Digital business will move in seconds
The hallmark of a digital business will be the ability to spot opportunities that might span a matter of seconds, according to Gartner. Gartner introduced the concept of a “business moment” – a transient opportunity that is exploited dynamically...AIF names innovation competition finalists
The African Innovation Foundation (AIF) has announced the finalists of the Innovation Prize for Africa (IPA) 2014. Ten African innovators have created practical solutions to some of the continent’s most intractable problems, from a domestic waste biogas system to a...IT spending set for recovery
With the global economy showing signs of a gradual recovery, worldwide IT spending is on track to total $3,8-trillion in 2014, a 3,2% increase from 2013 spending, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Globally, businesses are shaking off their malaise...Tips on avoiding Heartbleed trouble
As news about the Heartbleed vulnerability becomes available, users are advised that they may wish to change sensitive passwords to be safe. In a blog post, Trend Micro’s global threat communications manager Christopher Budd offers some facts regarding the problems...Device sales set to reach 2,5bn in 2014
Worldwide combined shipments of devices (PCs, tablets, ultramobiles and mobile phones) are projected to reach 2,5-billion units in 2014, a 6,9% increase from 2013, according to Gartner. Device shipments grew 4,8% in 2013. Sales of traditional PCs will continue to...