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Dr Annemarie Lombard, Founder, Thought Leader, Workshop Facilitator, and Author at Sensory Intelligence Consulting Having goals at the start of a new year is important. Of course, setting them is easy. However, achieving and maintaining them always prove to be difficult. At Sensory Intelligence, people behaviour and effectiveness are the core focus of our work and have proven to be key to organisational success. I have compiled five tips for businesses to consider when it comes to enhancing the work environment. Value human capital: Recognising the importance of every individual in the company is crucial. Leaders should not only acknowledge…
Millions of people around the globe will have made New Year’s resolutions to improve themselves or their lives in various ways in 2024. Despite the initial enthusiasm, maintaining resolutions throughout the year can be challenging for many. While it may sound unusual, drinking tea could help those who struggle with keeping their resolutions to stay on course. Adele du Toit, spokesperson for the SA Rooibos Council (SARC) believes tea drinkers may be at a slight advantage when it comes to keeping New Year’s resolutions. She says many resolutions often revolve around health and fitness, financial goals, personal development, career aspirations…
The Challenge A leading South African international banking and wealth management group has approached Synthesis to assist them with the building of their next-gen payments platform and enable delivery of PayShap on it. Bank strategic intent is to modernize the legacy banking systems and to build a cloud based next generation payments platform which aims to unify payment processing into a single API driven platform which is highly customizable and provides a single interface into the payments’ backbone. This payments platform will initially serve as the foundation for PayShap and eventually will support all payment types. The Solution Synthesis assisted the bank in building one of the…
We asked AI what humans really want from life. It was frighteningly right. Here is what it said: As inhabitants of this intricate tapestry called life, humans are driven by a myriad of wants and desires that shape their experiences and aspirations. Unravelling the intricate layers of the human heart reveals a common thread—shared longings and aspirations that bind us together. Connection and Belonging: At the core of the human experience lies a profound desire for connection and belonging. Humans seek meaningful relationships, whether in the form of family, friendships, or romantic partnerships. The yearning to be understood, accepted, and…
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology in 2024, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLM) emerge as pivotal forces driving innovation. These technologies are not just revolutionizing existing domains but also pioneering new realms of possibilities. This article sheds light on the top tech trends of 2024, with a special emphasis on AI’s transformative role in news media, healthcare, and cybersecurity, featuring the pioneering efforts of companies like “NewsGPT.” AI and LLM: Spearheading Technological Evolution in 2024 AI and LLMs have transcended beyond being mere tools to becoming central pillars in a multitude of sectors. The advancements in these…
‘Good for the body. Very good for the soul’ The 11 national botanical gardens across South Africa are inviting people to come and experience the restorative, healing power of nature this summer. A series of special, summer-celebrating events are being delivered in each of the gardens, from Thohoyandou in the north across the country to Kirstenbosch in the south. This December the focus is on unwinding and enjoying the healing and stress-busting power of nature. “A morning, afternoon or even a whole day spent walking barefoot on the lawn and picnicking in the coolness of an indigenous tree canopy is…
South Africans are known for embodying the spirit of ubuntu by giving their time and money to those in need. In fact, one study showed that the average South African gives away 35% of their monthly income to family, community or charitable organisations. But, with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, finding affordable yet impactful ways to contribute has become increasingly important. That said, here are five accessible avenues for giving back this holiday season… Feed someone for a year for just R200 Every year, 10 million tonnes of food go to waste. At the same time, millions of vulnerable people go…
NewsGPT.ai is making AI history, again. Shortly after launching the first 24/7 AI generated news channel, the innovations team at NewsGPT.ai have unveiled an even more audacious offering: the world’s first “news forecast.” Not unlike weather forecasting, which debuted in 1961, NewsGPT.ai believes in the power of predictive-science. By combining deep learning with applied mathematics they are pioneering a radical attempt to deliver “tomorrow’s news today”. The maiden forecast, which airs on Friday December 8th, reports the results of the Sunday football games yet to be played. NewsGPT CEO, Alan Levy, emphasized “the results are less important than the methodology,…
By Marieta du Toit, Director, Sensory Coach, Workshop Facilitator at Sensory Intelligence Consulting It’s that magical time of year again. Christmas trees, larger than life, have sprung up in shopping malls. The familiar red Santa suits are out of storage, and the airwaves are filled with songs about Rudolph and his famous red nose. And let’s not forget the little ones, desperately trying to be on their best behaviour in hopes of a special delivery from Santa and his helpers on Christmas Eve. Can you believe it? In just a few days, it’ll be Christmas! We often see the holidays…
Obsidian Systems, a supplier of open software solutions, has today shared insights into the evolving landscape of open source technologies and their impact on the IT sector in South Africa and globally in 2024. Muggie van Staden, Managing Director of Obsidian, believes that there are several key trends and strategic initiatives that reflect this changing dynamic. According to van Staden, the philosophy of open source is undergoing a significant transformation. “What is open source today? This question has become more complex,” says van Staden. “The best development model for software has evolved, and the poster child, Linux, has seen market…