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4IR To Take Centre Stage in South Africa’s Market
Business

4IR To Take Centre Stage in South Africa’s Market

SummaryTech Industry is ExpandingWhat makes the 4IR stand outTraining the next generation to understand the consequences and benefitsThe country’s Tech industry is experiencing significant market growth.1 It is being argued that the continent is in the midst of a tech revolution, with certain nations displaying unparalleled growth.2 In particular, South Africa has proven itself as a particular reliable generator of revenue and innovator of technology, leading the way in the disruptive delivery of services such as mobile software, electronic banking and security software.3 South Africa has started to receive more interest from offshore investors, with big- name brands currently operating in the country, including IBM, Intel and Microsoft.4 But what are the reasons given for...
South Africa is to follow 4IR Path Being Charted or Fall behind
Business, Technology

South Africa is to follow 4IR Path Being Charted or Fall behind

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) represents a path to normalizing a relationship between humans, robots and Super Computers. It determines the acceptance between humanity, artificial intelligence, machine learning and the Internet of things.1 According to experts at the Professional Services and auditing firm PwC says that the country’s competitors are all adopting 4IR technologies and developing their workforce and, if South Africa fails to follow suit, the nation’s industrial manufacturing sector will continue to fall behind and de-industrialize.2 The firm recommends that industry leaders invest in strategies which are more technology and sustainability focused to create a culture that will help them stay relevant, attract and retain employees, improve productivity and make an impa...