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Corporate SA takes action against GBV

Sep 8, 2023

If gender based violence (GBV) was a business, it would be a roaring trade. It’s time to stop talking about solving the problem, and actually start doing something productive, writes Richard Firth, CEO of MIP Holdings. GBV is not just a problem, it’s a crisis....

A consultative approach helps reduce digitalisation resistance

Aug 25, 2023

As industry such as manufacturing moves into the 4IR era, organisations are increasingly taking steps to modernise their operations through digitalisation. Digitalisation combines traditional manufacturing methods with cutting-edge technological advancements. A recent...

Deploy business technology projects successfully

Aug 25, 2023

Implementing new business technologies should deliver good results and improved value. But they are notorious for failing, often causing hundreds of millions of rands in losses. According to McKinsey, 69% of business technology projects fail. The Boston Consulting...

How about a career in data management?

Aug 25, 2023

In the ever-evolving digital landscape of today, where data stands as the new currency, the demand for skilled data management professionals has become ever apparent. By Nora van Schalkwyk, head of finance and HR at Data Management Professionals SA As a critical,...

Alternative energy solutions alone can’t lighten retail’s burden

Aug 25, 2023

South African retailers are being hit hard by load shedding. Costs have gone up and trading has come down. The Foschini Group (TFG), in a trading update in March, estimated that its retail turnover has decreased by about R1,5-billion and spent R200-million on...

Counterfeit electrical products pose a grave threat

Aug 25, 2023

Smoke, fire, and flames claim numerous lives in South Africa, ranking among the top causes of death. In addition, the Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa has reported that almost one-tenth of all fires stem from electrical sources. “However, many South...

Mistakes to avoid when downsizing your business

Aug 25, 2023

In a difficult economic environment, it may make sense to downsize your business rather than closing doors altogether. Load shedding, inflation, and the current high interest rate environment have left little disposable income in consumers’ pockets making it very...

How to run your business like a pro

Aug 11, 2023

Looking to take your business to the next level? Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, these 60 tips will help you make the most of your resources and achieve your business goals. So, you want to take your business up a notch, but don’t...

Make escrow a requirement for dealing with governments, municipalities

Aug 11, 2023

Should information technology companies seeking to do business with South Africa’s governments and municipalities be compelled by law to place their source code in escrow? According to the managing director of a leading software escrow provider locally and the author...

Are you really on sick leave?

Aug 11, 2023

Two recent cases brought to the Labour Court and Labour Appeal Court have highlighted that the courts will ultimately uphold the dismissal of an employee who, although not ill, has claimed sick leave, because it undermines the trust relationship. By Dumisani Ndiweni,...

From the sage on the stage to the guide on the side

Aug 11, 2023

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...

Worldwide IT spend set for 4% growth

Aug 11, 2023

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...

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