by Kathy Gibson | Jul 24, 2026 | Features
In the sixth part of the feature on AI and the channel, we examined the issue of job losses. There is a fear that AI could displace workers – particularly those in entry-level jobs. We asked if this is a legitimate concern, and how enterprises can guard against...
by Kathy Gibson | Jul 24, 2026 | Features
In the final part of our feature on AI and the channel, we asked that the channel opportunities are. Werner Herbst, MD of First Distribution AI represents a significant opportunity for the channel, but it requires a shift in approach. The focus is moving from...
by Kathy Gibson | Jul 24, 2026 | news
While South African politics are under pressure ahead of November’s local elections, the UAE and Türkiye posted broad-based category gains. This is according to Context, which released findings from its July META Monthly briefing – covering distribution trends...
by Kathy Gibson | Jul 24, 2026 | news
AMD has launched its next-generation AI infrastructure and physical AI portfolio, led by AMD Helios rackscale solutions now in production and set to be be deployed by at gigawatt scale. At its Advancing AI 2026 event yesterday, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su said: “The...
by Kathy Gibson | Jul 24, 2026 | Thought Leadership
Business owners spend weeks negotiating with overseas suppliers, planning inventory and calculating margins down to the last cent. But all that preparation counts for nothing if profitability ultimately depends on where the rand is trading the day the invoice falls...
