The CBOE Volatility Index, otherwise known as the Wall Street’s fear gauge, is coming off its most volatile week since April. For investors hesitant to ride out the recent wild swings, Invesco senior portfolio manager John Burrello sees income funds that employ options-based strategies as a sound game plan. His reasoning: They have more structural…
Qlik, a global leader in data integration, quality, analytics and artificial intelligence, continued its global Qlik AI Reality Tour recently in Johannesburg, representing the Africa leg of this acclaimed annual series of business presentations to an audience of C-Suite executives and AI decision makers. “Last year’s discussion addressed AI hype; this year it’s about real-world…
There’s more to business innovation than breakthrough apps, technology or pivots that disrupt industries. For SMEs, innovation can be found in smaller, practical improvements that bring real value to both customers and the business itself. At its core, innovation asks business owners to think differently and look beyond the obvious to find creative ways to…
Dion Millson, Head of AI Strategy at Connect. As operators embrace digital channels to enhance customer experience (CX) and meet evolving consumer engagement preferences and trends, the omnichannel contact centre has become the established benchmark for service delivery. By Dion Millson, Head of AI Strategy at Connect. Unlocking omnichannel capabilities allows contact centres to meet…
Johannesburg — The 12th South African AIDS Conference opened this week at Emperor’s Palace in Gauteng, South Africa, as pressure mounted on health systems in the host country and the region. The conference, which runs from September 8-11, drew about 1,400 delegates under the theme Unite for Change, Empower Communities and Redefine Priorities for HIV/AIDS….
South African companies have taken widely divergent approaches to their work-from-home polices as the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns recede into memory. While some have embraced the remote work culture, others have adopted a hybrid approach in an effort to strike a balance between the social benefits of in-person interactions and the freedom of remote contribution….
For many women entrepreneurs, stepping away from the business they’ve built is not just a professional decision, it’s a deeply personal one. Years, sometimes decades, of sacrifice, vision and resilience are tied to the company’s name, culture, and success. So, when it’s time to talk succession or exit strategies, the conversation isn’t just about financials…
As the retail calendar barrels toward Black Friday and the festive season, brands are bracing for what could be a very unpredictable peak period. The economic landscape is volatile, consumer behaviour is shifting, and external pressures, from tariffs to supply chain disruptions, are mounting. Why This Year’s Peak Will Be Different “This year’s retail holidays…
Trade Link CEO Ahmed Laher A lot goes on behind the scenes when major South African retailers modernise or migrate their IT systems. For key implementation partners like Trade Link, planning and preparation can start years before the project begins. Trade Link, a specialist in retail IT systems, supports over 50% of leading FMCG retailers…
SEO in the age of AI is no longer optional – it’s essential. As search engines evolve with tools like Google’s AI Overviews, content creators and digital marketers must adapt. Here’s how to stay visible, relevant, and competitive in this rapidly shifting landscape. Getting Google’s “AI Overviews” to highlight your site comes down to: The…
