Business analyst: Storyteller and statistician

Business analyst: Storyteller and statistician

For most of us, the title of business analyst conjures up an unexciting image of a suited professional pouring over numbers and flowcharts in an isolated corner of the office. While there certainly may be elements of truth in this perception, the role of the business...
Why so little social media, SA Government?

Why so little social media, SA Government?

What is government doing to tap into the wealth of data generated through social media channels? It is time for a mind-set change, embracing predictive analytics and big data, to bolster proactive governance and service provision, writes Kroshlen Moodley head of...
How to find a ‘super hacker’

How to find a ‘super hacker’

It doesn’t matter how careful they are, ‘super hackers’ will leave a trace of their activities. Windows event logs, DNS logs and DHCP logs – sources not normally analysed from an attack detection perspective – all hold clues to the clandestine...