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In yet another instalment of the of the C-suite and digital transformation, the focus is on the Chief Operations Officers (COOs) and their role in Digital Transformation. Like the previous article collates recommendations and good practice from experts from all over the world on the COOs and digital transformation. COOs leverage technology, new channels and…

Artificial intelligence (AI) has transitioned from a science fiction trope to a ubiquitous reality. AI assists organisations in reducing their operating costs, boosts productivity through automation while simultaneously enhancing customer experiences with regards to personalisation or predictive analysis. AI also revolutionised problem-solving and creativity. AI remained the most talked about technology trend in 2024 and…

As the Chief Legal Officers (CLOs), you stand to be a powerful agent of digital transformation for your department and organisation if you are willing to be at the forefront when it comes to regulatory requirements e.g. for data protection, cyber security and AI. Digital transformation is also increasingly used by businesses to improve their…

Chief Audit Executives (CAEs) are now required to monitor how technological innovation is changing their organisations and to understand the corresponding changes to risks and controls increase the value contributed to the organisations they serve. That is why CAEs should focus on organisational and departmental digital transformation initiatives to make the leap to more advanced…

August is Mzansi’s women’s month. On 9 August 1956, 20 000 South African women from all walks of life broke the apartheid barriers and marched to the Union Buildings to protest the pass laws. 9th August, Women’s Day is a public holiday in South Africa, commemorating the March led by Lillian Masediba Ngoyi, Sophia Williams…

Board oversight continues to grow as Environment Social Governance is becoming a major strategic imperative, especially for large and public organisations. ESG has emerged to become not only one of the hottest issues of our time, as a result, it is expected that ESG become a growing part of the information technology (IT) which compels…

There are many resources on the internet about the role of the Board in digital transformation. In this article, the digital dinosaur compiles some options based on the experts from all over the world that could assist Board members to oversee digital transformation in their organisations. Board members must play a leading role in making this transformation a reality…

Digital transformation (DX) refers to the process of how companies incorporate different technologies to promote changes or transform existing business processes, cultures, and experiences. Through digital transformation, businesses can better meet changing market and consumer demands, as well as become more efficient and agile.  Artificial intelligence, or AI, is technology that enables computers, computer-controlled robots and software to…

In my 9 years of helping organisations align ICT activities to business goals, manage risk effectively and stay on top of compliance, my interactions at C-level (CXOs) and Board Level (NEDs) leaves much to be desired. Most C-Suites either do not avail themselves on strategic ICT related engagements or they give very little valuable time…

State will need to hasten the implementation of 2017 e-Government Strategy AROUND 5000 BC, drums, smoke signals, and writing were the main types of communication technology in the world, during a period popularly known as the agricultural revolution. During the first three industrial revolutions, communications technology evolved into a convergence of lino-type and press, telegraphy,…