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Whitcroft Writes: Getting set for the ‘new normal’

Sep 10, 2020

The “new normal” the world is coming to grips with under various lockdown regulations might go down as the most over-worked phrase of 2020 but it is, unfortunately, a reality. By Guy Whitcroft Since Covid-19 sparked governmental panic around the globe from February,...

Tech trends that will strengthen your bottom line

Sep 4, 2020

It is not only technological enhancements in companies’ production that can make the bottom line better. When one looks at the internal processes, there is also a lot of time to collect and save money. Angelique Montalto, regional director for SAP Concur Africa,...

Technology: the customer retention tool in times of competition

Sep 4, 2020

Retaining customers has always been a cut-throat business and even more so when cashflow is under pressure. The adage “may the best man win” has never been truer in times of tough business competition where delivering the best customer experience (CX) will be a...

Crisis offers opportunities and challenges for IT

Sep 4, 2020

As Charles Dickens once put it – “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times”. And for many of us in the tech industry, this famous line from the 19th century describes exactly what it’s like selling IT in 2020. By Adrian Futcher, channel and alliances...

Unlock human potential and sustain digital change beyond the pandemic

Sep 4, 2020

Before the Covid-19 pandemic broke out, organisations worldwide and their employees were wrestling with what the future of work would look like in a digital world. By Helene Liebenberg, chief operations officer at Tarsus Distribution The virus outbreak has forced many...

Formula One in Focus: Get in and go….

Sep 4, 2020

Exceptional racing drivers never fail to make an early impression. From the moment they first take the wheel – in any category – their unique talents are evident. By Graham Duxbury For example, when Ayrton da Silva first came to the UK from his native Brazil to race...

Whitcroft Writes: Getting set for the ‘new normal’

Sep 4, 2020

The “new normal” the world is coming to grips with under various lockdown regulations might go down as the most over-worked phrase of 2020 but it is, unfortunately, a reality. By Guy Whitcroft Since Covid-19 sparked governmental panic around the globe from February,...

Are tertiary institutions contributing to youth unemployment?

Aug 28, 2020

South Africa has a high rate of youth unemployment, and an increasing rate of unemployed graduates. Jake Willis, CEO and founder of Lulaway This makes one wonder whether studying further in higher education is even worth it because it seems that a qualification does...

Digital infrastructure investment can help Africa’s economic recovery

Aug 28, 2020

Africa faces many challenges on its path to becoming a global economic competitor. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Africa’s development can either be a massive barrier to advancement – or, the spark that lights the fire of innovation and investment across the...

Tech underpins a smarter strategy for success

Aug 28, 2020

Technology has permeated all facets of business. Today, it has become less about the bits and bytes and more about unlocking the efficiency of processes, improving the customer experience, and better understanding data to deliver on the company strategy. By Muggie van...