by Kathy Gibson | Jan 30, 2017 | Trends and Analysis
It’s already obvious that the Internet of Things (IoT) is going to be the next big thing, and companies that embrace the technologies that make up IoT – and start to add value – will be the ones that succeed in 2017 and beyond. By Kathy Gibson Acer Africa’s Glenn du...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 30, 2017 | news
It’s never an easy task, and nowadays, takes a lot of courage to try and predict what lies ahead in a new year. In 2016, for example, who could have predicted Brexit? Donald Trump winning the US presidency? And the possible effects these events could have in the...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 30, 2017 | news
Artificial intelligence (AI) is an important theme this year and consumers see it playing a much more prominent role than before – both in society and at work. According to Ericsson Consumer Lab’s annual trend report, “The 10 Hot Consumer Trends for 2017 and Beyond”,...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 30, 2017 | news
Internationally Europe has three of its largest countries – namely the Netherlands, France and Germany – all going to the polls next year, and upsets to traditional voting patterns can certainly be expected here, potentially weakening the Eurozone further....
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 30, 2017 | news
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday firmly behind us, the Christmas season is well and truly upon us. You just have to walk into any major retailer or shopping mall for confirmation – bedecked Christmas trees, tinsel, glitter and, of course, Boney M belting out their...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 27, 2017 | news
It’s the time of the ear again when Channelwise’s Three Wise Men (and a Woman) huddle together over their tea and biscuits to decide who they think are the most influential executives in today’s channel. Over the years, many of the candidates have been what punters...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 27, 2017 | Thought Leadership
Last month I placed the spotlight on some of the South African drivers who took part in the legendary 1965 Rand Grand Prix at Kyalami, the first international event under the then new three-litre Formula One rules.By Graham Duxbury, MD of Duxbury Networking Of course,...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 27, 2017 | Thought Leadership
The local channel has had a turbulent year. Margins remain under constant pressure, cashflow is tight, and competition is more fierce than ever. By Simon Campbell-Young, security guru at First Distribution However, these aren’t the only challenges the South African...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 27, 2017 | Thought Leadership
In today’s competitive business environment, companies of all sizes are looking at increased efficiency and improved productivity. One of the key areas where organisations can gain such benefits lies in the digitisation of paper-intensive processes and the...
by Kathy Gibson | Jan 27, 2017 | Thought Leadership
The iconic American speedway race, the Indianapolis 500, is inexorably linked with Formula One. Forming part of the F1 championship only until 1960, the race nevertheless continues to hold a fascination for F1 teams and drivers.By Graham Duxbury, MD of Duxbury...
