SA’s business optimism on the rise

What could professional accountants expect from their corporate clients and employers over the next 12 months or so? According to a recent report from top accounting firm, PwC, the outlook for economic growth among surveyed CEOs has greatly improved since last year....
The case for healthcare digitalisation

The case for healthcare digitalisation

Automation, robotics and self-diagnosis will soon play a vital role in caring for ageing populations and creating better experiences for both patients and health workers, but security risks could rise, according to a Aruba report. Within 10 years your medical check-up...
GDPR is coming: comply or die …

GDPR is coming: comply or die …

On 25 May this year, a new piece of legislation comes into effect in Europe that could have severe consequences for non-compliant South African businesses. by Tracy Bolton, director: general business at SAP Africa The General Data Protection Regulation – or GDPR for...

Consumers undergo a mobile mind-shift

Mobile is an integral part of our world. Today’s consumers rely on their mobile devices not just for communication but to perform a growing range of functions online; they are also demanding a seamless, end-to-end experience. By Sherry Zameer, senior vice-president:...

Fintech, agribusiness top investors’ choices

African private equity and venture capital deal-making in April were dominated by investments in technology companies, particularly fintech and business-to-business platforms, together with encouraging activity in the agribusiness and food sector. This according to...