Geofencing: a key tool in "zero-harm" objectives

Mining is still one of the most dangerous occupations globally, but the industry is working hard to make it safer. Increasingly, geofencing is…

Why the future of digital technology needs the support of more women

"Gender diversity is not just good for women. It's good for anyone who wants results," said Melinda Gates. Many researchers believe that gender…

Earth observation data provides unique insight to help us better understand our planet

We live on a planet with finite resources and a fragile ecosystem that needs to be carefully managed to protect it for future generations. Earth…

Time is money: why banking must change, fast

Digital disruptions such as open banking, robo-advisors, mobile payments and aggressive cybercriminals are forcing traditional banks to embrace rapid…

what does the future hold for the corporate office?

According to Forrester Research, some employees never see the inside of their office anymore. Its 2012 Workforce Employee Survey found that in 2010…

Meeting consumer needs with the fourth industrial revolution.

Industry 4.0 is far more than just another IT sector buzzword. The Internet of Things (IoT) and other digital technologies could totally reshape the…

Internet of Things promises to transform supply chain

The Internet of Things (IoT) heralds a new era for business in which we are able to measure, analyze and learn in much more granular detail than we…

Next generation mobile: what can 5G do for the enterprise?

It is almost two years since Samsung in South Korea tested its 5G mobile network and in February 5G trials in the US achieved speeds of 10Gbps. What…

Fast fashion: how SD-WAN helps retailers react quickly

The retail sector is embracing digitization to fend off competition from online e-tailers. But the trend towards integrating online and offline…

Security, AI, IoT, digital transformation to dominate 2016

We take a look at technology analyst predictions for 2016. Hot topics include security of the Internet of Things, the automation of work and…