The product converges compute and storage into a single system, eliminating the need for traditional storage arrays.
The SKA site in the Karoo will be visited by a UK delegation today.
New technologies and hype often take precedence over basic business improvement, says Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management.
SA's infrastructure and workforce place it in a good position as more global companies offshore their big data, says Greg Pothitos, GM for the HP Enterprise Group at Tarsus Technologies.
In addition to a stand presence, OpenText's Lenore Kerrigan will present on POPI preparedness.
The first step towards avoiding data fragmentation is a proactive approach to cloud platforms, says Elize Holl, MD of Mimecast.
Companies must ensure what they see aligns with what they want to see in order to make the correct decisions.
The company has carried out database server consolidation projects at ADvTECH Group, RTT Group and Consolidated Power Projects.
Local companies are not utilising big data analytics due to a lack of understanding of the competitive advantage it brings, says HDS.
The Bill will be translated into Afrikaans before being sent to president Jacob Zuma for sign-off.
Data volumes will continue to grow, and companies that can't handle it should look outside their own walls for help, says Johann Evans, CTO at Cherry Olive.
Eighty-three percent of South African businesses say big data will lead to better decision-making.