Telecom Essentials: Start-ups, You Need To Read This!
In the beginning, there was just you. Or maybe even you and a business partner. You had a couple of smartphones [...]
Connectivity
The Biotech Breakout: How South Africa’s Hottest Startups are Building on a Connected Foundation
A New Era for South African Biotech South Africa is no longer just a player in mining and agriculture. It is [...]
The Biotech Breakout: How South Africa’s Hottest Startups are Building on a Connected Foundation
A New Era for South African Biotech South Africa is no longer just a player in mining and agriculture. It is becoming a contender in global biotech. From precision fermentation to plant-based protein manufacturing and AI-powered genomic research, South African startups are making headlines and attracting global capital. Five private companies in particular BioCertica, Biovac, BixBio, Cape Bio Pharms, and [...]
Payment Systems
Connecting the Dots in a Transaction: Payments Need More Than Just Signal
A Tap Is Never Just a Tap In today’s fast-moving world, a tap of a card or scan of a QR code might seem simple instant, seamless, and automatic. But behind that split-second transaction lies a chain of technologies that must work together perfectly. And in South Africa, where power cuts, infrastructure gaps, and network instability are everyday realities, keeping [...]
Payment Trends We Think Will Be The Most Influential In 2023
10 years ago, the landscape of the payment industry was abuzz with new capabilities, new competitors, new rules, and new customer expectations. Primarily, at the [...]
What Should Your Next Payment Solution Be for 2022?
South African SMEs play a significant role in our country’s economy, representing 98% of businesses and employing 50-60% of the country’s workforce in both the [...]
Digital Transformation in the Retail Sector: South Africa’s 2024 Outlook
As South Africa steps into 2024, the retail sector is undergoing a significant digital transformation. This article explores the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the [...]
Energising Connectivity: How Solar Power is Revolutionising the Payments Industry
In an era where digital transactions are the backbone of business, consistent connectivity is not just an option; it's a necessity. However, with the rising [...]
Security
VoIP and Cybersecurity: Keeping Your SME Communications Safe in 2025
Cybersecurity in a Digital-First World As businesses increasingly rely on digital tools like VoIP for communication, the risks of cyber threats grow. For South African SMEs, where resources are often stretched, cyberattacks can be devastating. Credential theft, phishing scams, and ransomware attacks are now among the most significant threats to small businesses, requiring proactive strategies to safeguard operations. VoIP, with [...]
Your Business’ Cybersecurity Starts with Secure Connectivity
Nothing drives a point home better than a well-researched statistic. Here’s a cybersecurity stat for you to mull over: Back in 2009 it was estimated [...]
The Danger Within – Connectivity Security Practices That Hurt Companies From Within
With so many businesses turning to online technology to function optimally in today’s world, connectivity security is essential. Every company that takes their business seriously [...]
How Do You Secure Your POS and Why You Should
Over the years, as technology as evolved, so too have point of sale (PoS) solutions. Gone are the days of the bog standard cash register, [...]
Security In Your Fixed LTE Connection
The advancements made in the technology that drives Fixed LTE (Long-Term Evolution) make this connectivity solution ideal for those who either don’t want to or [...]
Small Businesses
Staying Online When Everything’s Offline: A Failover and Backup Connectivity Guide for SMEs in a Struggling Economy
South African SMEs are currently navigating one of the most uncertain economic periods in recent history. The forecasts are sobering: major banks have downgraded growth expectations, consumer demand remains weak, interest rates are unpredictable, and global trade disruptions continue to ripple through our economy. Even though load shedding has been suspended for some time, the reality is that our infrastructure [...]
Data Connectivity: What is Right for my Small Business?
“Every man for himself.” While this may not be the most popular call when things go south, in many cases it is the grim reality [...]
Who Needs What? Unpacking Connectivity Speeds.
Bits or Bytes – do you know the difference? Granted, it’s probably not your job to unpack the inner workings of your internet connection or [...]
Future-Proofing SMEs: Navigating the 2G/3G Shutdown with Advanced Connectivity Solutions
As South Africa strides towards a digitally inclusive future, the impending shutdown of 2G and 3G networks marks a pivotal juncture for Small and Medium [...]
Don’t Forget Your Tech on Black Friday 2018
“If your site makes $100K per day, a one-second improvement generates an additional $7K daily. A one second delay in load time normally equals an [...]
