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December 3, 2024
We’ve plotted a few example ‘tech stacks’ that companies might use to help digitise their corporate communications functions. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to incorporating digital tools into the communications strategy. Understanding how these tools ‘stack; together to help you achieve your aims may be different in each situation.
As we approach the close of 2024, I want to take a moment to reflect on an extraordinary year for the Aprio Group. It has been a period of transformation, innovation, and growth – not only for Aprio, but also for South Africa and the continent.
July 30, 2024
In the context of economic upheaval, SA businesses need to revise their strategic plans, and adjust based on their measure and understanding of ‘uncertainty’.
Maintaining quality in an AI-enhanced environment is crucial. Jane Barrett from Reuters emphasised this at the summit, stating that while Reuters was following a measured approach to including AI, "No story goes out (in a trusted news brand) without a second pair of eyes."
In the face of a fresh wave of reported SA and global cyber breaches, Aprio Credence research confirms cyber threats remain at the top of risk registers for SA’s leading companies.
Who, or what is “Roaring Kitty”, you may ask? Well, cast your mind back to late 2020/early2021 when a saga played out on Nasdaq around a little-known share called GameStop (share code: GME). “Roaring Kitty” is the name used by former financial analyst Keith Gill as his YouTube and Twitter handle when he shares investment opinions.
Over many years, Aprio has represented several clients in the resources sector. This sector faces numerous challenges that can negatively impact reputation and long-term success, including labour and community protest action, safety accidents, environmental impacts and activist campaigns, among others.
A recent news announcement signalled the end of an era, with several print publications on the chopping block in South Africa.
July 24, 2024
As AI rapidly breaks its own hype cycle, tech leaders and C-suite executives face a changing landscape where tough decisions will need to be made
June 20, 2024
The South African stock market has witnessed a rise in retail investor participation in recent years. This seems almost counter-intuitive, given high interest rates and the higher cost of living, which presumably cuts back on people’s disposable income.