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It has been said that every construction site is a crime scene waiting to happen. Not only are these properties relatively empty after working hours, but those left unoccupied for extended periods owing to work stoppages are even more vulnerable to criminal activities. Valuable tools and equipment left unattended are often too much of a temptation for thieves and vandals to resist. Then there is the ever-present threat of the construction mafia – armed gangs that invade construction sites, harassing workers and threatening violence unless their employment demands are met. Site security is an ongoing challenge, says Databuild CEO Morag…
By Joshua Maraney, CEO of Top Click Media Worldwide spending on digital advertising is expected to top $485 billion by the end of next year signifying just how significant this medium has become as companies look to increase customer awareness in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. But it is one thing to realise the importance of digital and another thing entirely to find an agency that best aligns to the organisational goals. Some companies want an agency that offers the full spectrum of digital services while others might only be looking for a specific skillset. And while the obvious…
By Muggie van Staden, CEO at Obsidian Systems According to research, Kubernetes is predominantly for people who build platforms with almost a quarter of respondents citing that they are DevOps engineers. This is hardly surprising given how it has become an integral component for organisations that are embracing multi-cloud operations and need container orchestration to streamline to the edge. In fact, many expect the future of hybrid multi-cloud Kubernetes will combine best-of-breed solutions from public and private clouds to guarantee long-term cost and performance optimisations. It is all about smoothly integrating with public and private clouds while tailoring Kubernetes to…
While cash was always considered to be king, that is no longer the case with consumers across Africa moving to alternative payment methods for convenience and safety reasons. Tap to pay has emerged as one such option. It uses short-range wireless technology to make secure payments between a contactless chip card or device and a checkout terminal. Craig Leppan, Head of Business Development at Halo Dot, believes that the ubiquity of mobile phones in Africa will quickly see the concept of tap-on-phone dominating micro-transactions and replace the need for consumers to carry cash with them. “Tap payments have become increasingly…
With employees back at work following a well-earned break, businesses are looking at ways to increase the productivity of their teams to harness the growth opportunities in the market. Driving this is the need to use the latest technology given how digitally-driven the market has become. This is where Mac presents a compelling alternative to traditional computers at a competitive price. “Featuring the powerful new Apple M1 chip, Mac brings with it blazing-fast processing and incredible power efficiency to deliver breakthrough performance for the entire team. For instance, the MacBook Air is three and a half times faster than previous…
By Ralph Berndt, sales and marketing director of Syrex Even prior to the pandemic, organisations had begun putting in place elements to manage distributed employees whether that be through corporate remote desktop or virtual private networking (VPN) capabilities. However, this was not done at the scale and at a rate required to manage the disruption caused by COVID-19. Suddenly, companies had to deal with the influx of connectivity challenges that they needed to overcome for their employees to remain productive. Furthermore, support teams now had to manage providing access to critical systems, which were mainly hosted on-premises within the relative…
The ubiquity of mobile devices is aiding employees to transform businesses into more efficient, agile, and productive operations. Ian McAlister, General Manager at CRS Technologies, discusses how this has led to the rise of tech-powered human resource and payroll solutions to help with employee management. An example of this is web-based timekeeping for payroll operations. This requires less investment in the physical equipment used to manually process payroll. The use of time clocks allows for more productive employees, as well an increase in flexibility for doing other tasks involving payroll automation. Because it is on the web, time collecting can…
South African Internet of Things (IoT) specialists Trinity IoT has kicked the year off with a bang by announcing a R50 000 prize for the most innovative IoT project idea. This funding will give the winning proof of concept a much-needed boost to becoming fully realised. “IoT has become one of the most significant technology enablers in today’s connected world. By linking devices to data and enterprise systems, organisations can realise competitive advantage much sooner than before. This competition is designed to highlight the potential that exists for IoT in South Africa and one we are proud to be spearheading,” says…
South Africa is recognised for its incredible cultural diversity and exquisite natural heritage. Unique floral biomes, spectacular coastlines, breathtaking mountain ranges, and awe-inspiring desert regions give the country an unmitigated sense of uniqueness. This splendour is accessible via exceptional experiences that place luxury at their core. From diamonds and gold, sailing and safaris, to wine and fine art, South Africa offers up an incredible array of exceptional experiences simply waiting to be indulged in… By paying a visit to the world-famous V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, you can gain mesmerizing insights into the world’s most precious gems via The Shimansky…
Wild Coast Sun, Sun International’s only beachfront resort, has been a family holiday destination for over 40 years, with an abundance of activities to choose from. Situated near Port Edward on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal and just within the Eastern Cape border, the area is known for its breathtakingly beautiful and unspoilt beaches. The four-star resort is perfectly situated next to a petrified forest and offers guided tours to those wish to embrace the beauty of the coastline. When you think petrified forest, you may expect to see a forest in the traditional sense, but you would be wrong.…