Article provided by Fio Group At Fio Group, we believe that entrepreneurship is the backbone of any economy—especially here in Africa, where innovative minds and resilient spirits are shaping the future. Of the estimated 2.6 million micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa, about 37% are considered formal. Of the total, 54% are micro-enterprises and 15% are located in rural areas. 32% provide between one and ten jobs
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Article written Lindsey Schutters (Cisco) Cisco, fabled leader in networking hardware, is rapidly evolving to meet the demands of a cyber environment increasingly driven by cloud-first strategies. Abhishek Kumar, CISO Advisory for Cisco EMEA, shared insights with Bizcommunity into how the company is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and expanding its capabilities through strategic acquisitions to stay ahead in the cybersecurity space.
Article provided by Sage In this article we provide solutions for errors or issues that you get when trying to email documents and reports from Sage 50cloud Pastel Accounting.
When a hospital has interrupted water supplies, the consequences are dire. Water that is essential not only for handwashing, hygiene and drinking but for cleaning and sterilising instruments, laundry, cooling medical gas and suction compressors for patients on ventilators. The list is endless. It is clear that both the patients’ health and the medical staff’s ability to provide quality healthcare will be severely compromised. This is what happened at Kalafong Hospital – an 1 118-bed teaching hospital in Atteridgeville, Pretoria. The hospital was built in the 1973 and services a large population of residents in Pretoria and beyond.
Article written by Carrie Daly and Simone le Roux (Peach Payments) As online criminals and fraudsters get better and better at what they do, it’s vital that our security can keep up. This is why the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Security Standards Council introduced PCI DSS v4.0, which enforces stricter security measures for the entire website. The deadline for full compliance with PCI DSS v4.0 is March 2025, when the future-dated requirements become mandatory. This can seem overwhelming but don’t worry: Here’s what that means and how to implement it.
Article provided by Securicom IT Solutions Securicom honoured as pioneer Fortinet EPSP partner Securicom has been honoured as a pioneer EPSP partner at the first annual EPSP summit in Nice. Securicom is proud to be a pioneer in the Fortinet Partner Program. “Now in our 3rd year as a EPSP Partner and having been the first in the EMEA region to achieve Fortinet EPSP status and among the first to attain ETSP accreditation. Our enrolment in the Fortinet Expert Technical Support Partner (ETSP) program demonstrates our unwavering commitment to continually upskilling our team, refining our technical expertise, and enhancing our service offerings.…
Article written by Oliver Timmis (Country Manager – Xero South Africa) Wellbeing is a key factor in business growth and success, especially for entrepreneurs navigating the often-lonely path of self-employment. While being your own boss comes with numerous advantages, it also brings unique challenges—late nights filled with paperwork, managing cash flow, overseeing staff, and constantly problem-solving to sustain the growth of a small business.
Article provided by Harvey World Travel Travelling solo as a woman can be an empowering experience. Regardless of whether you are travelling for business or pleasure, it provides an opportunity to experience new and interesting people and places in your own unique way. On the downside, the reality is unfortunately that solo women travellers face greater risks than their male counterparts. In fact, according to a survey conducted by Opinium, 71% of female travellers say travelling as a woman is less safe than travelling as a man. So, let’s focus on what you CAN control:
Article provided by Rekisa In the dynamic world of business, adopting strategies that not only enhance sales but also ensure customer satisfaction is crucial. Cross-selling, up-selling, and down-selling are pivotal techniques that, when utilized effectively, can significantly boost your organization’s growth and revenue. These strategies are versatile and can be applied across various industries, making them essential tools for businesses looking to expand their reach and improve their bottom line. This article will delve deep into each strategy, offering practical examples and insights that businesses can adapt to various models to foster growth and customer loyalty.
Article written by Jay Fuchs (Managing Editor of the HubSpot Sales Blog) Some things flat-out haven‘t aged well — like the first food pyramid, those ad campaigns from the ’50s where doctors endorsed cigarette brands, and roughly 90% of comedies from the ’80s (to name a few). It’s a trend that has a place in virtually every facet of life, and sales is no exception — a lot of once-popular sales tactics have aged more like milk than wine, and it serves you to know which of those techniques are worth kicking to the curb. To help you get there,…