Tag: reputation

Some Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) may believe that environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations do not apply in their businesses, particularly when compared to large and listed corporates. But this isn’t the case as implementing ESG, realistically, into an SME business comes with many benefits, including attracting funding opportunities.

Standardisation expert provides insight that could go a long way in driving efficacy as cybercriminals target South African organisations. South Africa has become a fertile hunting ground for international cybercriminals.

With Black Friday around the corner, South African retailers are gearing up for one of the busiest shopping days of the year. Unfortunately, most are ignoring a vital element in ensuring they are ready for the influx of shoppers. Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become staples of the South African calendar, with shoppers spending billions of Rands on deals.

From the internationally best-selling author comes a twisted, multi-layered spin on the classic horror novel for fans of Stranger Things and IT. A twisted spin on the classic coming-of-age horror story from the Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author.

A good investment decision is underpinned by a tried-and-tested investment philosophy, a rigorous investment process and people who can implement and execute on these.

The South African Rand has endured considerable volatility recently, attributed to a myriad of global factors including commodity price fluctuations, financial market risk perceptions, and local political uncertainty. Amid this turbulence, South African individuals and businesses engaged in trade and investment have encountered both challenges and opportunities.

We recently marked the 10-year milestone of Instagram, a platform that has profoundly shaped and, some might argue, even birthed the concept of influencer marketing that at its core is about fostering authentic relationships and real connections with brands.

Crises can be unpredictable, impacting businesses of all sizes and industries. However, the approach to crisis management today has undergone a significant transformation compared to two decades ago. While the response principles remain the same, the time in which to respond, and the tools available have drastically changed.

South Africa has been enlisted on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) dreaded “Grey List” for over four months – fortunately, though, the country has not been standing still. Significant new provisions are shaking up the corporate landscape and by comprehensively implementing stricter controls, the country can transition more quickly from the Grey List to the coveted “Whitelist.”

We are calling upon CISOs and boards of directors to recognise and take immediate action against the security risks associated with IT asset disposition (ITAD). As a crucial aspect of data governance, the responsible management of IT assets at the end of their lifecycle is essential to ensure compliance and safeguard sensitive information.