a culture of security, make informed strategic decisions, and guide organisations through the...
We need to balance education with innovation
In an era where technological advancements are transforming every aspect of our lives, the educational sector is no exception. While innovation and technology have the potential to revolutionise learning, it is crucial to remember that not all change is inherently...
Remuneration trends talent-hungry employers need to know
The world of work is evolving rapidly and along with it, employee demands and remuneration practices. “Companies that want to stay ahead of the talent race need to keep abreast of these changes and adapt accordingly,” says Dr Mark Bussin, master reward specialist and...