by Kathy Gibson | Mar 22, 2020 | Trends and Analysis
The Covid-19 virus pandemic has made remote working a sudden imperative for many companies – but this could have a negative effect on productivity if it’s not managed properly. To help organisations remain open while mitigating against the virus’s spread, local...
by Kathy Gibson | Mar 22, 2020 | Trends and Analysis
It is often said that in circumstances of adversity there is opportunity. Technology will undoubtedly be one of the beneficiaries of the latest control measures announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa to contain the spread of Covid-19. By Bernadette Versfeld, a partner...
by Kathy Gibson | Mar 22, 2020 | Trends and Analysis
When there is a crisis, there are those that will try and take advantage. By Indi Siriniwasa, vice-president at Trend Micro Sub-Saharan Africa Unfortunately, cybercriminals aren’t guided by the same moral compass as the rest of humanity. In fact, they are using...
by Kathy Gibson | Mar 22, 2020 | Trends and Analysis
Covid-19 has halted business as usual. Around the globe business travel has come to a grinding halt as governments warn against non-essential travel, both domestic and international; borders are closed; and employers are encouraged to support remote working so team...
by Kathy Gibson | Mar 22, 2020 | Trends and Analysis
South African companies are hurriedly putting social distancing policies in place to keep employees safe. Helene Vermaak, Business Director at corporate cultural experts The Human Edge, says that even though businesses are acting with agility, some employees may not...
by Kathy Gibson | Mar 13, 2020 | Trends and Analysis
In a world where people are demanding instantaneous service and next-day delivery, the concept of rapid or realtime data is becoming crucial. Synthesis, together with Seacomand TransUnion, recently hosted an event in Johannesburg where experts from various industries...
