COVID-19 accelerates digital transformation

COVID-19 accelerates digital transformation

COVID-19 has accelerated digital transformation in Fiji. Permanent Secretary for External Trade, Cooperatives and SMEs, Shaheen Ali says the country is experiencing a digital revolution as it has made significant in-roads in creating a platform for the digital economy to rapidly evolve. Ali says the pandemic has brought to the fore the importance of a resilient and adaptable economy that can quickly pivot to meet new challenges. “As we speak, there is a digital revolution happening in the Pacific Region — giving us a unique opportunity to leapfrog traditional development pathways and catch up with the rest of the world.” Ali says the digital economy journey has its own challenges, one of which is digital inclusion. He says Fiji recognizes that the benefits of a digital economy can only be realized when there is widespread digital inclusion. Ali says to bridge the digital divide through regional cooperation, Fiji has joined other members of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) to promote economic cooperation and integration in the Indo-Pacific region. He says IPEF provides a high-level platform for Fiji to represent the Pacific and leverage the regional initiative to accelerate digital transformation and business operation in Fiji and the […]

Digital Transformation Week announces official networking party at the exclusive Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, May 2023

Digital Transformation Week announces official networking party at the exclusive Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, May 2023

Digital Transformation Week North America Tradeshow & Exhibition Alongside the packed conference agenda & tradeshow, Digital Transformation Week will host an exclusive Networking party following Day 1 of the conference The networking party allows you to share your experiences of the day and provides the opportunity to meet with business partners in a more relaxed setting, with free food and drinks provided” — Megan Davis, Head of Marketing, TechEx Events SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 22, 2023 / EINPresswire.com / — Digital Transformation Week North America returns to the Santa Clara Convention Center in California on 17-18 May 2023. The next edition will explore the critical technologies and approaches needed to improve customer engagement and drive your organisation’s digital culture. Digital Transformation Week North America is not another talking shop for digital transformation, but a senior level forum for enterprise-level decision-makers seeking to explore and evaluate new technologies and strategic approaches to drive innovation in their business. OFFICIAL NETWORKING PARTY AT LEVI’S STADIUM Alongside the packed conference agenda , innovative tradeshow and exhibition, Digital Transformation Week will host an exclusive Networking party following the first day of the conference. The event will be hosted at the prestigious Levi’s […]

How the rise of A2P SMS is shaping Africa's digital transformation

How the rise of A2P SMS is shaping Africa’s digital transformation

Rise of A2P SMS shaping Africa is currently experiencing the golden era of digital transformation and e-commerce growth, which was enabled by the rise of A2P SMS (Application-to-Person Short Message Service). With mobile subscription penetration on the rise across the continent, businesses are looking for new and innovative ways to communicate with their customers. This has made A2P SMS a critical tool in helping businesses effectively reach their customers and enhance their communication strategies. According to a recent study, the A2P SMS market in Africa is projected to reach $14.2 billion by 2025, a significant increase from its current valuation of $6.6 billion. This growth is driven by the high demand for mobile messaging services across various industries, including banking, healthcare, and retail. The state of digital transformation in Africa has also contributed to the rise of A2P SMS. E-commerce has taken the continent by storm, with an estimated 21% of Africans shopping online. This figure is expected to grow to 40% by 2025, according to a report by McKinsey & Company. As more Africans turn to e-commerce, the need for secure and reliable communication between businesses and customers becomes more critical. This is where A2P SMS comes in, […]

Digital Transformation Meets Interoperability: ETT Unveils Revolutionary Platform as a Service Solution (PaaS)

Digital Transformation Meets Interoperability: ETT Unveils Revolutionary Platform as a Service Solution (PaaS)

FRISCO, Texas, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) – Economic Transformation Technologies, Inc. ("ETT" ), a Dallas-based Company, is hyper-focused on Digital Transformation in this new era of advanced technologies. The ETT Intelligent Interoperable Ecosystem Platform has become the backbone or "System of Systems" diversified over multiple sectors, including Healthcare , Education , Real Estate, Hospitality, Supply Chain/Manufacturing, Smart Cities, Automotive, and Renewable Energy. ETT’s Executive Chairman & CEO Christopher Condon states, "Our mission at ETT is to lead the worldwide path for Digital and Economic Transformation in sectors ripe for positive disruption." ETT’s Chief Strategy Officer Sean Burke explains, " ETT’s advanced multi-level secure platform not only provides real-time integration of systems and data, but it also allows clients to draw upon embedded services such as advanced Artificial Intelligence AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science, to provide smart, predictive, and real-time data interoperability. Condon adds, " ETT is strategically partnering with some of the world’s largest Software Integrators to utilize their infrastructure for the implementation and sales processes, and to obtain immediate access to the world’s largest corporations." ETT is aligned with Network Hardware & Data Storage companies to stay relevant and on the razor edge of Digital Transformation by […]

Edwards Lifesciences unveils digital transformation

Edwards Lifesciences unveils digital transformation

Edwards Lifesciences, a medical technology company, has renovated its conference center with an emphasis on digital signage. Courtesy of Christie. Edwards Lifesciences, a medical technology firm based in Irvine, California, has unveiled its digital transformation project for its conference center, which emphasizes digital signage, according to a press release. The project included displays from Christie, a digital signage firm, and partnership with Sound Image, an integrator that provided specification and integration service, along with Plannet, a technology consulting and delivery firm that provided design support. The installation features two front-serviceable 16-by-nine foot Christie LED 1.2mm video walls, powered by a Christie Spyder X80 image processor and including redundant Christie E600 controllers. The video walls support optional remote power supply and are compatible with 4K (at 60 hertz) and HDR10, with built-in Clearview technology and low-brightness enhancements. Seating up to 126 people, the system integrates a microphone at each seat, along with six cameras at the front of the room and two at the rear, with support for auto-tracking and multi-window conferencing. "We looked at a couple other Christie products and solutions as well as other manufacturers, but the customer likes Christie, and I like supporting Christie," Jared Shapiro, account […]

Digital transformation, sustainability shaping 2023 business outlook

Digital transformation, sustainability shaping 2023 business outlook

Uncertainty will mark the business world over the next year. FILE PHOTO | SHUTTERSTOCK It’s fair to say that the last couple of years have been hugely disruptive for businesses everywhere. From the Covid-19 menace to geopolitical unrest, and rising prices to an energy shortage, we face unprecedented challenges every day. Over the coming 12 months, the analysis and projections for both organisations and individuals need to be guided by the uncertainty of calamities, digital transformation opportunities, and most importantly, the vast chances of sustainability. The impact of supply chain issues since the global health crisis began in 2020 is still being felt today. In China, for instance, whenever there’s an outbreak of Covid-19, everything in the area shuts down, leading to delays for some component manufacturers – particularly with regard to the semiconductors and base metals vital to the production of chips. Closer home, in Kenya, the Covid-19 pandemic has created an urgent need for timely data and evidence to help monitor and mitigate the social and economic effects of the crisis. The pandemic had a strong impact on the livelihoods of Kenyan households, even though employment and income levels are recovering. The second lockdown resulted in another […]

KCB Bank partners with Sopra Banking Software to drive its digital transformation

KCB Bank partners with Sopra Banking Software to drive its digital transformation

KCB Bank has contracted Sopra Banking Software to design, build, deliver, and support the savings and lending products portfolio through the KCB Vooma, the Bank’s lending, savings, and payments platform. With the rollout of payments, savings, loan products, and the migration of KCB M-PESA and KCB Mobile loan products to the Sopra Banking Platform, KCB has disbursed over 40 million loans worth KShs.332 billion (US$ 3 billion) to 11 million customers from October 2018 to December 2022. Over the past few years, the Bank has been building different products on the KCB Vooma platform in partnership with Sopra Banking Software with a target of continuing to grow disbursements and non-funded income to the envisioned 40% of the total group revenues. Sopra Banking Software was onboarded in 2020 when the bank embarked on the ambitious implementation of the Vooma mobile wallet that allows customers to pay for goods and services, get loans and save money via their mobile phones on any network. “Through this partnership, the Bank has been able to offer differentiated value propositions covering payments, savings and lending on digital channels, delivering a seamless banking experience to customers,” said Paul Russo, KCB Group, Chief Executive Officer. Eric Bierry, […]

NFA & Dataco sign digital transformation agreement

NFA & Dataco sign digital transformation agreement

The National Fisheries Authority (NFA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with PNG Dataco Limited to initiate the digital transformation of the NFA. This move is in line with the government’s ICT Modernisation Plan and directives outlined in the Digital Government Transformation Policy and Legislation. Justin Ilakini, the Managing Director of NFA, stated that the fisheries industry is undergoing organizational and sector reforms. To effectively move forward, it is crucial to utilize digital tools and virtual infrastructure that will enhance the process and impact of these reforms. NFA aims to ensure that its operational and business infrastructure is digitally agile, positioning PNG to transition into the global digital marketplace. The iFims fisheries tracking system and Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) were groundbreaking innovations by NFA that have placed the region and industry at the forefront of digital tracking systems. The MOU serves as a driving force for NFA to eliminate paper-based processes and adopt digital workflows, not only internally but also in external fisheries activities. Mr. Ilakini emphasized that this step will enable NFA to execute its mandated functions better, regulate and maintain a sustainable fishery industry, and collect real-time data for reporting. The use of world-class analytics and scoring […]

Vinay Tamboli on how digital transformation is changing the face of marketing

Vinay Tamboli on how digital transformation is changing the face of marketing

Independent digital marketing transformation group LS Digital recently launched an end-to-end transformation service – DigiVerse – that helps companies optimise and streamline their digital marketing operations. DigiVerse, a cloud-based offering with a user-friendly UI, lets businesses plan, execute, and track campaigns with greater efficiency, and seamless partner communication at lower costs while achieving increased ROI. It can be set up on AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure with the added flexibility to integrate with various online platforms including in-house Lead Management Systems (LMS) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. Performing as a fully integrated marketing platform that brings all data into one central location, DigiVerse makes it easy for C-suite executives and marketing managers to access the information they need to make strategic decisions. DigiVerse also offers data visualisation and process optimisation features to help businesses make informed decisions and improve returns on their digital marketing. Commenting on the launch, Vinay Tamboli, Senior VP (Products, Analytics and Consulting), LS Digital , said, “DigiVerse is designed with an experience of serving over 500 clients in different verticals for the sole purpose of making digital marketing operations management more efficient and effective for businesses of all sizes.” In this interaction […]