SaaS-based business continuity in demand

Business continuity remains a hot button for all organisations, we just need to reflect on the recent unexpected flooding and load shedding to note that continuity problems strike when they are least expected. It is as a result of this that the provision of services...

Global demand for Linux skills grows

Professionals with experience in open source operating systems are in high demand, according to the annual Jobs Report by the Linux Foundation. The report shows that enterprises around the world are increasingly dependent on Linux in all corners of their business and...

Balancing power supply and demand smartly

Electricity networks worldwide require smart solutions if power supply and demand is to be balanced efficiently. The answer lies in connecting power customers to smart grids, to each other and with other players, so as to make it all work and to balance supply and...

Tablet chip market leads demand

Strong growth in the processor market for tablet devices this year and beyond will draw increasing competition from suppliers eager to throw their hat into the ring, including the likes of giant chipmaker Intel, according to a new report from IHS Technology. Global...

Leveraging WiFi to meet broadband demand

The prevalence of WiFi in Africa and around the world is increasing, with more and more mobile operators looking to deploy it as part of their overall networks, according to Ruckus Wireless, an exhibitor at this year’s AfricaCom, running from 12 to 14 November 2013 at...