by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
Generative AI, and technology’s increased role in our daily lives, have been important narratives influencing societal development for the past 10 years. However, it has been the events of the past three years – which have been shaped by a global health...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Featured Story, Features
Stalwarts in the local IT distribution channel are more than used to the ‘boom and bust’ cycles that have dictated the market for literally decades – The Chunderer, wizened through his 40-plus years exposure to distribution has regularly waxed lyrical on the subject...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
Worldwide IT spending is projected to total $4,7-trillion in 2023, an increase of 4,3% from 2022, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. As CIOs continue to lose the competition for IT talent, they are shifting spending to technologies that enable automation and...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Trends and Analysis
After a stronger performance in June, the monthly BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI) slipped somewhat in July 2023, mirroring the less-than-positive economic indicators that emerged during the month. “The BETI fell to an index level of 133.0 in July...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Product Showcase
Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has announced the immediate availability of the Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 30a 27, a business all-in-one desktop, powered with the 12th Gen Intel Core i5 and i7 U-Series. The desktop offers the following features: The 27-inch FHD...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Product Showcase
Kaspersky has announced an updated version of its Kaspersky VPN. The new version includes a Wireguard protocol for a more protected and transparent connection. In addition to the new protocol, a dark theme has become available in the new version. Today, it is an...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Product Showcase
Vertiv has announced key enhancements to its dedicated offering for channel distributors and resellers. Now, Vertiv’s three-phase uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) from 10 to 60kVA, including the Vertiv Liebert ITA2 and its complementary services, are now available...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Product Showcase
Nokia has expanded its SaaS-based Fixed Network solutions suite with the launch of AVA Fixed Network Insights that will enable operators to strengthen their customer service offering while reducing operating costs. Using AI/ML insights powered by Bell Labs algorithms...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Product Showcase
Lenovo has announced a brand-new line up pf LOQ – pronounced “lock” – gaming laptops, the Intel-based Lenovo LOQ 16IRH8, and Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 laptops as well as the Lenovo LOQ Tower 17IRB8 desktop PC, the AMD-based Lenovo LOQ 16APH8 and the Lenovo LOQ...
by Kathy Gibson | Aug 11, 2023 | Product Showcase
Anker has launched its PowerHouse 521 and 535 models in South Africa, providing a dependable and affordable solution to power instability. The high-capacity PowerHouse stations are powered by a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery offering six times more use than...
