Big data follows the BI evolution curve
Big data analysis in South Africa is early in its maturity levels, and has yet to evolve in much the same way as BI did 20 years ago, writes Mervyn Mooi, director at Knowledge Integration Dynamics...
View ArticleCreat realtime interactive engagement with customers
Reaching every customer using mobile technology has become one of the most relevant communication tools today … this is where USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) plays a significant role in...
View ArticleIFS launches IFS Applications 9
IFS has announced a number of updates to its enterprise software suite IFS Applications 9. Among the new and enhanced features of IFS Applications 9 update 1 is the in-memory capability announced...
View ArticleMillennials require soft skills training
Whether straight out of school, or with a few years’ experience under their belts, millennials bring an amazing array of hard skills across multiple fields to the table. However, many of today’s...
View ArticleMetrofibre Networx adds capcity
Metrofibre Networx has upgraded its network deploying ADVA Optical Networking’s Metro DWDM 100Gbps solution with a capacity of multiple terabits per second. The solution is managed by the ADVA Optical...
View ArticleThe latest on cybercrime and cybersecurity in SA
In today’s fast-moving world, technological advances happen faster than legislation can keep up, and will continue to do so for many years to come, writes Christoff Smith, senior software engineer at...
View ArticleDigi-recruitment opens up new opportunities
The world of technology has not only changed the way we bank, it has revolutionised the way that potential employees view an organisation. Brand awareness and individual perceptions of a financial...
View ArticleHTC’s Desire 626 smartphone lands in SA
HTC has announced the HTC Desire 626, the successor to the HTC Desire 620. With a variety of colour combinations, endless personalisation options, and an enhanced camera that enables sharper...
View ArticleUltra HD cameras take video surveillance to the next level
Video surveillance is an increasingly important part of any comprehensive security system. However, in large spaces or areas where a high level of detail is required there are a number of challenges,...
View ArticleHuawei enhances energy efficiency
Huawei, together with the Ministry of Water, Irrigation and Electricity of Ethiopia, hosted the Ethiopia Day and Huawei Electric Power Summit 2015 themed “Better Connected Smart Grid, Greater Energy...
View ArticleBBBEE: Sector codes to clash with generic codes?
The legal framework for Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment in South Africa (BBBEE) has recently been significantly reformed through several amendments to the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment...
View ArticleDisaster recovery and the tough questions
In a market driven by data and the need to source, store and retrieve information in realtime, the ability to audit and control this data is paramount. The reason, say technology and cloud service...
View ArticleIs construction in the cloud Africa’s answer?
Globally the construction industry has been labelled as a late adopter, but the advent of mobility and resulting trends such as bring your own device (BYOD) has led to the industry using these devices...
View ArticleKeep an eye on who you are hiring
While the retail and hospitality industries are gearing up to hire more staff to cope with the increase in activity over the holiday season, they may be putting their businesses, clients and other...
View ArticleIntegrated video for better security
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) appointed EES Africa to design and manage the installation of new Video Management Software (VMS) for the campus. The client wanted the VMS to fully integrate...
View ArticleHow to manage the human firewall
Security has become a top priority for businesses in an effort to protect themselves from an ever-increasing variety of threats that continue to advance in sophistication and persistence, writes Simeon...
View ArticleBuild an efficient control centre for your digital business
How do you measure an e-commerce site? Which KPIs are good to have when running a digital business? What KPIs should control the daily e-commerce activities? How can e-commerce companies get a...
View ArticleCheck Point makes the Magic Quadrant again
Check Point Software Technologies has been positioned as a Leader in the 2015 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Mobile Data Protection. Celebrating its ninth consecutive year in the Leaders quadrant, Check...
View ArticleEnable organisational change with a people-centric view
Imagine you own a coffee shop; it’s been running for about a decade and is well known for great brew and delicious food. But sales are beginning to slump. You haven’t changed your winning formula, so...
View ArticleIs it time to find a new home for your data?
CIOs can’t stay away from the cloud anymore. The cloud enables businesses to create new business models and accelerate innovation. The cloud also represents a new type of data management, as more and...
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