EOH, one of Africa’s largest technology service provider, has announced the development and internal launch of the ExposeIT App, a powerful whistleblowing tool that provides a secure, completely anonymous and confidential platform to employees who may be victims of, or bear witness to, wrongdoings of any kind within their organisation. The development of the app […]
Researchers at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) are at the forefront of cutting-edge research related to fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies aimed at improving the quality of life of the country’s citizens. A media briefing was recently held to highlight the impact of the opportunities available and future skills required by young […]
MultiChoice South Africa confirms that it is has commenced with the consultation process announced as part of the company’s realignment of its customer care (call centre) and walk-in-centres. MultiChoice announced that the two sections of the business would be realigned in response to the changing behaviour of its customers, who are increasingly moving away from […]
An analytics translator software developer, a career guidance technology tool, a gaming studio and a private tutoring agency were just some of the ideas or companies that formed part of the 18 graduates in The Innovation Hub’s (TIH’s) 2018/19 Business Incubation programmes. The Innovation Hub proactively supports entrepreneurs with innovations that address social and environmental […]
Robotic process automation (RPA) software revenue grew 63,1% in 2018 to $846-million, making it the fastest-growing segment of the global enterprise software market, according to Gartner. RPA software revenue is expected to reach $1,3-billion in 2019. “The RPA market has grown since our last forecast, driven by digital business demands as organisations look for ‘straight-through’ […]
The Africa Automation Fair (AAF), the key networking platform for the industrial automation and smart control industry, ended on a high note at the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg in early June with an 11% increase in exhibitors and 5% increase in visitors, a range of highly successful new features, and plans for expansion in 2021. […]
A pilot initiative implemented by Microsoft partner Mint Group and the Limpopo Department of Health (DoH) at the Rethabile Clinic, Polokwane, has proved the viability of intelligent healthcare at government clinics through the application of artificial intelligence (AI). With plans to transform 400 of Limpopo’s clinics into intelligent healthcare facilities, the DoH will address some […]
As with many countries, South Africa is seriously considering including coding into the national curriculum. In fact, earlier this year Cyril Ramaphosa made it very clear that inclusion will be an objective he intends to see come to fruition during his presidency. This is commendable – but is it realistic? The truth is that including […]
Technology has transformed how we live our lives, but it has come at more than just a financial cost for many of us. A Kaspersky survey has found that more than a third (35%) of over 55s would struggle with daily technology challenges if it wasn’t for support from their children. Due to this, they […]
Industry 4.0 and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) were merely buzzwords back in 2014. Today, however, the traditional manufacturing industry is in the throes of a digital transformation that is accelerated by the exponential growth of smart technologies. To remain competitive and sustainable, organisations and industrial processes need to be fully committed to readily adapting […]
