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Moneyweb CryptoWe shouldn’t fear AI, we should rise with itFormer Microsoft executive Kerushan Govender – author of Age Of Agency: Rise With AI – says fears over the impact of artificial intelligence are overblown, that ‘human agency’ trumps machines, and looks at crypto's place in the quest for greater human sovereignty. Moneyweb Crypto news articles
2024-02-1425 min
Table Manners for RobotsThe Future of Web 3.0From aspiring radio show rapper to computer software tester, Cory Warfield of Agora World proves that you can do anything and be anyone you want. In this interview, Cory reminisces on his rough past and shares his diverse work experience and life-learnings. He also reflects on how the hospitality industry shaped his confidence, as well as his views on service. Cory discusses the evolution of the internet, from the dot-com era to the expanding collaborative nature of blockchain and the metaverse through the lens of Web 3.0. Furthermore...
2022-10-3143 minTable Manners for RobotsWhat does it take to become an SAP partner?SAP Africa COO, Tracy Bolton and LexisNexis CEO and Chairperson of the Board, Videsha Proothveerajh sit down with Chief Market Technologist, Kerushan Govender to discuss the future of South African businesses and partnerships. World-class experience | Cutting-edge technology and the application thereof | Proven expertise | Collaboration | A shared vision | The willingness to learn and adapt | Seamless solutions | The facilitation of complex processes | Maximum mutual profitability. These are just a few of the ingredients global ERP market leader, SAP, brings to the melting pot. 80% of the world’s companies can attest to this. Per Tracy, their vision is “to make t...
2022-09-1345 minTable Manners for RobotsMedia personality Devi Sankaree Govender shares her personal story of triumph against all oddsDevi Sankaree Govender is no stranger to South African audiences. A power investigative journalist, she has spent 28 years of her life seeking out corruption, often putting her life in danger but always holding government, companies and individuals to account. After spending 18 years on Carte Blanche, Devi made the bold move to eTV and 18 months ago launched The Devi Show which broadcasts to millions across the country. Find out about the woman behind the Devi show. What makes her cry? What is she like as a parent? What does she do when she isn't "catching crooks in carparks?" H...
2022-01-1349 minTable Manners for RobotsIs your POPIA compliance superficial?Yes, we agree. We are getting inundated by POPIA messages all over the place. And as we much as don’t like adding to the fuss, we feel this particular aspect of POPIA isn’t sufficiently addressed. A lot of companies are missing some crucial actions to complete their immediate POPIA compliance. It is one thing to put policies in place regarding how you process data, but what about those you trust to process your data on your behalf? It is quite scary the degree to which our data travels into the hands of others by virtue of the soft...
2021-07-2258 minTable Manners for RobotsTop 8 things HR employees should be aware of right nowYesterday we tried something new. We created a compilation episode using some of our most exciting titbits from prior shows. We kept it within the HR arena and made it all about the "Top 8 things HR employees should be aware of right now." It is amazing just how many golden nuggets we’ve had lying around in our treasure chest. And we hope we’ve made it easier for you to enjoy them now. Do you like this idea? Give us your feedback after watching the show.We would love to hear your feedback on our last onli...
2021-07-0758 minTable Manners for RobotsHow vulnerable are we?We had a great show yesterday. The feedback was even better than we expected. Our guest speakers from McAfee did a great job of explaining things clearly. It was easy to understand and answered a lot of the questions we have about the security of our information. I now understand why we still need to take action even if we have purchased cloud services from reputable providers. If you have any questions about your evolving your IT security in the new world of work, check out the recording.We would love to hear your feedback on our...
2021-06-2456 minTable Manners for RobotsAll things CryptoIn the spirit of keeping you abreast of all things tech, we could not go another week without addressing the topic of crypto. In this episode, I interview Giannis Andreou from Athens, Greece. He is a self-taught expert in all things crypto. With tens of thousands of social media followers who trust his knowledge, he is an influencer in the truest sense. If you ever had questions regarding the basics of crypto, feast on this episode and get them answered. It is certainly worth your while.We would love to hear your feedback on our last online...
2021-06-1152 minTable Manners for RobotsThe next Generation of Disaster RecoveryAs you may know, we regrettably didn’t deliver episode 3 of our current series last week as planned. Yes, things went awry, and we had no choice but to postpone. The good news is that we did a repeat broadcast today and all went well! The team and I are very relieved! The content was very well received, and feedback was excellent. Ironically, the show is all about disaster recovery (DR). If you ever wondered about the difference between business continuity and DR or about how cloud has impacted traditional DR, then this is a mus...
2021-05-2756 minTable Manners for Robots"Africa's Hidden Tech Boom"We launched the third season of Table Manners for Robots. The show format has been upgraded. We had a ton of feedback and questions from the live audience. Unfortunately, in the excitement of things, I didn't get to many of the comments and questions. But, I made a promise to provide answers to all questions in the next and future shows.Videsha Proothveerajh, CEO and Chairperson of the Board, Lexis Nexis South Africa, opened up the discussion with a frank and open discussion on the potential she see's in Africa. She talked about some of the exciting...
2021-04-221h 02Table Manners for RobotsA great grand finale indeed - Unite for Small Year-End FinaléWe closed off our final 2020 season of Table Manners for Robots with a bang! What a fun episode. Dumisani Moyo, Head of Midmarket at SAP Africa joined us as our expert guest. Dumi has a characteristic way of sharing pearls of wisdom in an easy and light way. It was a pleasure listening to him share his perspective on how dramatically business is evolving right now.The thing I loved most was our discussion about our mighty South African spirit. We spoke about the power and breadth of local innovation. We also touched on the resilience that...
2020-12-031h 05Table Manners for RobotsCreative Business SolutionsDuring yesterday’s show, we talked about the importance of retaining your personal flair, no matter the work you do. It makes sense, right? If you do something, don’t be yet another cookie cutter. Bring your own personal magic. Adding your personal touch is an important way to build brand loyalty and move away from the competition. While business leaders recognize this, so many still opt for templatised business systems. They usually do this for speed and cost. Yet, in doing so, they risk losing the unique process that made them successful in the first place. Yes it’s true...
2020-11-251h 01Table Manners for RobotsSpecial episode: Productivity in a new world of workI know it sounds like I am always excited about our webinar content. And well, let’s be honest, maybe I am. But this time was different… I promise. I learned so much from our speakers. The advice was real and practical. We covered team productivity, in a way that extends beyond just tools and systems. We really unearthed many of the people issues that we just don’t talk about for some reason. In fact, there was a moment when I had to stop and give Rak, CEO of Westcon Comstor, serious praise based on the pearls of wisdom...
2020-11-051h 02Table Manners for RobotsAre you prepared for the post-pandemic business landscape? Special Episode featuring Brian MaddenWith all the webinars going on right now, it’s hard to say which one is worth the time. This particular interview with Brian Madden blew my mind. It is remarkable just how much we have to change our outlook regarding post-pandemic computing. As Brian mentions during the interview, we knew a lot of the right answers before the pandemic. The pandemic taught us something remarkable about implementation.Brian exposed one of the biggest learnings that the pandemic brought to bear: Which takes priority, security or productivity? Even as the webinar host, I had to take a mi...
2020-10-281h 03Table Manners for RobotsMedium business challenges in a post-pandemic worldTable Manners for Robots - Unite for Small S02 E08Today we had a blast with guests Tessa and Nishith. As part of the #uniteforsmall core message, we talked about how to get around business challenges over this period. We focussed more on medium sized businesses today. We looked at the complexities of these organisations and how we can overcome them toward effective solutions. Business leaders in this segment face a very unique set of circumstances, not always obvious from the outside. I gained a lot of insight today by unpacking these with our expert panellists.
2020-10-071h 03Table Manners for RobotsPost pandemic "finance for non-financial managers"Yesterday’s show was a ton of fun. In fact, we received our most positive feedback yet. Lesego, an esteemed CFO shared very practical pearls of wisdom on financial management in small to medium businesses. From inventory to cashflow management, he gave very specific and relevant advice. We had the pleasure of learning from the ever-playful and insightful Paulo, joining us from Portugal, who shared rich examples of how businesses are coping around the world. All round, it was an insightful and inspiring discussion.We would love to hear your feedback on our last online event! We pr...
2020-09-301h 02Table Manners for RobotsHow to capitalise on the opportunity in the food industryTable Manners For Robot - Unite for Small S02 E06In this episode, we shed light on a vital domestic industry: food manufacturing. Both our expert panelists, Brendan and Paulo, gave us sound advice on how to better manage the current crisis. Beyond this, they gave us “food for thought” on ways to repurpose our production facilities. Like most industries at this time, food manufacturing is undergoing a metamorphosis. What opportunities are there from people inside and outside the industry? How can we make the best of this change?
2020-09-231h 02Table Manners for RobotsHow to survive the pressure of regulated industries through the pandemicTable Manners for Robots - Unite for Small S02 E05With all the change in the market, we need to consider the impact on regulated industries. How are small to medium businesses coping in an already heavily regulated environment? Are controls relaxing? Both our speakers, Michael and Ian, gave very realistic insight. They provided handy and practical tips on how to navigate the demands of the regulators. PPE was also addressed. A lot of businesses flocked to PPE as an opportunity. However, regulation is creeping in quickly and a lot of those businesses are not coping. Michael...
2020-09-091h 01Table Manners for RobotsGetting people management right through the difficulty of Covid-19Thank you for your support and feedback. Based on demand, we’ve introduced extra shows each month. In fact, in September we are hosting four shows instead of the usual two. Attendees are describing the show as useful, insightful and even entertaining. We pride ourselves on hosting a live show where we our audience is part of our conversation. Audience members are encouraged to submit their comments and questions throughout the conversation. This ensures that the discussion is rich, relevant and spontaneous. Today's show was remarkable in terms of people insight. The people issue during loc...
2020-09-0259 min
Walk The TalkTuesday Showcase- Kerushan NaidooKerushan Naidoo, 28-year-old COO and IT Systems Strategy Expert is making serous waves in the corporate world. Kerushan, chatted to Neelofar Sayed about his journey of success. Allowing listeners into the realm of hard work, determination and consistency. Being efficient and productive is how Kerushan likes to live is personal and professional life. An inspiring interview.
2020-09-0149 minTable Manners for RobotsManaging a legal practice in the new worldTable Manners for Robots - Unite for small Episode 3The #uniteforsmall series continues to grow. Yesterday, we dealt specifically with the legal sector. Law practices are certainly facing pressure. We delved deeply into their workflows and identified what needs to change as we move into a post-pandemic future. Our guest expert from Lexis Nexis, Louis Podbielski, provided insightful guidance on how structural changes are impacting the way law practices need to function. Our guest expert from iOCO, Victor Van Der Watt, gave us useful suggestions on how to use technology...
2020-08-261h 02Table Manners for RobotsSetting up e-commerce for post pandemic businessesTable Manners for Robots - Unite for small Episode 2In Episode two of Unite For Small, we hosted Sean and Lionel from Seidor Africa as our expert panelists. They brought a fresh and young perspective on the importance of ecommerce in our current times. They made clear that an online “shopping experience’ is essential to staying afloat in a post-pandemic economy. I was startled to learn that this applies to B2B businesses as much as B2C. We looked at a number of business scenarios that leaders are having to overcome now.
2020-08-191h 16Table Manners for RobotsHow to manage inventory post Covid-19A two month webinar podcast series dedicated to empowering small businesses, bringing experts together in various industries to discuss the topics that matter most to South African small businesses.There is no need to be alone. For one hour a week we are bringing the real issues to light. Let's start changing things, together.
2020-08-051h 02Table Manners for RobotsHow to outmanoeuvre the dramatic shift in South African consumer behaviourAs business leaders, we’re tasked with making calculated decisions. At a time when we’re experiencing the previously unseen, the answer is more insight... not less. Join us for a rich conversation with expert panelists as we navigate the world of insight. How do we improve foresight? How do we take some of the risk out of our current decision making?
2020-07-221h 13Table Manners for RobotsA magical mid-week escapeWhat happens when the author of the UK's best business book 2020 meets SA's top mentalist? No? Well, neither did we until we ran this show.Well, someone's mind got read, live on air. Amidst the fun, banter and antics, we actually wound up with some pearls of wisdom.
2020-07-071h 12Table Manners for RobotsTake Back Control Of Your DataCOVID-19 has shown us the importance of effective business continuity. Disaster recovery along with good data protection are primary components for smooth sailing. Managing a multi-cloud environment does not have to be complex. Join us for a conversation with the experts to help get the right data strategy in motion.
2020-06-2456 minTable Manners for RobotsGet a firm handle on your costsLeaders need to be cost-conscious now more than ever. Today, a lot of businesses have to work harder for revenue. Costs have to be tightly controlled. Join us for a discussion with expert panellists who will help business leaders make effective decisions.
2020-06-101h 08Table Manners for RobotsGetting Things Done In A Remote WorkplaceProfessional services workers need the right support. Sustainable remote work is impossible in the absence of the right systems. Join us for a discussion with expert panellists who will help business leaders make effective decisions.
2020-05-2758 minTable Manners for RobotsReducing landline costs in a remote work environmentTelephone costs need to be better managed. It is vital to be cost-conscious at this time. Double click to see the detail for yourself. Ensure you are leverage existing tools like Microsoft Teams to their full extent. Don’t blindly renew your PABX. Join us for a discussion with expert panellists who will help business leaders make these decisions.
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Media@SAfmSmall businesses and marketingHow can small businesses position themselves and grow their brands with limited capital? Harry Welby-Cooke- Business Coach at Action Coach Giles Shepherd- Chief Executive -Brand Alive, Kerushan Govender- Head of the Small Business Forum Advisory Board
2015-03-2258 min