In this World Wide Wrap: UAE bank gets Alcatel-Lucent solution, public sector lagging behind, and work for wounded soldiers.
In this World Wide Wrap: SaaS revenues rise, US dept gets efficient, and 24/7 Real Media unveils new solution.
In this World Wide Wrap: HR transformation gains momentum, Vic police overhaul HR and payroll system, and Empower and Sage in business deal.
The Australian Department of Defence will deploy the company's e-mail classification solutions. [Local rep: 7 Days Technologies]
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
ICT entrepreneurs will receive training to ensure their businesses remain sustainable.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The city aims to improve service delivery with the creation of an outsourcing hub.
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
In this World Wide Wrap: Self-service makes sense, Austin considers new parking kiosks, and self-service healthcare emerges.
The solution, developed in SA by SuperVision Biometric Systems and Sybu Data, was implemented by Praxis.
The company has opened its office in Nelspruit, aiming to deliver a national ICT service in the country.
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
A new forum will soon be convened to draft a broadband strategy for the government. Its success will be measured by how short the draft is.
The operator is confident ICASA will endorse its community service telephone roll-out, despite a ruling which narrows its scope.
Broadband efforts will continue to fail without an effective national strategy, says the National Broadband Forum.
In this World Wide Wrap: Govt donates 1 000 laptops to Africa, Ericsson and Zain drive renewable energy, and Bill Gates sponsors $47m Africa fund.