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The Potential Of Disruptive Technology For Startups

As a dynamic phenomenon, technology is crucial in opening new opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs in Africa by creating new markets and business models.  A very practical aspect of technology that continues to impact the business world is a disruptive technology.  What Is Disruptive Technology Exactly? Disruptive technology is an innovation that causes major changes… Read more »

Smart Logistics: Tech in the Logistics Sector, Part 1

As internet perforation continues to increase in Africa, more opportunities arise to incorporate technology in all sectors of society. According to the World Bank’s International Telecommunication Union ( ITU ) World Telecommunication/ICT Indicators Database, internet penetration rates in Africa are increasing by 10% each year, thus making Africa an ideal location for technological growth.  In… Read more »

Internet Of Things- Future Business Landscape

In our last article on the Internet of Things (IoT), we defined, discussed and highlighted ways in which we can expect our day to day life to change owing to the merging of various technologies through IoT. We can agree that IoT presents exciting opportunities for the future in various sectors which includes the business… Read more »

Internet of Things (IOT): What the Future Holds

The rapid evolution of information technology has transformed our society in almost each and every way. From the way we communicate, move, conduct business to our health care options- technology is everywhere. The advancement of technology has opened doors to more possibilities and opportunities that would not have been a reality some years back. One… Read more »

5 Ways To Use Technology Productively.

It is undoubtedly true that technology has made life easier and faster. Modern technologies have paved ways for organisations to increase productivity and ultimately achieve their business goals. Technologies like cloud computing, business communication tools,  project management software and many others, have created opportunities for organisations to streamline their workflow and drastically improve operations. However,… Read more »

How Technology is Advancing Smart Logistics

The advancement in technology creates new opportunities in the logistics sector, transforming the movement of goods within a supply chain. Smart logistics are not only enabling logistics companies to work better, but they are also enhancing customer satisfaction.  From transportation, delivery, fleet management, inventory management and more, smart logistics are making work smarter.  Challenges in… Read more »

What Do Customers Want From Their Bank?

In recent years, Fintechs have emerged as major players in the financial industry, presenting a credible threat to traditional banks. But how can banks quickly get to speed and stay competitive in the market? To respond to the challenge, banks should offer flexible business practices, cultivate a customer-centric service and leverage a combination of technology…. Read more »

Preparing for Business in 2021

At this point, we have established that the new normal requires businesses to be adaptive, innovative and technologically conscious if they are to cope with the unexpected changes that COVID-19 has brought. As we continue to navigate the new normal, innovation and new technologies will continue to shape the business landscape in 2021 and beyond…. Read more »