SA businesses say their people are greatest asset driving transformation
After two years of accelerated digital transformation, more than half of IT leaders say their organisation knows what it takes to digitally transform a workforce. But after such rapid change, many employees are now facing a challenge to keep up the pace, according to...
Positive outlook for climate technology
Climate tech funding in 2022 represented more than a quarter of every venture dollar invested in 2022, in the upper half of the 20% to 30% range observed since the start of 2018, according to PwC's State of Climate Tech 2022 report. Investment in climate tech has been...
Manufacturing ransomware payments higher than other sectors
In a new sectoral survey report - The State of Ransomware in Manufacturing and Production - cybersecurity specialists Sophos has revealed that the sector had the highest average ransom payment across all sectors--$2 036 189 versus $812 360, respectively. In addition,...
Hacktivists make way for professionals in DDoS attacks
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks increased consistently in the third quarter of 2022, particularly those conducted by professionals, with the number of so-called smart attacks during this term doubling compared to the same period last year. Moreover, the...
Virtual cards set for strong growth
Although South Africa was a little late to the party when it came to the uptake in virtual card usage, businesses are quickly realising the benefits of this payment method. And, with a good change management approach, virtual cards could offer big benefits to...
Cash vs online payments – where will customers flock?
While cash remains king as a means of payment in emerging markets, the proliferation of technology and the ever-increasing demand for instant and fast payments are changing the way businesses, retailers and consumers transact daily. And with Black Friday just around...
African Tech Festival recognises the continent’s innovators
Winners of the 15th Africa Tech Festival Awards - formerly AfricaCom Awards- were announced this week in Cape Town as the annual event one again celebrated record attendances. "It has been refreshing and energising being back in face-to-face contact with the...
Renewable energy solutions surge
Recent persistent power cuts in South Africa have seen many households and businesses turn to alternate energy sources, including solar energy, as a means of power continuity. However, solar kits don't come cheap. The average buyer in South Africa will have to spend a...
ICT could be game-changer career for the disabled
People with disabilities (PwDs) can play an invaluable role in South Africa's Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) while carving out a rewarding career for themselves in the country's thriving ICT sector, according to Prudence Mabitsela, co-founder and MD of training...
Huawei targets SMEs with new Commercial Division
Huawei South Africa has set up a dedicated department to expand the commercial market, and is inviting resellers to sign up to bring a range of solutions to their small and medium customers. Currently, the commercial market is promoted through cross-department virtual...
BCX wins at Cisco Partner Summit
BCX has won the Managed Services Partner of the year award for Middle East and Africa at the Cisco Partner Summit in Las Vegas. The Cisco Partner Summit is a global event celebrating top partners, especially in these times of unpredictable challenges. The awards are...
Empowered employees walk the talk on social impact
I have long been a believer that companies can drive sustainable positive impact when they connect purpose to their core business operations. By Cathy Smith, MD of SAP Africa I believe that, with a small change in approach and a commitment to walking-the-talk,...