Tag: collaboration

South Africa’s manufacturing sector is moving quickly to adopt AI-powered digital automation tools. These tools enhance efficiency, product precision and workforce optimisation. I explore the economy’s journey to automated factories as we host our first annual ‘Technology in Manufacturing Conference’ in Cape Town, in partnership with Zebra Technologies.

Duplex coating, which combines hot dip galvanising with painting, is an extremely effective method of corrosion control. Paint on hot dip galvanising is an excellent system. However, it does require that everyone in the value chain understands the requirements for best practice.

Young people, those under 30, constitute more than 50% of today’s global population. Projections show that this figure will rise to 75% by 2030. Generation Z (Gen Z) already makes up 27% of the workforce. They bring a unique set of talents and insights that are reshaping the world of work.

In an era of unprecedented environmental and operational challenges, South Africa's office parks stand at a critical juncture. Energy insecurity, water scarcity and ageing municipal infrastructure are no longer distant concerns but immediate challenges that demand innovative solutions.

The network effect of building your own professional network early in life offers huge advantages. However, most graduates are unaware of the benefits of building connections with a large number of people working in their industry. Graduates are also unsure of how to create a significant professional network.

The agricultural sector now enjoys universal recognition. Its status as a growth propeller is embraced in ways that transcend sectoral interests. Specifically, the country’s political leadership deeply appreciates agriculture’s importance in driving the rural economy. They also recognise its role in addressing poverty and creating job opportunities.

The business-critical challenge of 75% of executives contemplating resignation highlights a harsh reality - mental health struggles are a significant concern for business founders, entrepreneurs and executives alike. So, what needs to change? The answer lies in mindfulness in the workplace - a proactive approach to nurturing resilience, focus and well-being in high-pressure environments.

In today's world, electronic devices are essential. They improve our lives and connect us like never before. While this digital evolution has brought incredible advancements and conveniences, it also presents the important challenge of managing and rethinking e-waste.

The Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra are defined by "agents" on the phones rather than hardware features. These flagship smartphones, launched by Samsung Electronics on Wednesday, mark a milestone in smartphone evolution. They set the stage for a year where software capabilities dominate over hardware advancements in device launches.

For more than half of all South Africans, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the reason they are currently employed. This vast network of entrepreneurs, representing 98.5% of South Africa’s commercial enterprises, contribute 40% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).