Women’s Equality Day: paving the way for a fairer workforce
As we observe Women’s Equality Day, it’s important to consider how we embody such values throughout the year – and how we promote fairness and equal opportunities in the workplace. It is a call to action for the job market to recognise individuals for their skills and accomplishments, while ensuring that opportunities are free from […]
AI in business: Elevating CX and energising employees
It may still feel like science fiction, but AI is here, and it’ll change work and life as we know it. Those sceptical about the role of AI in business would do well to heed experts’ calls to action. Earlier this year, the UK’s outgoing chief scientist urged officials to consider AI “as transformative as […]
The safety imperative – the role of businesses in injury prevention
There are countless common injuries that take place in the workplace every day. Between electric shocks, burns and trip hazards, the stakes are undeniably high. In fact, electricity causes around 4,000 workplace injuries every year– an average of 11 injuries per day. These safety incidents can devastate individuals and compromise the entire organisation. They are stark reminders […]
Tackling the financial services talent shortage will be key to driving digital transformation forward
Finding and retaining top talent has become a major challenge for businesses across all industries. However, this issue is particularly prevalent within the financial services sector. As technology continues to revolutionise the industry and consumer demands evolve, financial companies are facing a severe shortage of skilled workers who possess digital skills. According to The Financial Services […]
Why the 2024 Olympics models the future AI ecosystem
2024 will be the year of AI ‘app-makers’, according to S&P Global. Foundation models like large language models (LLMs) have dominated recent discussions. But now investors are increasingly focused on companies developing AI applications that deliver tangible benefits for specific use cases. In fact, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence and 451 Research, […]
Desirable Data: How to Fall Back in Love With Data Quality
Data is often difficult to get and even harder to maintain. The sad truth is that the majority of organisations don’t have accurate product, pricing, or client information in their systems. And even when the information is accurate, it is often not consistent or easily accessible. Without quality data, you will suffer from inconsistent predictive […]
How Post-Quantum Cryptography Can Ensure Resilience
For several years, quantum computing has been a question of when, not if – but it’s accelerating fast, and organizations must start preparing now for its impact. Quantum computing brings new security implications: because its compute power is significantly higher than that of conventional computers, it could decrypt the encryption that lies at the heart […]
How to maximise the data opportunity in 2024 and beyond
In the world of technology, generative AI will dominate 2023’s entry in the history books. McKinsey estimates that generative AI may add up to $4.4 trillion annually to the global economy over the next decade – and it won’t be the only technological innovation to watch out for. With even more developments on the horizon, […]
Does Africa need a climate-centric financial architecture?
Does Africa need a climate-centric financial architecture? At the recently concluded COP28 climate summit in Dubai, African financial and political leaders spoke extensively about the role of finance in shaping Africa’s future, particularly regarding climate and the environment. Of particular note was the call by Wale Shonibare, Director for Energy, Financial Solutions, Policy and Regulation […]
How Could Internet Protocol (IP) Video Play a Critical Role in Overcoming Challenges Within the Broadcasting Industry?
As video content capture and delivery continues to evolve, broadcasters are revisiting legacy workflows and business models in order to streamline processes and improve their competitive position in an increasingly complex market. Internet protocol (IP) video could play a critical role in not only optimizing workflows and keeping down OPEX, but also creating new offerings […]