Category Archives: GIBS Knowledge and Information Services

All things relating to the workings and service offerings of the Information Centre

Technology and telecommunications B2B customer buying trends: Bright horizons with some warning sign (McKinsey  & Company)

Our latest Pulse survey of tech and telecommunications B2B decision makers reveals a generally optimistic investment outlook. But shifting market dynamics could turn different groups of vendors into new winners or losers. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and telecommunications, business-to–business (B2B) customers displayed a positive investment outlook for the upcoming year, according to our latest […]
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AI boom sparks concern over big tech’s water consumption (FT)

Microsoft, Google and Meta are using more water to cool down data centres that power artificial intelligence products. The world’s biggest technology companies have substantially increased their use of water to cool down data centres, sparking concerns over the environmental impact of the generative artificial intelligence boom.  Microsoft, Google and Meta have raised their water […]
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NEW GIBS article: Stepping stones across a fast-flowing river: supporting emerging scholars from merging markets by Prof Helena Bernard

Abstract International business as a field values perspectives from various contexts, but scholars from emerging markets face a number of often-unseen challenges preventing them from fully contributing to the field. This study aims to explain those challenges and what the author has done to manage them. Design/methodology/approach This is a Reflexive piece in which the […]
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Mozambique’s $80bn energy plan to tap Zambezi’s power (Moneyweb)

Mozambique is seeking to become one of Africa’s biggest hydropower producers and launch a green hydrogen industry. The government plans to add 14 000 megawatts of hydropower capacity, with the bulk of that developed between 2030 and 2040, the government said in a 60-page Energy Transition Strategy seen by Bloomberg. A hydrogen program will be […]
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UK business schools warn student visa change will hit MBA recruitment (FT)

Rules preventing foreign students from bringing dependants prompt concerns over applications and diversity. The government’s decision has also focused attention on how business schools around the world say students’ partners make often unseen — yet valuable — contributions to the academic experience, both on and off campus. For Oluseye Owolabi, a Nigerian MBA alumnus from […]
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Top tech trends and predictions for small businesses in 2024(ITNA)

The pace of technological change is accelerating, reshaping every aspect of our lives, work, and leisure. Xero’s Future Focus research reveals that small businesses, despite facing challenges, remain optimistic about emerging technologies. However, a need for more education and resources to navigate this rapidly changing world is evident. As small business owners aim to leverage […]
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Consumer spending and its implications for economic growth in South Africa(DM)

Higher levels of consumer spending are critical for economic growth as spending stimulates demand for goods and services, leading to increased production. Higher production levels boost business development and investment and create job opportunities. South Africa’s economy experienced low growth over the past decade. One of the leading causes of low levels of economic growth […]
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9 Trends that will shape work in 2024 and beyond(HBR)

In 2023, organizations continued to face significant challenges, from inflation to geopolitical turmoil to controversy over DEI and return-to-work policies — and 2024 promises more disruption. Gartner researchers have identified nine key trends, from new and creative employee benefits to the collapse of traditional career paths, that will impact work this year. Employers who successfully […]
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Why SMEs should upgrade to Microsoft 365 Business Premium (My broadband)

Microsoft 365 is a staple in the SME sector, and upgrading to the Business Premium package is the best way to maintain a competitive edge. It provides a comprehensive suite of valuable solutions for businesses with 1-300 employees, including powerful office productivity tools, advanced security features, and device management capabilities. Click here to read the […]
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Business school instant case: where next for ESG ratings? (FT)

This teaching case looks at the lack of standardisation in the methodology used to score companies ESG ratings are used by investors and organisations to evaluate the sustainability and ethical practices of companies. They arguably play an important role in encouraging companies to focus on sustainability and responsible business methods. Yet, over the past couple […]
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