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From left, Louw Liebenberg, Bernard Chadenga, Laurent Peretti-Poix, Jan Davel, Chantelle Nieuwendyk, Vilje Visser, and Handre van der Merwe at the PayProp Academy presentation at Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch on the 16th of May 2019.
If you’re involved in South Africa’s real estate industry, then there’s a good chance you’ve heard of PayProp, the leading processor of rental payments for the property management sector. The company’s eponymous payment and reconciliation platform is used by several local real estate brands, including Pam Golding Properties, Jawitz Properties, Seeff, Harcourts, and REMAX.
In recent years, PayProp has gathered experts from diverse fields for its PayProp Academy presentations. These annual road shows are designed to give property managers an inside look at the latest developments in the property sector, and to showcase the technologies available to help them maximise their own business performance.
In 2017, the PayProp Academy events covered rental trends, risk management, profitability, and the legal landscape. In 2018, speakers demystified property tech and discussed some of the tools available to help attendees streamline their processes and empower their staff. This year, the focus shifted to cybersecurity, the importance of data protection, and the need for vigilance.
PayProp South Africa’s chief executive officer, Louw Liebenberg, and general manager, Jan Davel, were joined by Laurent Peretti-Poix (chief technology officer at Humanstate), Bernard Chadenga (senior cybersecurity manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers), and Handre van der Merwe (our own CISSP and head of marketing here at BUI) for a series of talks in Durban, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth, and Stellenbosch.
Cybercrime is a growing problem. South Africa’s economy loses more than R2-billion a year to criminal activities conducted in cyberspace. The country also has the third-highest number of cybercrime victims in the world. And if you think hackers are only targeting big businesses, think again: it’s often the smaller organisations that unwittingly provide gateways for cyber villains to exploit.
Real estate companies, rental agencies and property managers handle vast amounts of personal and financial information. From names and ID numbers to home addresses and bank accounts, data is being collected, processed, and stored every day. Private data. Sensitive data. Valuable data. What can you do to help safeguard the information in your care? Here are five people-centric pointers from this year’s PayProp Academy presenters…
“We cannot throw the dice and depend on luck (for protection),” warns Jan Davel, highlighting the meticulous, methodical treachery of Bernie Madoff as a prime example of deception. “Sometimes, we don’t even know what we don’t know,” he adds. That’s why it’s important to be aware of the risks, to query anything that looks suspicious, and to stay informed about the latest industry-specific scams. “We’re all busy. We all get tired and frustrated. But we’ve got to focus on the finer details.” So, check that payment authorisation form one more time. Call that client with the strange email address. Stop, think, evaluate, and then act responsibly.
Getting to grips with the current playing field is essential. “What we used to see in the movies and think was impossible, today is possible,” says Bernard Chadenga, explaining how cybercriminals search for access points in our personal and professional lives. “They hack our businesses. They hack our homes. They hack us.” So, be careful what you share, and with whom. Be careful how and where you connect your devices to the Internet. Realise that there are hackers who could create havoc with just your username and password. “You’re a piece of the puzzle, a link in the chain. And the bad guys will try to manipulate you.”
In an increasingly connected digital world, cybersecurity should not be delegated to your IT staff alone, cautions Handre van der Merwe. Every single employee has a role to play when it comes to data defence. “Hackers need to be right one time, but defenders need to be right 100% of the time.” Technical safeguards (like multi-factor authentication for user logins) create barriers to entry, but Van der Merwe believes company-wide watchfulness is important, too. “Have a few more things in your arsenal,” he says, because it pays to know what’s happening on your machines, who’s accessing them, and why.
Our smartphones, tablets and laptops are never far from us. And it’s not an exaggeration to say we use them every day – in private, in public, and even on the go. These devices are so ubiquitous and so entrenched in our routines that we often take them for granted – and that needs to change immediately, says Laurent Peretti-Poix. When it comes to cybersecurity, there’s no room for complacency. So, turn on automatic updates, use reputable anti-virus and security software, and be sensible when connecting to external networks. “You send a postcard if you’re happy for everyone to read it, but you put a love letter inside an envelope,” he says in reference to HTTP and HTTPS.
South African real estate businesses operate within the confines of the Finance Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), among other laws. Certain international legislation, like the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation, may also apply to local companies in certain circumstances. Hackers have no regard for such boundaries – and that means they can target anybody, anywhere, at any time. “It’s tempting to think that a hack is all about you, the victim,” says Louw Liebenberg. “But it’s not about you; it’s about what you hold in your hands.”
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Microsoft South Africa MD Lillian Barnard announced the official opening of Microsoft’s Africa Hyperscale Cloud Data Centres today. Speaking from Microsoft South Africa’s head office in Johannesburg, Barnard said the state-of-the-art facilities, located in Cape Town and Johannesburg, will offer Azure immediately, and Office 365 and Dynamics 365 in the near future.
“We are extremely excited to announce the opening of our new enterprise-grade data centre regions based in Cape Town and Johannesburg. This world-class cloud infrastructure will power emerging cloud, artificial intelligence and edge computing innovations across the continent,” Barnard said, to enthusiastic applause.
The launch makes Microsoft the first global provider to deliver cloud services from data centres on the African continent. The Cape Town and Johannesburg Azure regions join Microsoft’s 54 available and announced regions around the world, and represent a significant local investment by the technology titan.
Organisations across Africa have realised the significant benefits of operating in the cloud. Research indicates that cloud usage among medium and large enterprises more than doubled from 2013 to 2018. South African companies, in particular, have looked to capitalise on the benefits of the cloud, including scalability, speed and adaptability.
With locally delivered cloud services from data centres on South African soil, businesses now have the option to migrate to the cloud while maintaining security and meeting compliance needs. With legislation like the Protection of Personal Information Act and evolving laws around data protection, local cloud services represent a significant opportunity for enterprises engaged in digital transformation.
As Microsoft’s top cloud partner in South Africa, BUI is proud to introduce a customised cloud-migration service to help local businesses transform their operations with digital technology.
The Azure Data Centre Migration Service by BUI is an end-to-end solution for moving on-premises servers and applications to the Microsoft Cloud environment.
BUI designed the Azure Data Centre Migration Service to make cloud migration simpler and more manageable for mid-market and enterprise-level organisations across the South African business landscape.
A step-by-step process
The Azure Data Centre Migration Service by BUI focuses on four key stages in the cloud-migration journey:
BUI’s cloud architects are skilled in a range of Microsoft Cloud technologies and can offer strategic insight regarding the business applications best suited for the Azure platform. “Our focus is always on our customers. We want to help them solve their business problems with technology, now and into the future,” says Technical Director Willem Malan.
It’s the right time to consider cloud migration
Microsoft announced the official launch of its long-awaited Africa Hyperscale Cloud Data Centres today. The two facilities – located in Cape Town and Johannesburg – enable the delivery of Microsoft’s intelligent cloud services. Azure is available immediately via the local data centres, and will be followed in the future by Office 365 (Microsoft’s cloud-based productivity solution) and Dynamics 365 (Microsoft’s next generation of intelligent business applications).
Data residency will be a key benefit for local businesses bound by the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act and other privacy regulations. “Data privacy and data protection are critical today,” says General Manager Thys Janse van Rensburg. “There’s a new headline about cybercrime almost every week. Microsoft Azure is a compelling cloud solution for businesses that are serious about digital security.”
Microsoft Managing Director Lillian Barnard announced the launch of the South African data centres during a press conference at Microsoft South Africa’s head office in Johannesburg. “We are extremely excited to announce the opening of our new enterprise-grade data centre regions based in Cape Town and Johannesburg. This world-class cloud infrastructure will power emerging cloud, artificial intelligence and edge computing innovations across the continent,” Barnard said.
BUI Managing Director Ryan Roseveare is thrilled that Microsoft has made such a significant investment in local infrastructure, and says BUI is perfectly positioned to guide businesses at every stage of their cloud-adoption journey. “BUI is always on the leading edge, especially in the cloud space. We’ve won Microsoft’s Cloud Platform Partner of the Year award five times… I think that reflects the strength of our practices and processes, but I also believe we have the best people here,” says Roseveare.
BUI is consistently recognised for its premier abilities in cloud technology. In-house teams have helped leading brands to modernise their systems and empower their people.
The Azure Data Centre Migration Service by BUI is available now. Book an assessment with our cloud specialists today.
Microsoft Ignite, the technology titan’s premier event for IT pros and developers, was held in Orlando, Florida, in September 2018. The audience’s appetite for hands-on training from the company’s experts was clear, and shortly afterwards, Microsoft announced plans to take the show on the road. Microsoft Ignite | The Tour began in Berlin in December 2018, and will end in Mumbai later this year.
South Africans recently had their chance to learn from Satya Nadella’s team of specialists. Microsoft Ignite | The Tour Johannesburg was held on January 28 and 29 at the Sandton Convention Centre. As Gold Sponsors of the event, we were thrilled to see the level of enthusiasm! So many delegates stopped by the BUI booth to ask us about cloud migration, digital transformation, and cybersecurity. And we, in turn, took every opportunity to hear from Microsoft’s top tier. Here are our four key takeaways…
Mina Nagy (Microsoft’s senior product marketing manager for the Middle East and Africa) said this often-stated figure of speech is worth repeating – because it’s as true as ever. And because we sometimes forget how digitally connected we are. The Internet of Things spans equipment, vehicles, energy systems, smart cities, sensors, marketplaces, business machines, personal devices, and so much more.
“Virtually anything can be attacked,” warned Nagy. Cybersecurity solutions need to be all-encompassing, with visibility across assets, comprehensive control, and in-depth guidance to allow real-time responses.
Senior Cloud Developer Advocate Ruth Yakubu gave attendees a brief overview of Azure Front Door Service, the newest addition to Azure’s application delivery suite of products. Currently in public preview, Azure Front Door Service is designed to provide web and mobile apps, APIs, and cloud services with always-on reliability, high performance, easy scalability and simplified connectivity. View additional information from Ruth, here:
Senior Cloud Security Advocate Tanya Janca stressed the importance of making security a company-wide priority for technical and non-technical staff alike – especially in SMMEs. “When smaller companies suffer a big cyberattack, they often just don’t survive,” said Janca, highlighting the prevalence of data breaches, privacy breaches, insider threats, corporate espionage, and denial of service attacks, as well as the growing problem of ransomware.
Cloud-based security offers organisations the complete infrastructure visibility and threat-monitoring they need to remain agile and responsive in an evolving digital world. Check out Tanya’s cloud security resources here:
Alastair Pugin (Microsoft Office Apps & Services MVP), Stephen Thair (co-founder of DevOpsGroup), Tracy van der Schyff (Microsoft Office Apps & Services MVP), and Marissa Salazar (Product Marketing Manager at Microsoft Corporation) weighed the impact of cloud on traditional IT. One trend was clear: technology professionals have to keep learning if they want to keep up. Three-year release cycles are a thing of the past: three-week rollouts are the norm in some areas.
New tools require new skills, but there isn’t always time for formal training. Computer users (and even recognised Power Users) need to become their own teachers. Microsoft has created free resources to encourage self-guided learning. Explore the tutorials available via Microsoft Cloud Society and Microsoft Learn, and check out these articles from Tracy:
On-demand content, including downloadable slide decks and videos, are available to all Microsoft Ignite | The Tour Johannesburg delegates. Visit the online portal and login with the same credentials you used to register for the event, and then explore the curated digital assets.
If you missed the Johannesburg event, Microsoft Ignite | The Tour continues in other parts of the world until May 2019. Upcoming tour cities include Amsterdam, Dubai, Mumbai, Seoul, and Stockholm. Register your interest on the official event website if you’re able to attend those sessions.
And don’t forget to browse through the 700+ videos on the Microsoft Ignite YouTube channel, where experts address everything from Azure infrastructure and applications to the future of artificial intelligence.
Microsoft Ignite | The Tour Johannesburg was held at the Sandton Convention Centre on 28 and 29 January 2019.BUI was proud to be a Gold Sponsor at the event.Hundreds of South African technology professionals attended the two-day conference. Conference delegates attended workshops and presentations at the Sandton Convention Centre.
You’ve considered the merits of cloud computing. You’ve made digital transformation part of your business strategy. And now you’re thinking about moving your on-premises servers and applications to the cloud. What’s next? It’s time for a comprehensive cloud readiness assessment to examine your business priorities and your technical infrastructure.
A cloud readiness assessment is an intensive evaluation of an organisation’s existing IT system that is designed to identify cloud-suitable and cloud-unsuitable resources. The assessment is usually conducted by cloud professionals in partnership with senior members of the organisation’s managerial and technical teams.
Executives are asked to share strategic insights about business priorities, objectives, and deliverables, while IT stakeholders are relied upon to provide holistic information about the system architecture and associated assets. Current and future business scenarios are discussed, with cloud consultants generally focusing on three key areas…
Businesses typically look to the cloud to reduce costs, increase operational efficiency, or improve security – but there’s often a specific trigger behind the actual decision to migrate.
Pressing capacity needs, compliance concerns, and expiring data-centre contracts are some of the common catalysts. At present, the looming end-of-support dates for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2, as well as SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2, are prompting many companies to embrace cloud technology.
Cloud consultants aim to uncover the business’s main priorities so they can determine which cloud solutions are the most appropriate. Their goal is to facilitate a seamless migration process, but that’s only possible when they have a complete picture of what the business is hoping to achieve by moving to the cloud.
Depending on its size, the business may run hundreds or thousands of applications across a variety of servers. How are these applications structured? Can they be modified for the cloud? What technologies are being used? How are they organised?
Consultants need to create a thorough catalogue of the business’s on-premises applications and servers, with explicit particulars about architecture, communication, and dependencies. This inventory is especially important for determining whether applications should be rehosted, refactored, rebuilt, or replaced in the cloud.
It’s also vital for cloud specialists to understand how the business’s resources are currently being used. What’s the status quo, in terms of app volume and usage? What are the system requirements during normal operating conditions? And during peak periods?
Cloud consultants must have a clear idea of the resources that exist in the business’s present environment, what they’re being used for, and where they belong in the system, so that migration teams can create appropriate guidelines for moving servers and application stacks.
How does the business handle data? Where is data processed and stored? What data-specific industry rules and compliance regulations apply to the business? Consultants have to explore these questions with relevant stakeholders during the cloud readiness assessment.
Data privacy and data security are core concerns for all South African businesses that manage sensitive in-house material and confidential customer information. Foreign decrees like the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation have the potential to affect local entities. And SA laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act, dictate the relationship between businesses and consumers. Legal obligations and compliance considerations must be reviewed during the readiness assessment.
A successful cloud migration requires extensive preparation and careful planning. The readiness assessment is the first (and most important) step. In our next article, we’ll take a closer look at Step 2: The Road Map to get to grips with the blueprints for cloud migration. In the meanwhile, learn more about app migration to Microsoft Azure by watching these videos…
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At our recent Intelligent Cloud Security Conference in Cape Town, Technical Director Willem Malan pointed out that around 90% of South African corporates are already using the cloud in one way or another. “The main takeaway from this statistic is that cloud isn’t coming – it’s very much here. Ultimately, it’s an unavoidable reality of business today,” Malan said. He was referencing a study that also highlighted how cloud adoption has soared in SA since 2013.
South Africa’s potential for technology-driven economic growth hasn’t gone unnoticed. The local interest in cloud computing has drawn several multinationals to our shores. Last month, Amazon Web Services announced its plan to open data centres in SA by 2020. Huawei recently confirmed that it will build a cloud facility in Johannesburg. And Microsoft’s sustained commitment to cloud computing in SA has already culminated in two Africa Hyperscale Cloud Data Centres (in Cape Town and Johannesburg) that are expected to come online before year end.
If you’ve been considering cloud migration, now is a good time to weigh your options. South Africa’s cloud market becomes more diverse and more competitive with each new service provider that enters it. As a business owner in the current cloud climate, you’re spoilt for choice. Plus, three of the most frequently cited reasons for cloud migration are compelling business arguments: cost efficiency, performance, and security.
Cost efficiency is a popular motivator for migrating on-premises data centres to the cloud. Maintaining on-site IT infrastructure can be a considerable expense, given the need for physical space, electrical power, cooling systems, hardware, networking and operating systems, as well as skilled staff. By shifting these responsibilities to cloud service providers (CSPs), businesses can trim their own costs and pay for cloud resources as required, or as consumed.
Substantial funds are necessary to set up an on-site data centre, and any business that makes such a commitment is then bound by a particular generation of technology. In a world where performance and agility are essential for corporate growth, such rigidity can be an obstacle. CSPs offer a variety of software platforms, processing systems, and managed databases that can be scaled in line with business needs.
CSPs across the world are subject to strict security standards enforced by governments, financial regulators, industry watchdogs, and oversight groups. CSPs are entrusted with customer data, and thus employ high-grade digital defence mechanisms. We know that computing systems can be prime targets for cybercriminals, but cloud-based security means that authentication is built in; event logging is continuous; and threat detection is possible in real time.
If you’ve made cloud adoption part of your business strategy, then it’s important to understand that a comprehensive plan of action for your cloud journey is critical.
There are four key steps to follow when migrating on-premises servers and applications to the cloud. We’ll be outlining them for you in the next four blog articles, starting with Step 1: The Readiness Assessment next week. Don’t miss a single post! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for updates.
Check out the infographic below to see how extending your on-premises backup storage and data-archiving solutions to the cloud will help you achieve efficiency, scalability, and improved operational performance for your business…
Have you ever noticed what happens when you mention the cloud during a conversation? The volume tends to rise. Because the technology has passionate supporters. And fierce critics. Cloud computing has evolved rapidly in the past decade, but there’s a lot of misinformation in the public domain. Here, we tackle three prevailing myths about the cloud.
The reality… Cloud computing continues to evolve from a concept to transform the way computing resources are managed to a proven solution that delivers benefits for businesses of all sizes, according to the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA).
ISACA’s own study with the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) found that cloud computing is no longer an emerging technology, but it’s not yet a fully mature technology, either. Cloud computing is still in the growth stage, with significant adoption and innovation across global markets.
In South Africa, cloud adoption has soared since 2013. More than 80% of the companies surveyed this year plan to increase their cloud spending. And some forecasts suggest that worldwide public cloud revenue will grow 17% in 2019. Microsoft’s recent earnings report revealed its notable success in the cloud market, and the company continues to invest in research and development initiatives to further cloud technology in every sphere of business.
Cloud-based computational power is being harnessed to address human challenges like food production and healthcare provision. Corporate decision-makers are leveraging the cloud to develop new business models and improve customer relationships. And advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things are being enabled by the intelligent cloud. In its infancy, cloud computing was a much-hyped phenomenon. But now, we’re seeing real opportunities for creativity, productivity, and innovation with this technology.
The reality… Cloud providers have to function according to the laws of the regions in which they operate. There are often industry-specific standards of practice or compliance regulations to adhere to as well. Physical security measures – like perimeter fences and CCTV cameras – are necessary to protect brick-and-mortar sites. And cyber security measures – like firewalls – are necessary to protect digital environments. Responsible cloud providers make every effort to ensure that the cloud is meticulously updated and constantly monitored. Do your on-premises servers receive the same care?
On-site servers require regular maintenance to perform at their peak. If a technician fails to carry out a recommended update, forgets to install a security patch, or misconfigures a firewall, then the organisation’s overall cybersecurity could be at risk.
Recent headline-making data breaches have shown us the importance of user access control and real-time threat detection. The cloud’s substantial array of cyber security tools makes it possible for technical teams to conduct continuous surveillance of machines and networks – and to respond immediately if a problem is found.
The reality… Anything that is worth doing is worth doing well. You’ve heard that idiom before, right? Successful cloud migration depends as much on the planning as it does on the execution. And, we have to admit, there’s always a lot of planning involved!
From readiness assessments and architecture evaluations, to compliance requirements and security conditions, cloud specialists have to examine organisational culture, systemic anatomy, and technical design in order to understand the migration parameters. It’s an intensive, step-by-step process designed to cover all necessary ground – but it’s not difficult. Comprehensive? Yes. Rigorous? Indeed. Detailed? Absolutely.
But when you have an experienced team to address your concerns and guide your journey, the actual process of cloud migration is relatively simple, with minimal disruption to your organisation. We’ve found that the recipe for success is a combination of expertise and strategic preparation. Click here to read more about the all-in-one Azure cloud solution we implemented for a leading financial services company. And watch this video trilogy to see how the cloud can help your business:
As cloud experts, we’re huge fans of the technology! We use it here at BUI. We deploy it for our customers. We’re excited about its broad applications for the business world. But we also know that choosing a cloud solution for your enterprise is a big decision. If you’ve got questions, we’re here to answer them. Get in touch with our team today.
Do you think our grandparents imagined anything like the supercharged laptops, tablets and smartphones available now? Do you think our mothers and fathers believed Artificial Intelligence would become a reality? The computing power we have today is truly astonishing.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella summarised the status quo after the company’s 2018 Build conference in Seattle: “Computing is not just an interface that you go to, but it’s instead embedded everywhere – in places, things, our homes and cities.”
Embedded. That’s the key takeaway from Nadella’s statement. We live in a world of ambient technology. Smart machines and web-enabled devices help us to communicate, connect, and carry out our daily tasks. And intelligent cloud computing has made it possible for companies of all shapes and sizes to expand their capabilities in sectors as diverse as engineering and health. What are they doing? And how are they doing it? Let’s take a closer look.
Cree, a manufacturing company specialising in silicon carbide products, needed a storage solution that could scale with the business. During a major expansion period, Cree’s IT teams turned to Azure Data Box Edge (a product from the Microsoft Azure Data Box family). Watch the video to see how cloud-based data storage gave Cree the ability to grow.
LEONI, a supplier of cables, wires, and optical fibres, developed LEONiQ – a cable system with built-in sensors and electronics to detect issues locally, so that cables can be replaced before they break. The LEONI technicians used Microsoft Azure Sphere to make their hardware perform better, and to address data security concerns. Here’s why…
Healthcare technology firm Siemens Healthineers turned to cloud computing to improve the quality of insights gained from healthcare data. Developers created a digital ecosystem using Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Services to help healthcare providers deliver more value to millions of patients. This is what they did…
Technology is changing at a rapid pace, and modern organisations have to adapt just as quickly to keep up. There’s a wide variety of intelligent cloud computing resources designed to enhance security, improve performance, and streamline processes. What would your business look like with cloud power at its core?
