In this World Wide Wrap: Service Birmingham wins |--gbp--|110m deal, Oz contact centres boom, and Prudential adds software.
The Department of Science and Technology implements a high-speed communications network for local research.
Insite 2008 visitors will be able to compare regional and international science and technology expertise.
In this World Wide Wrap: Google unveils Chrome, Fonality grows open source, and open source laboratory announced.
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: BT extends Steria contract, Emptoris implements HMRC solution, and Premier looks to I-many.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: MySpace issues hurricane alerts, Ustream, Google News team up, and MS buys into Japanese broadcaster.
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 IT Presidential International Advisory Council touts "concrete targets" and calls the Altech court ruling a "godsend", while the industry continues to fight for each liberalisation victory.
An online survey aims to establish the level of software R&D in SA.
The process had been interrupted by the Altech court case.
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
An agreement signed at PIAC aims to dispel rumours of disharmony between government departments, says Infraco.
In today's technology roundup: Botnet criminals team up, IT directors face new priorities, chaos at gaming giveaway, and GeoEye imaging satellite launched.
The Johannesburg Development Agency contracted Datacentrix to upgrade its Microsoft Dynamics software.
In some government departments, ICT has proved that it can help enable delivery. Others should learn from them.
