Author: ITPulse

By Martin Effiong In the dynamic landscape of contemporary business, team-based work and cross-functional projects are rapidly replacing traditional organisational structures, with an increasing number of leading-edge organisations embracing collaboration-driven models. The days of isolated departments working independently are disappearing as companies recognise the benefits of diverse expertise and cross-functional collaboration, leading to greater creativity, innovation, and agility, which ultimately translate to better performance of the organisation as a whole. As a result, business leaders are compelled to optimise their environments to support teamwork, especially given the growing demand for seamless collaboration and its documented benefits. By forming cross-functional teams…

In a move aimed at bolstering data protection initiatives across various sectors, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) decided to sign two significant Memoranda of Understanding with the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN). The essence of the deal with SMEDAN is to promote data protection within the Small and Medium Enterprise ecosystem, with approximately 40 million SMEs. The MoU establishes a framework for collaboration, including the formation of a working group to focus on capacity building in data protection. This initiative aims to educate SMEs on adopting appropriate technical…

Dr. Bosun Tijani, renowned for his contributions in the field of cybersecurity, is set to join forces with Ethnos and OneIdentity/Quest for the launch of the Ethnos Cybersecurity Erudition Series. This groundbreaking initiative aims to bolster Cybersecurity awareness and expertise among key stakeholders in Abuja, particularly within the public sector. In an age where digital governance is becoming increasingly prevalent, cybersecurity emerges as a critical concern for governments worldwide, including Nigeria. The integration of modern technologies has undoubtedly improved efficiency in governmental operations, but it has also introduced new vulnerabilities such as Identity Theft and Phishing. Hence, there is an…

The President of Programos Foundation and WSA National Expert for Nigeria, Mr. Amos Emmanuel has been confirmed as a distinguished speaker at the prestigious 23rd Infopoverty World Conference, which is set to take place next month. The theme of the conference, is “AI turmoils digital processes: how to ensure human rights and provide e-welfare for all?” Mr. Emmanuel’s groundbreaking initiative, the InnovationbedAI Labs Intervention, has paved the way for a country-level rural-urban ecosystem project. This initiative is founded on the ICT4SIDS (SPACE4ICT) resource management and the SDGAdvisor Toolkit solutions architecture, specifically designed for developing countries. His impactful session, “Urban-Rural Linkages…

By Martin Ekpeke A report on the Adoption of Coworking Space Strategy Startups and Incubation Centres Acceleration in Nigeria that was commissioned by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has highlighted how the idea of Coworking space, which has been adopted in many cities of the country is fostering collaboration among entrepreneurs and ultimately, contribute to the country’s economy. The 200-page report noted that the unrelenting expansion of the coworking phenomenon in Nigeria boosts the proliferation of other wrap-around support services such as business incubation and startup acceleration, which are beamed at addressing common business challenges and fostering collaboration among entrepreneurs.…

As organizations continue to vie for technological advancements, they are finding out that their best keys to success are not necessarily within their consumer-facing offerings. Rather, they are being found within the infrastructure that allows their engineering organizations to work faster than rival organizations. Victor Uzochukwu, a seasoned software engineer with five years experience across several high-growth technology ecosystems, is one such exponent who has seen this shift happen and is advocating a new philosophy that is revolutionizing how organizations view excellence in their engineering disciplines. “Most people think about competitive moats related to patents, networking effects, or brands,” Victor…

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has advised the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) the administrator of the student loan initiative programme of the current administration to consider accommodating Nigerians who want to enroll in short courses that will equip them with digital skills. Inuwa stated this on the background of the fact that the world is shifting from certificate to skill acquisition. While receiving a delegation from NELFUND led by the Executive Secretary, Mr. Akintunde Sawyer, Inuwa argued that digital skills will empower citizens with high-in-demand global skills that will position Nigeria…

In a bid to propel Katsina State into a technological innovation center, the Governor of the state, Dr. Dikko Umar Radda, decided to visit TD Africa and the Tech Experience Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, founded and owned by tech enthusiast, Chief Leo Stan Ekeh. The Governor visited with over 12 esteemed members of his economic team including the Chief of Staff, Mr. Jabiru Tsauri, and is focused on harnessing the transformative power of technology in the areas of agriculture, stimulating skill acquisition, drive economic growth, and attracting investments in line with the 7-point agenda of the Katsina State Development…

The duo of Interswitch and ProductDive has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering and supporting the product management community by hosting its first Product Management Conference in the United Kingdom. The conference, tagged ‘Beyond Boundaries 1.0’, took place at The Brook, Stratford, London on Saturday 9th of March, and was curated for no-code tech career professionals and experienced product managers, with an overarching goal of enhancing the knowledge base of the product-focused community and accelerating the careers of product managers as they explore new horizons in their field. The one-day conference served as a pivotal point of convergence for product managers…

A new global study commissioned by Kaspersky has indicated that human error is responsible for all cyber security incidences in the last two years, stressing that one in two cybersecurity experts admitted lack of knowledge prompted mistakes at work. The report noted that more than 50% of acting cybersecurity professionals admit they made mistakes early in their careers due to a lack of theoretical or practical knowledge. According to the study, the percentage of respondents acknowledging such mistakes increases to nearly 60% among those with two to five years of experience in the field. In the Middle East, Turkiye and…