by Allan Davison | Jan 27, 2016 | Features, Uncategorized
The retail model of the future will be a radically different experience from today, largely driven by the changing shopping demands of the younger hyper-connected consumer, according to Pieter Engelbrecht, regional manager for sub-Saharan Africa at Aruba Networks....
by Allan Davison | Jan 27, 2016 | Security and Legal, Uncategorized
As the world has evolved to become increasingly digital and globally connected, ICT security has become correspondingly more complex, according to Rory Young, portfolio manager: support and enabling services at T-Systems South Africa. With digital pathways into and...
by admin | Jan 26, 2016 | Features, Uncategorized
South Africa will narrowly escape a technical recession with economic growth of 1.5% expected for the year 2015. With a marginal rise in GDP growth predicted for 2016 (to 1.7%2), business leaders share their concerns over continued regressive growth in the economy –...
by Allan Davison | Jan 26, 2016 | Features, Uncategorized
With music’s focus over the past decade having been on digital usability and convenience, new research from global intelligence firm Strategy Analytics reveals how sound quality has largely been forgotten as relatively low quality built-in speakers now dominate how...
by admin | Jan 26, 2016 | Features, Uncategorized
While Gartner in its ‘Top Ten Strategic Technology Trends for 2016’ says the year will be all about the Internet of Things and smart devices talking to each other, Prof Barry Dwolatzky, director of the Joburg Centre for Software Engineering (JCSE) says that he...
by Allan Davison | Jan 26, 2016 | Innovation, Uncategorized
A recent survey from the In-Vehicle UX (IVX) group at Strategy Analytics has assessed consumer interest in and willingness to pay for rear-seat entertainment systems. Interest in such systems is robust among younger and middle age groups, but lower across all other...
by Allan Davison | Jan 26, 2016 | Innovation, Uncategorized
South Africa faces some unique challenges when it comes to public transport. The reality is that public transport – in general – hasn’t yet capitalised on the opportunities presented by new technology advancements, according to Gavin Holme, country manager, Africa at...
by admin | Jan 26, 2016 | Sustainability, Uncategorized
Africa is moving toward smart city technology in order to enhance the performance and quality of urban services. This transformation aims to achieve tangible benefits at municipal, provincial and national levels. The demand of the inner-city population is influencing...
by Allan Davison | Jan 14, 2016 | Infographics, Uncategorized
Brian Solis — digital analyst, anthropologist, futurist at Altimeter Group — discusses his “26 Disruptive Technology Trends for 2016 – 2018.” 26 Disruptive & Technology Trends 2016 – 2018 from Brian Solis
by Allan Davison | Jan 14, 2016 | Innovation, Uncategorized
With demand for notebook PCs stagnating due to the economic downturn and the rise of tablet PCs, notebook brands and panel makers are increasingly turning to higher display resolutions to increase consumer enthusiasm. Worldwide notebook panel demand fell 12% year over...
