The drop in termination rates presents exciting opportunities.
In today's technology roundup: Kindle for BlackBerry coming, Iraq insurgents hack US drones, AT&T asks for net neutrality, Shuttleworth steps down as CEO, 3D Blu-Ray specs finalised.
In its first ever report on the SA IT market, Gartner predicts that end-user spending will pick up with government leading the way and telecoms creating the opportunity.
Public statements that labour broking will be banned are premature and misleading, says one union.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
In this week's tech news roundup, Microsoft, this week hosted its AI, A New Era event in Johannesburg. At the event, Microsoft South Africa and Youth Employment Service signed a new partnership agreement that seeks to provide artificial intelligence skills to 300 000 South African youth. Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #microsoft #evehicle https://www.itweb.co.za/content/o1Jr5MxPQgyMKdWL https://www.itweb.co.za/content/raYAyMorZx37J38N https://www.itweb.co.za/content/Olx4zMkaQEBv56km https://www.itweb.co.za/content/kLgB17ezgXXM59N4 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/mQwkoM6YENn73r9A
In this World Wide Wrap: Oz police IT projects “disastrous”, UK firms praise ITO performance, and outsourcing brings legal risks.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: Africa takes action against climate change, Nokia taps into Africa's unbanked and Uganda looks to low income market.
PPPs to fast-track digital transformation
Hosted in partnership with ITWeb Brainstorm and BCX, a Public Sector in ICT Forum event took place at Protea Fire & Ice in Menlyn on 17 August. Attendees could benchmark with industry leaders who have entered successful PPPs and engage in meaningful conversation to foster change in the digital journey of both the public and private sector. #ppp #digitaltransformation #bcx
The Western Cape provincial government is to beef up its IT spending, with R150 million added to its annual R236 million IT budget.
Manufacturers are concerned that there may not be enough time to meet the number of set-top boxes required for the DTT deadline.
Legislation that has been outstanding for years would be introduced in April 2010, says government.
Mapping the digital transformation journey
MTN and Microsoft partnered with Brainstorm magazine in hosting three executive roundtables at The Saxon on 21 June. The conversations that took place focused on the digital transformation journey for the public sector, enterprise and SME markets. #mtn #microsoft #digitaltransformation
In this World Wide Wrap: Greater transparency for federal projects, CAT glitch due to failed PM, and PM training for economic climate.
A new local Web site lets users participate in mass action at the Copenhagen Summit.
The Gauteng Health Department has been instructed to pay over R40 million to 3P Consulting for breach of contract, delaying the tender.
Vendors have been approved and teachers are able to purchase laptops from selected suppliers.