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New business models drive rapid data trend

Mar 13, 2020

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...

Next-gen DCIM vital for resilient edge infrastructure

Mar 13, 2020

As the demand for data storage and edge computing grows, reliable and efficient computing and storage sites become increasingly important. However, the management of these sites presents a challenge as these smaller, local edge computing sites – typically one to four...

The threats ahead …

Mar 13, 2020

The move to digitalisation is driving greater connectivity than ever before, opening up worlds of new opportunities. But it also opens the door to more sophisticated and dangerous threats. Kathy Gibson spoke to Trend Micro’s Dhanya Thakkar about the new world of...

There’s a new kid on the security distribution block

Mar 13, 2020

Cyber Security Africa is a relatively new kid on the distribution block, focusing on the burgeoning security market. Kathy Gibson spent some time with CEO Robert Brown to find out more about where the organisation comes from, and where it’s heading. Very few...

Digital trends for the construction industry

Mar 6, 2020

From cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI), to 5G and mobility, a key trend in 2020 is the accelerated digitisation of construction companies. This is critical for future proofing their businesses and maximising efficiency and profitability, writes Andrew...

Dealmaking in a tense global environment

Mar 6, 2020

While macroeconomic factors such as continued political turbulence and widespread fiscal uncertainty have undeniably impacted dealmaking across the globe, deal flow has by no means come to a halt. Rather, the challenging commercial environment has served as a catalyst...

Cloud demand: if you build it they will come

Mar 6, 2020

Vendor neutral cloud infrastructure provider, Routed, points out that four years ago the development of the local cloud landscape was still in its infancy. Routed MD Andrew Cruise, says that in the time since launching Routed, cloud demand has increased. “The market...

How digital adoption benefits SMEs

Mar 6, 2020

A study conducted by research firm In On Africa revealed that 86% of small and medium enterprise (SME) owners use their smartphones for business purposes. Meanwhile, 60% of the SME owners also feel that limitations posed by lack of a reliable internet connection,...

The impact of Covid-19 on markets

Mar 6, 2020

The spread of coronavirus, Covid-19, beyond China has created fresh uncertainty for the global growth outlook and sparked volatility in financial markets. Outbreaks in South Korea, Iran and Italy have raised concerns that the spread outside of China may be...

Top local labour market trends for 2020

Feb 28, 2020

In 2020, technology is set to continue transforming organisations and skills needs are evolving rapidly. By Lyndy van den Barselaar As organisations focus on sustainability, relevance and sourcing and retaining talent, job seekers will need to focus on learnability...

SA companies embrace new ways of working

Feb 28, 2020

Companies are increasingly softening to the ideas of remote working and flexitime as the understanding of the importance of employee wellness on productivity starts gaining ground. This and other noteworthy trends emerged from an annual HR Survey conducted by...

Local is lekker for HR and payroll solutions

Feb 28, 2020

A better understanding of the unique market conditions in South Africa is just one of the reasons why organisations should consider adopting locally developed HR and payroll solutions. Ian McAlister, GM of CRS Technologies, says these tailor-made offerings are far...

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